When I was growing up, the kids used to call me four-eyes and make fun of my thick glasses. I hated it and would try and do without them, but to be pretty honest I'm quite blind without them, so it would never last that long. Now I wear contact lenses, and it's so much easier to do all of the activities that I love without constantly trying to adjust my glasses. I only wish I had switched to contact lenses years ago. This blog is all about making the switch to contact lenses for people who need heavy prescription lenses.
Posted on:
25 June 2020
People with diabetes are at risk of suffering from diabetic retinopathy, which is a disease that affects the blood vessels in your retina. The retina is a part of your eye where images are formed for you to be able to see. This means that you can easily go blind if you have diabetes and diabetes retinopathy.
What Happens?
Excess sugar in diabetic people's blood can affect blood vessels all over the body.
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Posted on:
26 October 2018
Glaucoma is characterised by the build-up of fluid pressure inside the eye. If the condition is not managed, the high pressure will cause significant damage to the optic nerves. As a result, the ability to process visual information will be compromised, and permanent vision loss might occur. Fortunately, there are different methods of managing glaucoma. One of the most favourable options is the use of medical eye drops. Eye drops are effective for reducing intraocular pressure, and the medication does not present high risks like surgical intervention.
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Posted on:
19 July 2017
If you are a student who needs to study, it is likely you will be spending a lot of time reading books, writing essays and reviewing PowerPoint presentations. However, all of these activities can place a lot of strain on your eyes. Below is a guide to 4 steps you can take to protect your eyes while you study.
Have an eye exam
If the glasses or contact lenses that you wear are old, they may be harming rather than helping your eyesight and may be triggering headaches or increasing the amount of fatigue you feel.
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Posted on:
20 January 2017
Older people can be affected by poor health. One area which is likely to be affected by age is your eyes. As you reach retirement age, it is important that you take steps which will help you to maintain good vision and to spot eye problems before they become major health issues. Failure to take these steps could lead to a gradual deterioration in the quality of your eyesight. Below are four key steps you should take for good eye health.
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