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Diabetes can impact vision in surprising ways, from temporary blurriness to increased risks of retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts. At Eastern Shore Eye Care in Fairhope,...

Diabetes can affect your eye health, but regular exams make a difference. Learn how Eastern Shore Eye Care helps detect and manage diabetes-related vision issues.

Discover how to elevate your style this new year with exclusive designer eyewear. From bold statement frames to timeless classics, our collection has something for...

With the year-end fast approaching, now is the time to use your vision insurance benefits before they expire. Schedule an eye exam, update your eyewear,...

Myopia, or short-sightedness, is an increasingly common condition, especially among children. With rates of diagnosis climbing each year, myths about myopia management can often mislead...

What is Blue Light? Whether you spend a significant amount of your day on a computer, tablet or smartphone, the blue light that is emitted...

If you child is experiencing frequent headaches, a short attention span, avoids reading or other close activities, frequently rubs their eyes, and tilts their head...

Clear and comfortable vision is absolutely essential for your child’s confidence and success in the classroom and on the sports field.

Since school vision screenings are unable to detect vision problems related to reading and learning difficulties, many vision problems go undiagnosed for years.

UV rays can damage your vision and potentially cause sight-threatening eye diseases, such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, and cataracts.

Fortunately, with myopia management, myopia progression can be reduced by up to 78%.

Eye allergies can mean the difference between feeling energized from a morning jog and spending the rest of the day suffering from dry, itchy, irritated...

During your eye exam, your optometrist will conduct a thorough history and perform a series of tests to check for any signs of disease or...

Even if you show no signs of glaucoma, there are ways to prevent it from developing or keep it from progressing.

Before the year ends, use your vision benefits to get a new pair of glasses and book an eye exam.

People who suffer from macular degeneration tend to lose their “straight ahead” vision, making it difficult to read, drive, and recognize faces.

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...

Excessive screen time can negatively impact your child's vision, leading to digital eye strain and myopia, commonly called nearsightedness. Read further to explore myopia management...

A list of signs and symptoms to look out for if you think your child needs or can benefit from vision therapy.

High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause severe vision loss, but early detection can help preserve your vision.

Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Eastern Shore Eye Care to schedule your appointment.

Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why...

Switching from glasses to scleral contact lenses can take several weeks. your Fairhope eye doctor will provide instructions on how to properly insert, remove, and...

Many retinal conditions can lead to vision loss if not diagnosed early and treated promptly. If your optometrist notices signs of retinal disease, they’ll manage...

Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. Eastern Shore Eye Care proudly...

Medication doesn't always work to heal dry eye syndrome's underlying cause. The following natural and holistic remedies may relieve your eye discomfort and relieve your...

Your eye experts at Eastern Shore Eye Care have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let...

Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact Eastern Shore...

Aging comes with many blessings but also certain challenges. Having a higher risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of them. Fortunately, a...

Did you know that a risk factor for developing myopia (nearsightedness) is living in an urban area? But don’t worry – the myopia management program...

World Keratoconus Day is celebrated every year on November 10 to raise awareness of this rare eye condition. Read on to learn about keratoconus and...

Caffeinated coffee can be drying to the body, but that may not be true for the eyes. Here’s what you need to know about coffee...

Genetic testing can help determine whether you have a genetic variant that may put you or your children at risk for certain diseases. Read on...

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...

Glaucoma in children is rare, but when it occurs, it must be treated with surgery to prevent vision loss. Read on to learn more about...

Traditional myopia correction uses glasses to improve visual acuity, but they are not a solution for controlling myopia’s progression and may even contribute to worsening...

Macular degeneration is a disease that can threaten your sight as it progresses, but early diagnosis and treatment can delay and even lower your risk...

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s...

The most important reason for choosing myopia management is to protect your child’s precious gift of sight from sight-threatening eye diseases. But here’s an added...

If you have corneal dystrophy, it will become increasingly difficult to wear standard contact lenses. Scleral lenses are an excellent choice for patients with many...

Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's...

Many substances and situations can cause dry eyes, such as certain medications, hormonal changes, and your environment. No matter the cause, having dry eyes feels...

Unfortunately, glaucoma doesn't show any symptoms until its advanced stages. Read on to learn what you can to preserve your vision and live your best...

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Eastern Shore Eye Care without delay if you or a loved one experiences any...

Have you or a loved one have experienced complications following LASIK or any other type of refractive surgery? Scleral lenses may be just the solution...

Childhood myopia — nearsightedness — is reaching epidemic proportions. Fortunately, there are steps parents can take to reduce their child’s risk of developing myopia.

Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without...

Custom contact lenses are specially designed to fit irregularly-shaped corneas. If you find wearing regular contact lenses uncomfortable, ask your optometrist if custom contact lenses...

High myopia isn’t just difficulty seeing faraway objects. It can actually increase the risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life. Read on to...

If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, you're at risk of developing certain eye diseases. Read on to find out how to protect your...

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...

Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help...

Whether you call it eye goop, crusties or gunk, there are times when a bit of mucus around your eyes is normal — and times...

Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease that causes the cornea to thin and bulge, resulting in blurry and distorted vision. Here are the most commonly...

Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.

Myopia management, an optometrist-developed program, can slow and even halt the progression of a child’s myopia. Read on to learn more.

Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.

Studies have found a correlation between asthma and dry eye syndrome. Fortunately, a dry eye optometrist can help by treating your uncomfortable dry eye symptoms.

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...