We all spend a significant amount of time staring at computer screens or scrolling through smartphones. While technology has made life easier, it has also brought new problems, such as digital eye strain, headaches, and insomnia. For many individuals who frequently use digital devices, especially at night, wearing blue light glasses is automatic. While it’s […]
Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?
Myopia and hyperopia might sound like technical words, but they refer to 2 common refractive errors—nearsightedness and farsightedness—that affect how clearly we can see at certain distances. Myopia, commonly referred to as nearsightedness, means you can see clearly close-up but your distance vision is blurry. Hyperopia is often referred to as farsightedness, meaning you have […]
What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed As Pink Eye?
Pink eye, medically known as conjunctivitis, is a common eye infection that causes redness and inflammation of the conjunctiva (the thin, clear tissue covering the whites of the eyes and the inner eyelids). However, other eye conditions have similar symptoms. These conditions include dry eyes, blepharitis, styes, and keratitis. Eye conditions sharing similar symptoms can […]