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What is Astigmatism? Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

What is Astigmatism? Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

3 Jan 2023

Astigmatism remains one of the most common conditions optometrists treat on a daily basis. Indeed, recent research suggests over 47 percent of UK eye care patients could now be considered astigmatic.

Looking at the image above with one eye, if some of the lines are darker than the others, you may have astigmatism. Read how to treat it...

What is Presbyopia? Causes and Treatment

What is Presbyopia? Causes and Treatment

3 Jan 2023

Presbyopia is an eye condition that makes it harder to focus on objects close to you. This usually happens within a few years of your fortieth birthday, but can happen at any point in your life.

Presbyopia is also known as age-related farsightedness or long-sightedness. Objects that are far away are easier to focus on, but objects closer to your face may become blurry or smeary.

Here we explain the exactly what presbyopia is, what causes it and what treatments are available.

What is Nearsighted or what is Myopic?

What is Nearsighted or what is Myopic?

3 Jan 2023

Myopia is more commonly known as nearsightedness or shortsightedness.

Myopia is a common eye condition which causes blurred vision at a distance, but clear, more focused vision up close.

Read more to find out the signs and causes of myopia , along with the treatments available.

10 Ways to Avoid Dry Eyes

10 Ways to Avoid Dry Eyes

7 Jun 2023

Most of us will have suffered with dry eyes at some point in our lives.

What Are Retinal Migraines And Why Are They So Serious?

What Are Retinal Migraines And Why Are They So Serious?

30 May 2023

Almost everyone knows visual disturbances often accompany migraines, but many patients aren’t aware there are two distinct migraine-related visual issues.

Common Eye Issues And What You Could Do About Them

Common Eye Issues And What You Could Do About Them

24 May 2023

As with all other organs, the eyes are prone to incalculable disorders and illnesses.

What To Do About Subconjunctival Haemorrhages

What To Do About Subconjunctival Haemorrhages

25 May 2023

Although it sounds serious, a subconjunctival haemorrhage is usually not a big deal.

Exploring Common Causes And Treatments For Photophobia

Exploring Common Causes And Treatments For Photophobia

19 May 2023

When we see the suffix “-phobia,” we immediately think of some kind of irrational psychological fear—but that’s not the case with photophobia.