When you’ve had your eyeglasses for years, you get used to them so much that you tend to think you can still see clearly out of them after all this time. However, even though your vision seems fine, there could be changes in it that you just haven’t noticed. Here are some of the signs that will let […]
What You Need to Know About Anisometropia
Anisometropia is a condition wherein an individual’s eyes have different refractive powers, resulting in asymmetrical curvatures, asymmetric farsightedness or asymmetric nearsightedness. It typically manifests in a few symptoms like headaches and visual discomfort, but at its most grievous stage, anisometropia can cause visual blurring, alternating vision or double vision. Keep on reading to learn more […]
Coats Disease: A Quick Overview
Most parents keep a stash of photo albums of themselves and their sons and daughters as a way of remembering the past. In some images, you may notice the subject’s eye showing a noticeable golden glow. While it is often caused by a camera flash, it can also be a warning sign of a rare […]
Ways Concussions or Head Injuries Can Affect Your Vision
Various eye problems can result from head trauma or concussion. Studies say that vision-related issues may affect up to 82% of concussed patients.
Glaucoma: Early Symptoms, Risk Factors and Detection
Around three million Americans have glaucoma. This is a group of diseases that target the optic nerve, which links the eyes to the brain. This condition is a leading cause of visual impairment worldwide, which can be prevented with early detection and treatment.
Why It Pays to Get Tested for Cataracts While You’re Young
There’s a common misconception that cataracts only develop much later in life. The truth is, low vision symptoms are more pronounced in older people, but cataracts can begin to form at a much earlier age. In fact, younger patients who undergo cataracts treatment have a much higher success rate at keeping their vision intact even […]
Smoking Increases Your Risk of Having These Eye Conditions
Smoking has detrimental effects on various parts of your body. One study suggests that long-term smoking increases the risk of certain eye diseases.
Why You Should Stop Rubbing Your Eyes Right Now
When something gets in people’s eyes, their first instinct is usually to try to rub it out. Sometimes, even tired eyes feel somewhat relieved when given a good rub. This has nothing to do with getting irritants out of your eyes or offering it some respite, however, as rubbing your eyes simply stimulate your vagus […]
How to Find the Right Eye Care Specialist for You
At Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry, we believe that the success of an eye care plan depends largely on the working relationship between you and your eye doctor. This is why you should find one you can trust and understands your concerns.
5 Common Age-Related Eye Problems
Visual changes are part of aging. In fact, your risk of developing certain eye conditions increases over time. Today, Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry, your local provider of low vision therapy and other eye care treatments, talks about common vision problems you may have to deal with during your older years.
