Light sensitivity is a condition in which bright lights hurt your eyes. Another name for this condition is photophobia. It’s a common symptom that’s associated with several different conditions, ranging from minor irritations to serious medical emergencies. Mild cases make you squint in a brightly lit room or while outside. In more severe cases, this […]
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Your Eyes in the Digital Age
Smart phones and tablets have become essential to your life. But your eyes weren’t designed for digital screens, or the constant refocusing from the screen that comes with frequent smart phone and tablet use. The result: your eyes get tired faster. That’s why 70% of U.S. adults suffer from Digital […]
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Light sensitivity is also called photophobia. It is a common experience with many underlying causes. The broad term covers many kinds of discomfort in bright light, ranging from trouble adjusting to brighter light to pain in the eyes. People who have light-colored eyes may be more prone to light sensitivity than those with dark eyes. If you […]
Continue readingWhat is Hyperopia: How to Tell if You’re Farsighted
Hyperopia, or farsightedness, is a common vision condition where distant objects are seen clearly, but close objects appear blurry. This happens when light entering the eye focuses behind the retina instead of directly on it. In this blog, we’ll discuss the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for hyperopia, as well as some tips for […]
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