Eye Care

Here are three ways to read the fine print on SIM cards and other items without the need for a magnifying glass.

Which eye colour came first? What does eye colour have to do with trust? Here are the most surprising facts about your blinkers.

Learn about the causes of dry eyes, as well as the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for this annoying condition.

Are your eyes red, itchy, irritated, crusty, watery, and making you miserable? You may wonder if your symptoms suggest pink eye, allergies, or even a more serious medical condition. Here's some help.

Is your eyelid twitching? What causes an eyelid to twitch? 10 scientific reasons your eyelid might be twitching (and a superstitious reason, for good measure). Read on for everything you need to know.

Does your eye ever twitch when you sneeze? Is it something you should worry about? Learn more about blepharospasm—involuntary eye twitching—and what to do about it.

Dry skin around the eyes is not a problem when you know how to treat it. Here are several options for treating dry skin around the eyes, from dietary and natural treatments to other solutions.

The medical term for a burst blood vessel in the eye is subconjunctival hemorrhage. Here are the pictures and treatment information.

Eye twitching will usually be experienced by everyone at some point in their lives. For the most part, it's normal, but sometimes it can be caused by other disorders. Here are the causes.

Getting a red spot on your eye is a common occurrence and is usually painless and harmless. This article will tell you about a few causes of red spots on the eye.

An infant with sticky eyes or an adult with teary, watery eyes may have a tear duct blockage. Learn about home remedies and surgical treatment options for blocked tear ducts.

Is your eye red? A forceful sneeze or cough may cause tiny blood vessels in your eye to rupture. This type of event is called a subconjunctival hemorrhage. Read on for everything you need to know.

What are the symptoms and risks to our sight as we get older?

Diabetic retinopathy can be a devastating disease. If left untreated, it can quickly lead to a permanent loss of vision and blindness. This article explains the treatments available and how to prevent diabetic retinopathy.

Understanding cataracts: what they are, what they do, and how can you get rid of them.

Hate throwing out your contacts every day? "Disposable" doesn't have to mean that you throw them out after one use. Five tips for cleaning and disinfecting your soft contact lenses, as well as ways to make your contact lenses last longer.

Sunshine on your shoulders can make you happy, but sunshine on your eyes may cause growths that permanently alter your appearance. Could you have a pinguecula? Learn about these common eye growths and how to protect yourself from them.

We all suffer from eyestrain periodically, but for many of us, it is a daily occurrence. This article explains the symptoms, common causes, and a few DIY remedies for eyestrain.

Pterygium and pinguecula are both caused by damage to the conjunctiva (a transparent, thin membrane that covers the white of our eye). There is a tendency to mistake one condition for the other.

Learn about various lens implants for cataracts, including premium lenses that may eliminate the need for glasses. This article is based on the author's personal experience with cataract surgery.

I have blepharitis, and it drives me mad. Through my visits with an ophthalmologist, I've learned a few tricks for treating my itchy, red eyes.

Noticing red veins in your eyes? No matter what the cause, permanently enlarged red veins on the whites of your eyes can take a toll on your self-esteem. Learn how to get rid of them and what causes them in the first place.

A broken blood vessel in the eye is correctly known as a subconjunctival hemorrhage. It can look pretty horrific but will not cause damage to your eyesight.

Do you struggle to insert and remove your contact lenses? Do you find it impossible to see in the mirror at the same time? Learn to insert and remove your contact lenses quickly and simply!

You'd love to throw away your glasses, but Lasik (laser eye surgery) scares you. At last, there's an alternative—orthokeratology! OrthoK involves wearing special lenses at night that gently correct the shape of your eyes while you sleep,