Eye Conditions

Eyelid swelling is a common issue that occurs primarily on waking up. In most instances, it is nothing more than an uncomfortable annoyance that will disappear in 24-48 hours. However, if the swelling persists, you need to see a doctor to rule out any possible serious illness. What Is a Swollen Eyelid? Eyelid swelling refers […]

If you have ever thought you had a stye on your eyelid, but weren’t quite sure, it might be because you had an unwanted relative of that annoying little bump called a chalazion. A chalazion occurs when something blocks one of the glands in the eyelids responsible for secreting the oily substance that the body […]

Hooded eyes are technically defined as eyes partially covered by too-large eyelids. You can develop hooded eyes early, but they often become prominent later in life due to age-related skin changes.  Those with eye hooding can also have other disorders, such as ptosis, which worsen symptoms, necessitating medical intervention. In severe cases, the extra skin […]

Glaucoma describes a group of diseases that damage your eye’s optic nerve, and they are the leading causes of vision loss. People with glaucoma often do not notice their initial symptoms, which makes it difficult to catch the conditions in an early stage. Glaucoma does not have a cure, but you can protect yourself from […]

Dry eye syndrome, or dry eye disease, is an all-too-common condition in which your eyes do not produce sufficient tears to stay wet, or your tears evaporate too fast. Tears are a natural lubricant for eyes, and a lack of them leads to consistent redness, burning, itching and irritation. It can also lead to watery […]

You and your family members can encounter any number of eye conditions and diseases through the course of a lifetime. Dry eye, pink eye, styes and floaters are among the most common that eye doctors treat. A few other common disorders are more serious, including refractive errors, glaucoma and a detached retina. It is unfortunate, […]