If you’ve ever noticed a small, painful bump on your eyelid, there’s a decent chance you’re dealing with a stye. Styes are common and often appear as red, swollen lumps near the edge of the eyelid. They can be stressful to deal with—and seem to show up more frequently during these high-stress periods. This leads […]
Multiple eye conditions and diseases can cause eye pain. But one common cause of blinking irritation is dry eye. If you’re experiencing eye pain when blinking, don’t hesitate to contact the team at Discover Eyecare in Abbotsford and Chilliwack. […]
Every eye is a little different in size, shape, clarity—and colour. You may have noticed a pattern—while people with darker eyes tend to be more comfortable in the sunlight, those with blue eyes often find themselves squinting more, like they’re trying to avoid a sunburn on their eyes. What’s causing this odd phenomenon? Are blue […]
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 […]
If we’re being honest, no one will say they enjoy the feeling of dry eyes, and you’re not alone if you’re familiar with this discomfort. Dry eye is a condition that affects millions, with as varied causes as the potential symptoms it can produce. Eye masks are one potential solution for dry eyes. But there […]
In the realm of eye care, technological advancements have significantly enhanced our ability to diagnose and manage various ocular conditions. One such innovation is the Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scan, a non-invasive imaging technique that provides detailed cross-sectional images of the eye’s internal structures. Optical Coherence Tomography is best compared to an ultrasound, except it […]
You can tell if your lens is still in your eye by looking for the tint on the edge of your lens. If your lens is stuck in your eye, other signs it’s still there include redness and eye irritation. […]
There are actions you can take to help unclog your meibomian glands and improve your eye health. These include:
Using warm compresses
Cleansing the eyes daily with a mild cleaner
Changing your diet
Increasing water intake
Removing makeup
Trying alternative treatments like IPL (intense pulsed light) therapy, and radio frequency. […]
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. […]
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