A Schirmer’s test measures eye moisture levels. The test will determine if your eyes are dry. The test is not invasive and has been around for more 100 years. It can also help diagnose conditions such Sjogren’s Syndrome, which can cause eyes being dry and...
Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy in Children Contact an ophthalmologist if your child has corneal endothelial dystrophy. Your doctor may recommend an antibiotic eye drop. Your doctor may prescribe a pain relief medication to children. Your child may also be advised to...
Dry eyes after LASIK surgery are usually caused by a lack of tears. Scleral lenses may be recommended by your doctor in order to avoid these problems. These tiny devices keep the tears in contact with the cornea. These can help to prevent burning, irritation, dryness,...
You’ve reached the right place if looking for macular degeneration specialists. The experts at Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants in New York are among the world’s leading specialists in retinal diseases. These doctors have decades-long experience in...
Omega-3 fatty acids is present in fish oil , which can improve eye health. This nutrient can stimulate tear production, lubricate the eyes, and protect them from damage. You can take fish oil in pill form or capsules. However, not all omega 3 fish oils are created...
Latanoprost is a prescription medication for the treatment of glaucoma. One of the side effect is it causes chronic dry eyes. If you take Latanoprost for glaucoma, we highly recommend that you take TheraLife Eye capsules to treat your dry eyes for better outcome....
The best eye drops to use for dry eyes depend on your situation and your doctor’s recommendations. Lipidic-based drops are the best for dry eyes. They contain a substance that protects the underside from evaporation. 86% of people with this condition lose the...
A chalazion, or white or yellow spot, is an inflammation of the eyelids. It is a sign that you have blepharitis. The gland retains oil if something blocks an eyelid oil gland. The chalazion becomes infected when it hardens. An ophthalmologist can perform a chalazion...
In the past, doctors and patients have used various treatments to treat dry eye. The main goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and restore the moisture in the eyes. This is the most important step in the curing process. However, a good dry eye cure may not be...
There are many symptoms that can be caused by corneal ulcer. Each patient’s condition is different. Treatment will depend on the severity of the problem. The symptoms of corneal cancer include burning, eyelid swelling and watering. Later, blurred vision and...
