You likely visit your optometrist for regular eye exams or whenever you need a prescription for glasses or contact lenses. But did you know that an optometrist can detect early signs of retinal problems and help manage them until you need to see a retina specialist? At Dr. Schrock in we do just that! But […]
Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take some time and adjustment. Scleral lenses are larger than traditional contact lenses and are designed to correct more severe vision problems, such as keratoconus and severe dry eye. Unlike traditional contact lenses, scleral lenses are filled with a solution before being placed on the eye, which […]
Many health conditions can be detected by examining the eyes. For instance, by analyzing the health of the blood vessels in the retina, eye doctors can detect signs of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Diabetes can also be detected in the eyelids by the absence of meibomian glands. At Eastern Shore Eye Care in Fairhope, we […]
As we age, our risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a disease that causes permanent vision loss, increases. Fortunately, a specific formulation of vitamins and minerals named AREDS2 has been shown to slow the progression of this sight-robbing disease. Contact Eastern Shore Eye Care in Fairhope to find out how to manage AMD and discuss which […]
By now, you’ve probably already heard about some of the most common risk factors for a child developing myopia. Excessive near work (like spending hours on digital devices), not enough outdoor play, and genetics all play a role in determining if a child will become nearsighted and to what extent. Less known, however, is the […]
Battling keratoconus can be very challenging. That’s why every year, on November 10th, we come together to raise awareness about the impact keratoconus has on the lives of those impacted, along with their families and friends. World Keratoconus Day raises awareness and hope for a better future and understanding of those with this eye condition. […]
Have you been considering dropping your morning cup of coffee because you’re concerned it may be drying out your already dry eyes? Although caffeinated coffee has a diuretic effect on the body and can leave you feeling dehydrated, it may have the opposite effect on your eyes. At Eastern Shore Eye Care in Fairhope, we treat dry eye […]
Are You Suddenly Seeing Dark Spots? Here’s What You Should Do No, that isn’t a swarm of tiny insects following you around. Those black spots, squiggly lines and drifting cobweb shapes in your visual field are called floaters. Some patients are concerned about these moving specks, but they’re usually harmless. Still, a big increase in […]
Many people love the convenience and quality vision of contact lenses. If you are interested in wearing lenses instead of eyeglasses, we’ll help you with all that you need At Eastern Shore Eye Care, our eye doctors will examine your eyes to determine if you’re a good candidate for contacts, and we’ll fit you with the best type for your […]
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