Amblyopia: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Amblyopia? Amblyopia, often called lazy eye, is a vision problem that starts in childhood. In this condition, one eye does not see as well as the other. As a result, the brain favors the stronger eye. Over time, the weaker eye gets less use. Because of this, vision in the weaker eye does […]
Refractive Errors: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What Are Refractive Errors? Refractive errors are common vision problems that affect how your eyes focus light. When light does not focus correctly on the retina, you may see blurry images. In fact, refractive errors are the main reason people need glasses or contact lenses. According to the World Health Organization, millions of people worldwide […]
Understanding Myopia: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Introduction Myopia, also called nearsightedness, is a common vision problem. People with Myopia can see close objects clearly, but distant objects look blurry. In fact, Myopia affects millions of people worldwide, including many children and adults in the US. Because it can impact daily life, understanding Myopia is important for everyone. Early detection and proper […]
LASIK Eye Surgery: Benefits, Risks, and What to Expect
Introduction LASIK eye surgery is a popular procedure that helps people see clearly without glasses or contact lenses. Many people choose LASIK eye surgery to correct vision problems like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. In this blog, you will learn about how LASIK works, its benefits, risks, and what you can expect before and after the […]