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What to Expect After LASIK Eye Surgery in Raleigh NC

If you are planning to get LASIK vision correcting surgery, you may be a bit nervous about the procedure and the days following it. Below are some answers to frequently asked questions we receive about LASIK, so you can be prepared and know what to expect.

Why Women Have a Greater Risk of Vision Loss than Men

Less than 10 percent of women are aware that they are at a greater risk of suffering from permanent vision loss. The vast majority of women feel they have the same risk as men. This is simply not the case and women need to be aware so they can help prevent vision loss. April is Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month and as such, it is the perfect time to shed light on the topic of women’s vision loss.

“Seeing Stars”: How Our Raleigh Eye Care Center Diagnoses and Treats Ocular Migraines

Migraines are one of the most common neurological disorders, affecting over 30 million people in the U.S. alone. These painful, debilitating headaches can last anywhere from four to seventy-two hours, typically starting on one side of the head and progressing to the other. If you’re seeing stars (or lines, or zigzags), you likely have a type of migraine called an ocular migraine. Learn about ocular migraine symptoms and treatment below.

New Website Launched

Raleigh Eye Center is happy to share our new website with you! We hope that you take advantage of all the helpful information it presents about our LASIK surgery, cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, pediatric eye care and other eye care services. As always, feel free to contact our eye doctors with your questions or to schedule an appointment at one of our two eye center locations.

Avoid Nick Fury’s Fate in ‘Captain Marvel’: Protect Yourself from Corneal Abrasions

Now that Captain Marvel has hit theaters, longtime Marvel fans finally know what happened to Nick Fury’s eye. In the interest of avoiding spoilers, we’ll be vague: Someone or something scratched it. In ophthalmology terms, Fury suffered a corneal abrasion, or an injury to the surface of the eye. Below is more information about corneal abrasions and how to prevent them, whether or not you’re planning on fighting aliens this year.

Dry Eye Relief Tips Shared By Our Raleigh Optometrist

Dry eyes is a common problem. It can be caused by dry air, cold weather, the natural aging process and certain medical conditions. It can cause irritation and blurry vision. The good news is that there are several tips to help dry eyes that you can use.