If you are familiar with other “phobias,” you might guess that “photophobia” is an intense fear of light. While that is the linguistic definition of the word, in medicine photophobia refers to an extreme sensitivity to light that can range in intensity from a slight nuisance to a debilitating … Read More...
Diseases & Problems
How to Know If Your Eyes Are Healthy: 8 Sings You’re Okay
The saying goes that “your eyes are the window to your soul,” but what if they are really a window to your health too? As a mucous membrane, your eyes catch almost everything going into your body – from pollen floating in the air to the germs from your coworker’s sneeze. It is not uncommon for … Read More...
How to Know if You’re Legally Blind
Most people are at least familiar with the term “legally blind”. However, few people actually fully understand what it means and how to know if you're legally blind. Not only that, but many individuals are surprised by the fact that the term itself describes a government standard rather than a … Read More...
How to Relieve Eye Fatigue: 9 Things You Can Do
Your eyes can experience fatigue for a variety of reasons. Whether your eyes look and feel fatigued because of eye-strain, health-related issues, or exhaustion, it can put a damper on your everyday life. But for those days when your eyes are feeling their worst, have no fear. We've compiled a list … Read More...
All About Photodynamic Therapy for Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is a common eye condition that can render you virtually-blind with time. Luckily, with today's technology, there are a variety of treatment options to help save your sight. Photodynamic therapy for macular degeneration is a procedure that cannot reverse lost vision but can … Read More...
How to Put in Contacts Easily: A Guide for Beginners
The fear of putting contacts in is one of the things that holds the most people back from switching to contact lenses. Fortunately, though, with a little practice and some simple tips, you too can learn how to put in contacts easily. It’s also important to keep in mind that wearing contact lenses … Read More...
The 4 Main Types of Glaucoma Explained
A term used for a group of eye diseases that involves high pressure in the eye, glaucoma can cause damage to the optic nerve and even lead to blindness if not effectively managed. As such, understanding the basics of the condition and knowing some characteristics to look for in the common types of … Read More...
Retinal Ischemia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Retinal ischemia rarely appears by itself but is most often a complication of another disorder. This complication, called ischemia, cuts off blood and therefore nutrients to the retina. This leads to destruction or impairment of the cells in the retina. How the condition affects a person’s vision … Read More...
“Believing Is Seeing” by Dr. James Croley
An authentic guide to living a longer, healthier, joyful, and spiritual life through a God centered paradigm.