Need a new pair of glasses or contact lenses? Don’t wait until it’s too late. Taking the time to visit the eye doctor to assess your eyes can make a huge difference for your vision and eye health. Before the year ends, use your vision benefits to get a new pair of glasses and book […]
Macular degeneration (AMD) occurs when the macula—the central portion of the retina—begins to wear down, causing central vision loss. People who suffer from macular degeneration tend to lose their “straight ahead” vision, making it difficult to read, drive, and recognize faces. There are two types of AMD – dry and wet. The ‘dry’ form causes […]
If diabetes runs in your family, or if you’ve been diagnosed with the condition yourself, you should be seeing your optometrist regularly for checkups. Both Type I and Type 2 diabetes can have damaging effects on your eyes, especially if your blood sugar levels aren’t properly managed. High blood sugar levels can lead to vision […]
Is your child’s sight deteriorating? This deterioration could be due to their screen time. In today’s digital era, screens have become an integral part of our lives, especially for our children. With online learning, gaming, and endless entertainment options, it’s no surprise that kids spend more time than ever in front of digital devices. However, […]
As a parent, you want to ensure your child is healthy in every way possible. That includes making sure that their eyesight is functioning properly. A staggering 25% of kids have an undiagnosed eyesight issue. In some cases, children may need vision therapy to address these issues. But how do you know if your child needs vision […]
Most people don’t think a regular eye exam could save their life. But the truth is that in many cases, a comprehensive eye exam can detect much more than eye disease. That’s one reason that we at Eastern Shore Eye Care in Fairhope recommend annual eye exams to all of our patients, even in the absence of visual changes […]
The macula is the focal point of the retina and is responsible for central vision. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which is common in older adults, causes the macula to deteriorate. By the time you notice symptoms from macular degeneration, vision loss will have usually occurred. To rule out or confirm macular degeneration, schedule an eye […]
Diabetes is characterized by elevated blood sugar levels due to insufficient insulin production or the body’s insufficient response to the insulin produced. Over time, high blood glucose levels can impact many parts of the body, including the eyes. Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic […]
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, makes it difficult to clearly see objects that are far away. When myopia is severe, it’s called high myopia. Myopia occurs when the eye is more elongated than normal, or the shape of the cornea is too steep. Even though myopia may not seem serious, it’s been linked to several […]
In recent years, rates of myopia have skyrocketed. Today, an estimated 1 in 10 school-aged children, and 1 in 3 adolescents, are nearsighted. Even more worrying, the World Health Organization predicts that half of the world’s population will be nearsighted by 2050! Parents may wonder what’s at stake for a myopic child. Won’t glasses or […]
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