You may have occasionally noticed a tiny speck, line, or dot that seems to hover in your field of vision, moving as your eye moves, but never quite disappearing. You will probably be pleased to…
If you wear contact lenses, or are considering switching from eyeglasses to contacts, you may be wondering which is the best option for you: daily, weekly, or monthly contacts? The answer depends on your own…
You may have experienced double vision after a particularly fun party, or an exhausting day at work. But if you’ve noticed that you’re seeing double all the time, without an identifyable cause, it could be…
If you are currently undergoing issues with your eye health, it never hurts to know a thing or two about the eyes and how they work. Knowing more about your eyes’ anatomy may help you…
You may have heard the phrase, “sitting is the new smoking.” At Raleigh Eye Center, we think the slogan should be “staring is the new smoking.” Most adults in this day and age spend massive…
In all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, taking care of your eyes might have fallen to the back of your mind. That’s why we’re sending out a friendly year-end reminder to take…
When it comes to color, most of us share a common vision experience. Some people, however, have a color vision deficiency, commonly referred to as “color blindness.” Today, our Raleigh eye doctor explains the different…
Our eyes are one of the most important tools we use to process the world around us. They allow us to interpret shapes, faces, colors, and depth without touching them—a critical evolutionary advantage. In fact,…
The eyes are one of the most delicate and sensitive organs in our bodies, and once they’re damaged, it’s very difficult to repair them! That’s why it’s crucial to take good care of your eyes,…
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…
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,…
5 Natural Ways to Combat Spring Allergies Earlier, we wrote a post about treating eye allergies, but we are aware that many people prefer natural remedies to over-the-counter medicines. Below are some holistic ways to…
If you’ve developed a painful, irritating bump on or underneath your eyelid, it’s likely that you have a stye. Most styes go away by themselves, so all you need to do is follow some basic…
Perhaps the only thing more frustrating that actually being tired is being told that you “look tired” despite having had a restful night’s sleep. Unfortunately, many people suffer from dark circles and puffy eyes despite…
They say that the eye is the window to the soul, but it is also very much the window to the body. An ophthalmology exam can show you far more than just the health of your…
If you have been recently diagnosed with glaucoma or suspect that you might have it, you may be curious about the optic nerve, the primary tissue that the disease targets. Learn more about the optic…
Viruses, bacteria, fungi—there are plenty of this things that can get in our eyes and cause an eye infection. Below are some of the most common eye infections optometrists treat, and tips on how to…
When your optometrist examines the back of your eyes for signs of damage, he or she will use a device called an ophthalmoscope to shine a bright light into your eyes. You may have worried…
Spring means it’s finally time to hit the track, trails, or waterways for all the activities you’ve been missing all winter. While you’re taking in all that fresh air, remember to take care of your…
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