Waking up with dry eyes can happen because your eyelids don’t fully close at night, your tear quality is low, or your sleep environment is too dry […]
Why Are My Eyes So Dry When I Wake Up?
Does OHIP Cover Eye Exams?
Navigating OHIP coverage for eye care can feel a little confusing, especially with recent updates. Your family’s vision health is important to us, and we understand that knowing what’s covered and what you’ll have to pay helps you plan. Your eligibility for an OHIP-covered eye exam in Ontario depends on your age and specific health […]
Is Blepharitis Contagious?
The short answer is that blepharitis can sometimes be contagious, but it depends on the underlying cause. […]
What Are the Symptoms of Cataracts and Glaucoma?
The symptoms of cataracts include clouded vision, sensitivity to light, and frequent prescription changes, while glaucoma symptoms often start with peripheral (side) vision loss, eye pain, and seeing halos around lights.
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Can You Use Contact Lens Solution as Eye Drops?
Contact lens solution should not be used as eye drops. It’s formulated to clean and disinfect lenses, not to safely lubricate or soothe the eye. […]
Nearsighted vs Farsighted in Kids: What’s the Difference?
The key difference between them is that nearsightedness makes distant objects appear blurry, while farsightedness makes close-up objects blurry. […]
How Do I Know If My Sunglasses Are Polarized?
To check if your sunglasses are polarized, look at a reflective surface through the lenses and tilt your head. If the glare diminishes or changes, your lenses are polarized.
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What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?
Pink eye might be common, but there are several other conditions that mimic pink eye’s symptoms. These eye conditions can include:
Allergies
Blepharitis
Dry eye disease
Subconjunctival hemorrhage
Styes
Iritis
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What Are Progressive Lens Glasses?
Progressive lens glasses integrate multiple optical powers into a single, uninterrupted lens design that can provide sharp vision across all distances without any conspicuous dividing lines. […]
Is Glaucoma Hereditary?
Glaucoma can be hereditary. If a parent, sibling, or family member is diagnosed with glaucoma, you have a higher risk of developing it and should be proactive about your eye health.
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