High blood pressure, or hypertension, is called the silent killer. This is because it often goes untreated and undiagnosed in many people. Left untreated, it can cause damage to the heart, the lungs, and the circulatory system. So what does this condition mean for your eyes? According to the American Heart Association, there are… Three … Read more
An injury to the eye can be pretty daunting. After all, vision is important, and you only have one pair of eyes. Some injuries are caused by everyday activities, like shampoo getting in the eyes, and are considered minor, while some injuries, like taking a speeding hockey puck to the eye, can be far more … Read more
You’re working out one day and you know you are pushing yourself pretty hard. You feel pounding in your head during your run or during your weight lifting. Everything seems fine, but you look in the mirror after your workout only to find that the white of your eye has turned bright red! That red … Read more
Eye infections can be tricky. Many different types of eye infections can occur for many different reasons. They can be caused by bacteria, fungi or even viruses. One or both eyes might be affected, and any or all parts of the eye can be affected as well. Understanding the most common eye infections is an … Read more
Maybe you’ve never heard of glaucoma. Maybe you’ve heard of it and even been screened for it by your eye doctor, but you aren’t quite sure what it is. Glaucoma is something everyone should know about. Why? Here are 4 good reasons from glaucoma.org: Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness There is … Read more
Glasses used to be considered a big inconvenience. Frame choices used to be slim, and the frames available weren’t exactly fashion forward. But those days are over! Glasses are now one of the hottest accessories to any great outfit. Many people are actually wearing glasses whether they need them or not, just as a way … Read more
Like many other sports, ice hockey relies heavily on skill, strength, teamwork, and good eyesight. Dr. Ghosheh knows the importance of healthy eyesight, especially the essential role it plays for athletes. As the official ophthalmologist of the Anaheim Ducks, Dr. Ghosheh provides eye services for the entire team, ensuring their vision is up to par … Read more
Anyone who has ever purchased contacts knows that they do not come cheap. Purchasing contacts and supplies can add up over time, as you have to stock up frequently and replace any lost or damaged contacts. Lasik can permanently correct vision without the use of contacts or eyeglasses. But is the procedure more cost-effective in … Read more
Beautiful and fully-functioning eyes are important to celebs. Long hours spent in contacts can cause red and irritated eyes, which are forbidden in the spotlight. Glasses can distract audiences from a celeb’s beauty as well as their emotional performances. Being sans glasses and contacts can help them to land bigger and better roles. As such, … Read more
Wearing glasses can become like second nature to most. You put them on when you need to see and your vision problems are corrected. However, your glasses won’t always correct your vision, as prescriptions tend to change over time. Because glasses aren’t always reliable, knowing when your prescription is no longer effective is important. Symptoms … Read more