Eye Infection and Inflammation
Eye and Ear HealthEvery red eye is not “pink eye”
February 24, 2022
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…
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Eye and Ear HealthWhy do I have to keep pulling mucus out of my eye?
February 23, 2022
The tears that coat the surface of your eyes have both a liquid and a mucus layer to them. It is normal to have a very thin amount of mucus in your tear film. That mucus component can significantly increase…
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Eye and Ear HealthWhat Is Vernal Conjunctivitis?
January 17, 2022
Conjunctivitis is an infection that causes discomfort, redness, and irritation in the tissues that line the eyes. It is more commonly referred to as “pink-eye.” Most cases of conjunctivitis are caused by viruses or bacteria. Vernal conjunctivitis, on the other hand,…
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Eye and Ear HealthEyelash Mites: What to Know
January 16, 2022
What are eyelash mites? Eyelash mites are caused by two types of Demodex mites. The two types are called Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis. Both types of mites are microscopic, so you can’t see them with the naked eye. They’re naturally prevalent…
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Eye and Ear HealthEye Bleeding: What You Need to Know
January 15, 2022
Eye bleeding typically means bleeding or a broken blood vessel below the outer surface of the eye. The entire white part of your eye may look red or bloodshot, or you may have spots or areas of red in the…
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Eye and Ear HealthWhat Is an External Eyelid Stye?
January 12, 2022
An external eyelid stye is a red, painful bump on the surface of the eyelid. The bump may resemble a pimple and be tender to the touch. An external stye can appear anywhere on the eyelid. However, it is most likely to…
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Eye and Ear HealthHow Shingles Can Affect The Eyes
January 7, 2022
You might be familiar with shingles often referred to as the “adult” version of chickenpox. But did you know that sometimes shingles can affect the eyes? What is shingles? Shingles, or herpes zoster, is a viral infection caused by the…
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