Sometimes it can be easy to forget when you last purchased over-the-counter eye drops or updated your prescription eye drops. It may be tempting to ignore the expiration date on the bottle, but eye drops should not be used past their expiration date. If you’ve accidentally used expired eye drops, you should: Use lukewarm water […]
Taking your family out on a sunny day can be lots of fun, but too much exposure to the sun’s light and warmth can lead to a sunburn. While most people think of skin damage when it comes to sunburns, it’s also possible to sunburn your eyes. You may have heard this condition referred to […]
Rubbing your eyes can sometimes feel involuntary, especially in response to irritation, itchiness, or a gritty feeling. Rubbing your eyes when you wake up in the morning is typically okay. If you’re doing it more often throughout the day, it’s time to visit your eye doctor. An eye exam can help in determining the cause. […]
What’s That Red Spot? When a red spot suddenly appears on your eye, it can seem alarming, even when it doesn’t affect your vision. A subconjunctival hemorrhage (SCH) is a red spot caused by a broken blood vessel on the eye. A burst blood vessel on the eye can look scary but is typically harmless. […]
Who You Gonna Call About Pink Eye? Pink eye can be an irritating eye condition, and some types are highly contagious. So when you notice eye redness in the whites of your eyes, it’s time for a professional to take a closer look. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is easily spread, and you should book an eye […]
Eye Comfort Matters When our eyes are comfortable and healthy, we can focus on experiencing the world, instead of how we experience it. But when we experience eye discomfort, it’s difficult to ignore. From eyelid twitching to burning eyes, eye symptoms can interrupt our day. One symptom that demands our attention is a pain when […]
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