Your Essential Guide to Safe Contact Lens Wear: Do’s and Don’ts
Contact lenses can be life-changing, offering clear vision without the need for glasses. They give you freedom for sports, social events, and everyday life. But with that convenience comes responsibility. Without proper care, contacts can put your eyes at risk for painful infections and even permanent vision loss. At SightMD, our ophthalmologists see patients every…
Read MoreWhat Is This Bump on My Eyeball? Common Causes and When to Seek Medical Attention
If you’ve ever noticed a bump on your eyeball or eyelid, you’re not alone. Bumps in or around the eye can vary widely, from harmless cysts to symptoms of infections or other conditions. Some bumps are common and go away on their own. However, others may need medical help, especially if they hurt or affect…
Read MoreWhat is a Chalazion and Should I Be Concerned About It?
Have you ever noticed a small, painless bump on your eyelid and wondered what it could be? It’s possible you have a chalazion—a common condition that appears as a small lump on the eyelid. While chalazia are usually harmless, knowing what causes them, how to treat them, and when to see a doctor can help.…
Read MoreHow Can I Get Healthy White Eyes?
That’s an unusual question, isn’t it? Most of the time, people wonder how they can get healthy white teeth, as there seem to be no end to toothpaste commercials that promise a great smile. You may, however, be concerned about conditions, such as bloodshot eyes, that may affect not only your appearance but health of…
Read MoreImportant Halloween Eye Safety Tips
Halloween is a festive time that people of all ages look forward to, but it can be shockingly hazardous to your eyes. However, every year hospital emergency rooms see hundreds of eye injuries related to common costume accessories, including: contact lenses, eyelashes, makeup and masks can lead to a frightful variety of vision problems. Read…
Read MoreDo eye vitamins improve vision?
While there are many causes for blurry vision including needing prescription eyeglasses, excessive digital screen use and eye infections, vitamins have been shown to help keep the eyes healthy and lower the risk of certain eye diseases. Many of these vitamins can be found as a supplement or be consumed through a healthy diet. What are the…
Read MoreAre allergies the cause of your swollen and itchy eyes?
You may be experiencing eye allergies if your eyes are itchy and are red, tearing or burning. Eye Allergies are a condition that affects millions of Americans and while many people will treat their nasal allergy symptoms most ignore their itchy, red, watery eyes. Causes for Itchy and Watery Eyes Eye allergies happen when your…
Read MoreThe Best Treatments to Get Rid of a Stye
A stye (spelled STYE, not STY like where the pigs live) is a usually harmless but irritating bump on your eyelid. In most cases a stye will go away on its own, but there are several treatments that can help get rid of a stye, or make it feel better until it goes away. What…
Read MoreWhat Is Considered A True Eye Emergency?
Even though Ophthalmologists see dozens of “emergencies” a day in the office, and we are happy to see them, few of them are true emergencies. An eye emergency is defined as a condition requiring prompt medical attention due to a sudden change in ocular health or vision. When it comes to essential organs like your…
Read MoreEvery red eye is not “pink eye”
What is a red eye? A “red eye” is a general term that is used to describe red, irritated, and bloodshot eyes. The redness happens when tiny blood vessels under the eye’s surface get larger or become inflamed. Usually, it is a reaction to something that is irritating the eye. The condition can affect one…
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