Having good vision is crucial for accomplishing daily tasks, and in order to maintain it, it’s essential to get regular eye tests. One of the common eye conditions that can affect your vision is astigmatism. Astigmatism occurs when the cornea, the front surface of your eye, has an irregular shape. This results in distorted or blurred vision. The good news is that astigmatism is easily detectable in an eye exam, and with proper correction, the condition can be managed very effectively.
13 February 2024
Light sensitivity is a relatively common complaint optometrists deal with. Light sensitivity can occur with natural and artificial light and can leave your eyes feeling strained. Some people also experience blurred vision, dizziness and headaches along with light sensitivity. There are a number of underlying problems that lead to the development of light sensitivity, and your optometrist will aim to diagnose the cause in order to resolve the problem. Here are a few possible causes of light sensitivity.
22 June 2023
If you're in the prime of life and have recently noticed some issues with your vision, you'll certainly want to find out what is going on. If you seem to have a problem with the central part of your vision, it's possible that you're suffering from age-related macular degeneration. What does this involve, and what is the first thing you should do? Understanding the Challenge Specialists are not entirely sure what causes this disease, but it can result in significant loss of eyesight for people as they age.
13 July 2022
If you haven't had your vision checked in a few years, you might need more than a new prescription for your glasses. You might actually be at risk for needing cataract surgery. You might not realise this, but cataracts don't happen overnight. Cataracts actually develop slowly, and usually without any symptoms in the beginning stages. However, as the cataracts get worse, you might begin to notice some changes in the way you see things.
25 October 2021
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in Australia, with close to two million people suffering from various types of the disease. While many people know about the risks diabetes brings to your overall health, not many know that diabetes can also be very dangerous for your eyesight. That is why those who have diabetes are required to take a much more proactive eye care stance than those of almost any other group.
15 March 2021
If your child isn't 8 or 9 years old, their eye vision is still developing, and close eye examination is critical to help them maintain good eye health. If you usually take your child to an eye doctor or paediatric ophthalmologist for regular eye checkups, it's possible to detect eye issues early and treat them. A paediatric ophthalmologist is an eye specialist who examines eye structures and functions, diagnoses eye diseases and creates treatment plans for children.
8 April 2020
Plenty of people across the world now spend most of their working life sitting in front of a computer. Unfortunately, that means many are also starting to suffer from computer eye strain. You see, using a computer is a relatively repetitive task for your eyes – they need to constantly scan back and forth in the same way. Additionally, computer screens give off light and reflect glare, which puts you eyes under added strain.
20 December 2018
