Tunnel vision is the loss of your peripheral (side) vision while your central vision remains clear. Discover the common causes, symptoms, and treatment options for tunnel vision. […]
What Is Tunnel Vision and What Causes It?
Why Your Pink Eye Keeps Coming Back
You finally cleared up pink eye—then it came back again. Waking up with red, itchy, or sticky eyes is frustrating, especially when you thought you had already dealt with it.. Pink eye—or conjunctivitis—is a common problem, but when it keeps coming back, it can feel like a cycle you can’t break. You may wonder if […]
Is Conjunctivitis Contagious?
Conjunctivitis, commonly known as “pink eye,” is one of those conditions that many of us have heard of. But how serious is it, and is it contagious? Infectious conjunctivitis—including bacterial conjunctivitis and viral conjunctivitis—is contagious. However, allergic and chemical conjunctivitis are not contagious. You can take steps to prevent the spread of conjunctivitis. Because conjunctivitis […]
Does Myopia Worsen Without Glasses?
If you’ve been diagnosed with myopia or nearsightedness, you might wonder if not wearing glasses could worsen the condition. The truth is that not wearing glasses is not known to worsen myopia directly, but it could cause other complications, such as eye strain or reduced visual quality. Contact Northern Lights Eyecare if you have any […]
What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye
Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is a common eye condition that many people experience at some point in their lives. As the term suggests, pink eye causes a characteristic redness in the eye, as well as itching and discharge from the eyes. This leads many people to mistakenly assume that any irritation or redness in the […]
