Many of us rub our eyes when we’re tired, and you might know firsthand how itchy and uncomfortable that can be. But some people have that sensation all the time. Itchy eyes, blurry vision, mucus buildup or sensitivity to light are some unpleasant symptoms of dry eye. Dry eye is something we see in our […]
What Causes Light Sensitivity (Photophobia)?
What is Photophobia? Light sensitivity, or photophobia, is pain or discomfort caused by light. Photophobia literally means fear of light (photo meaning “light” and phobia meaning “fear of”). It’s not an eye disease, but photophobia can be a symptom of a variety of conditions, including dry eye, cataracts, and laser eye surgery. Depending on the […]
Dry Eye & Contact Lenses: Do They Mix?
Should You Leave Your Contact Lenses in the Dust? It seems natural that if you suffer from dry eye, you should stick to your glasses and ditch your contact lenses for good. However, in today’s eye care landscape, that is considered an antiquated school of thought. Recent advancements in dry eye therapy allow people with […]
The Science Behind Dry Eyes
Everyone has likely experienced dry eyes at some point in their life. Everyday factors like a long day of work or windy weather can leave our eyes feeling less than ideal, but this feeling should be temporary. Chronic dry eye, however, is a condition that affects your eyes constantly. While constant dry eye is frustrating, […]