Snow blindness is a temporary but painful vision condition due to overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays reflected off snow and ice. If you or a family member suspects snow blindness, your optometrist can examine your symptoms and get you on the path to relief.
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Eye Conditions
Why Do My Eyelids Feel Dry?
Causes for dry eyelids may be due to underlying health conditions like skin conditions, inflammation, environment, age, and lifestyle choices. There are many ways to help treat and prevent dry eyelids. […]
How Long Does Eye Strain Last?
In most cases, eye strain lasts for a few hours and tends to go away on its own. However, in some instances, it may take a day or so for the symptoms to completely go away. It’s important to note that this length of time can vary from person to person. […]
How to Unclog Meibomian Glands
You can manage blocked meibomian glands to reduce the effects of dry eyes with warm compresses, eye masks, eyelid cleansers, and in-office dry eye treatments. […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurriness?
Millions of Canadians deal with the uncomfortable symptoms of dry eyes annually. Dry, irritated eyes are typically the most common symptom, but you may also […]
What Causes Dry Eyes with Contacts?
For many people, switching to contact lenses is a massive upgrade from eyeglasses. There are a lot of benefits to wearing contacts, such as eye […]
Do & Don’ts After Cataract Surgery
So you’re getting older, and your vision is starting to get blurry and a little hazy. Don’t worry—this is a normal part of aging. Your […]
Are Floaters in the Eye Dangerous?
There’s a name for those squiggly little lines drifting across your vision: eye floaters! Eye floaters include the grey specks, spots, and tiny clusters that […]
9 Causes of Blurry Vision
Whether you wear corrective eyewear or not, blurry vision can occur at any time. While blurry vision doesn’t always warrant panic, some causes are more […]
How Does Cataract Surgery Work?
Cataracts Explained Cataracts are a naturally-forming eye disease that generally develops as we age. This condition occurs when proteins begin to clump inside your eye’s […]