by Eye Contact | Jul 5, 2021 | General, Vision
How Allergies Affect the Body Allergies occur when your body’s immune system overreacts to something in your environment. Whether the allergy is to peanuts, pollen, or types of metals, the reaction can cause several symptoms throughout the body. Common symptoms...
by Eye Contact | Jun 21, 2021 | General, Vision
Your annual comprehensive eye exam is a vital component to maintaining your overall health – well beyond just your vision. At your exam, your optometrist will perform several screening tests for underlying health concerns. Some of the conditions which may first be...
by Eye Contact | May 10, 2021 | General, Vision
Protecting your eyes is of great importance. There are several specific instances which have custom eye protection needs – such as welding, sports, and some workplaces – but there are many situations that you will encounter at home in which eye protection is...
by Eye Contact | Apr 26, 2021 | Eye Disease, General
It can be frightening to see blood pooling in your eye. Unfortunately, this can happen for a variety of reasons and normally is either a sub conjunctival hemorrhage or hyphema. What is a Subconjunctival Hemorrhage? A sub conjunctival hemorrhage is a broken blood...
by Eye Contact | Jan 19, 2021 | General
Some people put off regular comprehensive eye examinations unless they have a visual issue or eye discomfort or are told to see an optometrist by one of their doctors. They may do this to save money or because they simply do not feel that they need this care. This...
