by Local Eyes Optometry | Aug 29, 2023 | dry eye, eye conditions, eye health
Dry eyes can be a persistent and uncomfortable condition, but thanks to advancements in technology, there are innovative treatments emerging to address this issue. One such treatment is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy on the eyelids. IPL therapy aims to improve the...
by Local Eyes Optometry | Aug 1, 2023 | eye conditions, retina, Systemic Disease
In the realm of inherited eye conditions, there is a subset called X-linked conditions. Unlike other forms of inheritance, where the gene responsible for the disease can be found on any chromosome, X-linked conditions specifically involve genes on the X chromosome....
by Local Eyes Optometry | Jul 18, 2023 | eye conditions, eye health
Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that involves abnormally high eye pressure and can lead to vision loss and nerve damage in the eyes. Historically, the treatment options for glaucoma have been topical eye drops to lower the eye pressure or eye surgery that...
by Local Eyes Optometry | Jul 5, 2023 | eye conditions, eye health
Children are notorious for getting eye infections or having accidents that result in injuries to the eyes. However, treating these issues is more complex due to the age and development of children compared to an adult. Certain eye drops are approved for use in...
by Local Eyes Optometry | May 23, 2023 | eye conditions, eye health
Allergies occur when our body’s immune system overreacts to environmental substances that it sees as a potential threat. Regardless of the allergen, the response can cause various uncomfortable symptoms in different body parts, including our eyes. When ocular...
by Local Eyes Optometry | Apr 10, 2023 | eye conditions, eye health
One of the most frightening eye conditions is when the eyes become bloody red. Often times, this is due to a condition known as a subconjunctival hemorrhage. The clear mucus lining over the white of the eye is called the conjunctiva and has many small blood vessels...
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