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Eye exercises: Some tips and techniques

Eye exercises: Some tips and techniques

Many people believe that eye exercises can help improve vision or treat eye conditions. Although there is limited evidence to suggest that eye exercises can actually enhance vision, eye exercises can help with eye strain, certain eye conditions, and overall well-being. Eye exercises can be particularly helpful for people who experience digital eye strain, which […]

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What types of eye doctors are there?

What types of eye doctors are there?

When a person makes an appointment to see an eye doctor, they may consult with an ophthalmologist, an optometrist, or an optician. Each type of eye care practitioner will have different levels of training and expertise and be able to provide different services. There are three different types of eye care practitioner: optometrists, opticians, and […]

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What to know about oscillopsia

What to know about oscillopsia

Oscillopsia is the sensation that the surrounding environment is constantly in motion when it is, in fact, stationary. Oscillopsia is usually a symptom of conditions that affect eye movement or the eye’s ability to stabilize images, especially during movement. Keep reading to learn more about oscillopsia, including the common causes and symptoms and how to […]

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Blocked tear duct: What to know

Blocked tear duct: What to know

If a tear duct becomes blocked, tears build up and irritate the eyes. This irritation causes painful swelling, makes the eyes appear continuously watery, and increases the risk of infection. When the tear ducts are functioning correctly, tears roll down from the lacrimal glands — which sit above the outer side of each eye — […]

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How to treat or get rid of a stye

How to treat or get rid of a stye

A stye, which a doctor might call a hordeolum, is a bump that develops on the eyelid or at the base of the eyelashes. A bacterial infection is the cause of most styes. The majority of styes will disappear on their own, with or without treatment, within 1 or 2 weeks. However, there are a […]

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Retinitis Pigmentosa (For Parents)

Larger text sizeLarge text sizeRegular text size What Is Retinitis Pigmentosa? Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a genetic condition that leads to vision loss over time. A person first loses their night vision, then their daytime vision. Often, people with RP have other eye problems that affect vision, such as cloudy lenses (cataracts) or swelling of […]

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Asymmetrical eyes: What to know

Asymmetrical eyes: What to know

If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. Asymmetrical eyes — or eyes that are not the same size, shape, or level as each other — are very common. In rare cases, having asymmetrical eyes may indicate an underlying medical condition. Most of the […]

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How long does eye dilation take to wear off?

How long does eye dilation take to wear off?

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Dry eye disease: New treatment on the horizon

Dry eye disease: New treatment on the horizon

Dry eye disease is one of the most common eye disorders in the United States. Although treatment is available, it does not work for everyone. A new antibody based eye drop may be the answer. Dry eye disease is surprisingly common, and some cases can be difficult to treat. Although scientists do not know the […]