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Myths are typically a thing of fantasy, a nd   you wouldn’t expect them to have a place in ey e health. Unfortunately, t here are several “myths” that many people believe that are simply not true. Here   are a few  of those  beliefs held by  people who experience occasional dry eye that we are happy to dispel. Myth 1: It Happens to Everyone. While experiencing some form of occasional dry eye is common, it does  not  happen to everyone and each person’s level of discomfort varies. Occasional dry eye typically occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears ,  or the tears your eyes do produce , are not enough to keep your eyes lubricated and comfortable. For those who   experience  dryness and irritation daily,  they’ll need to seek  professional help as it can be a long-term eye health issue. Myth 2: It Only Happens to Old People. As we age, our bodies change. One of the parts most affected by aging is our eyes . Our vision decreases and, yes, our eyes can start to feel drier,...

Coronavirus. COVID-19. SARS-CoV-2. Whatever you call it, it’s probably all you’ve been hearing about lately. Though coronaviruses are a large family of viruses known to cause respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to more severe issues, the infamous virus you’ve been hearing about is COVID-19. What Is COVID-19? According to the World Health Organization (WHO) , “COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus. This new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in Wuhan, China, in December 2019.” Symptoms ofCOVID-19 are usually mild and gradual, with some people going up to 5 days after being infected without symptoms. The most common symptoms are fever, tiredness, and a dry cough. Other symptoms that have been reported include: Aches and pains Nasal congestion Runny nose Difficulty breathing Sore throat Diarrhea How Does COVID-19 Spread? When a person infected with COVID-19 exhales or coughs, they ...

Floaters-What Should You Do When They Appear? They swim and bounce around your field of sight, some times more visible than others. These “floaters” that look like dark cobwebs, specks and lines move as your eyes do and often scatter when you try to focus on them. For most of us, they’re an annoyance. In rare cases, when they’re so numerous they impact vision, surgery may be an option. Floaters happen when the vitreous, the gel-like substance that fills about 80 percent of the eye and helps it keep its round shape, slowly shrinks. As it does, it becomes stringy, and the strands cast shadows on the retina. They are usually part of the aging process and an annoyance if you focus on them. They are more common in those who are very nearsighted, diabetic, or who have had a cataract operation. Floaters will settle at the bottom of the eye and are less noticeable but never go away completely. If you suffer migraines, you may see floaters with a different cause. You may experience flashes o...

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is instrumental in preventing or even putting a stop to a loss of vision due to age. Especially when senior citizens are presented with debilitating eye conditions. They may suffer from depression, anxiety and fear. They notice that they no longer have a sense of balance and face the possibility of falling. Many are unaware that they can circumvent these conditions. Following the tips will help pave the way toward a better quality of life: Continue reading “Preventive Eye Care for Aging Eyes” https://www.lvcenter4sight.com/natural-eye-care-blog-news-research-on-vision-eye-conditions-eye-care-how-to-support-healthy-vision-naturally/