Pregnancy changes a woman’s body significantly — hormone levels fluctuate, blood volume increases and the body retains fluid. All of these changes can affect eye health and vision. For example, fluid retention can cause the cornea to temporarily change shape, so some women find they are more nearsighted while expecting. Others notice their eyes are… Continue Reading →
Scientific evidence has long suggested that vitamin C lowers the risk of cataracts. A recent study out of London supports this theory. Read on as the team at Island Eye Surgicenter breaks down the study and what it could mean for your eye health.
Most people know that habits like staring straight into the sun, wearing dirty contact lenses and smoking are bad for the eyes. You may be surprised to learn that there are some normal, everyday habits that can potentially harm your eyes. In this blog post, the team at Island Eye Surgicenter reveals a few everyday… Continue Reading →
Do your eyes regularly itch, tear or burn? If so, you may be one of the millions of Americans that suffers from eye allergies. Though there is no cure for allergies, there are a variety of ways to manage the symptoms and reduce the risk of an outbreak. Here, the team at Island Eye Surgicenter… Continue Reading →
Floaters are tiny spots, specks or cobweb-like shapes that drift around your visual field. Flashes are sparks of light that flicker across your field of vision. Though irritating, floaters and flashes are common visual conditions and are usually harmless. In rare cases, they can be a warning sign of a troubling condition. In this post,… Continue Reading →
Conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as “pink eye,” is a contagious eye condition that causes watery, itchy eyes and other uncomfortable symptoms. The condition affects the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that covers the front of the eye and lines the insides of the eyelids. Pink eye can be caused by a virus (like the common cold),… Continue Reading →
By the end of July, you’ve likely spent a small fortune buying sunscreen products to protect you and your family from the summer sun. However, there is one area of the body that you’re certainly missing: your eyes. In this post, the team at Island Eye Surgicenter explains why and how you can protect your… Continue Reading →
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