Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is a common condition that occurs when the meibomian glands become inflamed, blocked, or disrupted. […]
What is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction?
Why Are My Eyes So Itchy?
Nobody likes the feeling of itching, irritated eyes. It’s uncomfortable, a frustrating experience, and leaves you wanting to find relief. While you can get help from your optometrist, there’s often a question people find themselves asking: why are my eyes so itchy? Itchy eyes are often due to: Allergies Think of allergies like your body […]
Is Blepharitis Contagious?
If you have irritated eyelids, it can be a sign of blepharitis. The inflammation of the eyelids can feel uncomfortable and appear aggravated. If you have relatively healthy eyes and haven’t experienced blepharitis before, you may wonder if you contracted the condition from someone else. Blepharitis isn’t contagious; however, it does develop due to excess […]
What is Evaporative Dry Eye?
One type of dry eye is evaporative dry eye, an eye condition affecting the lipid layer of tears, leading to increased tear evaporation. […]
How to Prevent Digital Eye Strain
To prevent digital eye strain from making your vision uncomfortable, you can do several things like adjusting the display settings on your screen or using proper lighting in your work space. […]
Tear Film: What Is It & How Does It Affect Your Vision?
The tear film is a mixture of oil, water, and mucus that covers the entire surface of the eyes to protect the eye from environmental irritants and infections while keeping the eyes comfortable. It keeps the ocular surface smooth to provide a clear refractive surface so light reaches your retina for visual clarity. […]
Do Dry Eyes Cause Blurry Vision?
It can also make it harder to see, as dry eyes can cause blurry vision. […]
How to Unclog Meibomian Glands
In-office treatments from your eye doctor and at-home eyelid hygiene practices can unclog your meibomian glands and help you maintain healthy eyes. […]
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Eye Drops & More Dry Eye Therapies
Dry eye disease is a common condition that affects millions of Americans. It occurs when the eyes produce fewer tears or your tears evaporate too quickly, leading to burning, itching, redness, and blurred vision. Chronic dry eye can affect daily life, but you don’t have to bear with the uncomfortable symptoms. Your eye doctor can […]
What Causes Dry Eyes in Winter?
The air is cold, and the wind bites your skin, but why does winter also leave your eyes dry and scratchy? Over 16 million Americans have dry eyes. It’s a common condition, and its cause can be diagnosed with an eye exam. If you regularly deal with dry eyes, you’re right to notice that it […]
