If you’re one of the 16.4 million people in America with dry eye, you know how scratchiness and discomfort can take away from life’s big moments. Even the eye drops you use are only so effective, and …
You wake up in the morning with a red, itchy eye. It’s oozing a bit of goop, or it’s sealed shut. Is it pink eye or something else? This common occurrence happens due to a …
The thyroid has a huge impact on how the body functions, particularly the effectiveness of its endocrine system. Located in the front of the neck, one of the key functions of the thyroid involves regulating …
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What Is Blepharitis? If you find yourself frequently experiencing eye swelling redness, and crusting, you could have blepharitis. It occurs when the margins of your eyelids become inflamed. Blepharitis can be chronic, or it can happen only …
The human eye is a remarkable organ. It grants us the ability to see everything around us and also has an immense impact on nonverbal communication, having been aptly nicknamed the window to the soul. One …
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Glaucoma, a common and frustrating impairment of vision, represents a leading cause of blindness in the United States. Glaucoma is actually the name for a group of related diseases that can damage the optic nerve. …
If you’re considering vision enhancement through laser eye surgery, you may have come across two terms: LASIK and iLASIK. While both are advanced procedures, there are some key differences between the two. At Southside Eye Care, …
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If you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts, you may be wondering what the treatment options are, and which one is best for you. Fortunately, cataract treatment options have improved greatly over the years, which has led to a …
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What Causes Eye Floaters? Taking care of your vision usually is pretty simple. You go to the eye doctor, get your vision checked, and do any appropriate preventative and corrective treatments. However, you may have …
Whether you’re a child in school or an adult, examinations can be scary. Eye exams are no different, especially if you’re worried about what to say or bring. We hope to alleviate some of those …
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