A year of working from home and distance learning has made blue light exposure from digital devices a concern for many people. But did you know that there is a blue light source many times greater than any digital service? The greatest source of blue light is the sun. With the arrival of summer and
Which is Better 1 or 2? What do people dislike about an eye exam? Second to dilating drops, I think making the choice between the first and second image creates the most anxiety during an eye exam. As humans, we are trained early in our lives to do our best and give the correct answer.
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My eyes burn. My eyes are tired. My eyes are gritty. I hear these 3 complaints several times a day. They are usually followed by a confession about the increased time spent on screens. Zoom calls, working from home, distance learning, all contribute to the increased time we spend staring at a glowing screen. Add
Stop Itching Your Eyes Plant pollen, house dust and animal dander can trigger ocular allergies. Ocular allergies cause watery, itchy and red eyes. Cold compresses and sterile saline eye rinses are soothing and will minimize swelling. For moderate and persistent symptoms, an eye drop specifically for eye allergies can provide the relief you need. These drops
A Mediterranean diet is representative of the countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. The menu includes daily consumption of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, healthy fat, fish, poultry, beans and eggs. Dairy and red meat are limited. A new study shows that to gain the benefits of a Mediterranean diet all components should be included to achieve
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Age-Related Macula Degeneration (ARMD) is a progressive disease that damages the area of the eye that is responsible for color, clarity and visual details, the macula. If the integrity of the macula is compromised by blood, fluid, or tissue changes the result is blurry and distorted vision. Vision loss can occur suddenly or slowly. Causes of
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Now that the smoke has cleared we can appreciate the transitioning of the Sonomaroma from essence of dairy to scent of marijuana. Oh, the olfactory challenges we endure living in Sonoma County. Marijuana has many effects on the eyes. The THC component causes the blood vessels to dilate which lowers the eye pressure, the blood pressure and
There are many causes of Dry Eye symptoms. The causes surround us daily and can be difficult to avoid such as prolonged screen time, windy, dusty and smoky environments, allergies and medications such as antihistamines, decongestants, antidepressants, birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy. General health disorders like diabetes and thyroid disease contribute to ocular
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“Why are you taking my blood pressure?” February is American Heart Month, don’t be surprised if someone takes you blood pressure when you come into Westside Optometry for your next eye examination. (Not just in February but all year long, your health matters every day of the year.)There are often no symptoms of high blood
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There are many frame styles available to children, and it is much more acceptable to wear glasses than when I got my first pair decades ago. In fact it can be cool. Have you seen glasses for sale without a prescription? Glasses are fashionable. Here are some tips when selecting glasses for kids. Frame – The
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