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via BlackDoctor: When your eyes become glazed or shiny, they are usually referred to as glassy. This particular effect is normal and frequently more of an annoyance than a reason to be concerned. On the other hand, glassy eyes may show a more serious ailment. The treatment method for glassy or glazed eyes depends on […]

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viaBlackDoctor: The eyes are more than just the windows to your soul; they are also windows to your health. Symptoms of many serious health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, and liver issues are first seen in the eyes. Most professionals recommend getting your eyes checked once a year, but take a close look at […]

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via BlackDoctor: People often say that the eyes are the windows to the soul. So, it makes total sense that you’d want to keep your peepers in working shape – after all, you only get one set. Because sight is frequently something many take for granted, BlackDoctor.org enlisted Benjamin Ticho, MD of The Eye Specialists Center […]

Women's Health

via BlackDoctor: Does blindness have a gender bias? Believe it or not, research shows that of the 285 million people estimated to be visually impaired worldwide, 66 percent are women. Furthermore, research from the University of Illinois at Chicago, suggests that, “older women are at risk for glaucoma,” which can cause blindness. While some experts suggest that the risk is […]

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Cataracts. Oh, that sometimes dreaded word and diagnosis that often takes people by surprise. When I meet with patients to discuss their cataracts and treatment options, I’m often met with frustration and annoyance. Those feelings are usually tied to the ways the condition has changed their lives. What many don’t realize is how prevalent cataracts […]

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Unsafe use of contact lenses — such as sleeping with them in place or using the same pair for too long — is triggering serious eye injuries for many Americans, a new report finds. In fact, eye damage occurred in nearly 20 percent of contact lens-related eye infections reported to the U.S. Food and Drug […]

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Our eyes are in a war with our television screens, cellphones, the sun and our computer screens, causing a massive amount of digital eye strain. Lasik eye surgery is an expensive fix to a problem that many of us have to deal with. Insurance is only going to pay for so much, if any at […]

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More than 30 million Americans wear contacts. Although contact lenses have come a long way and are generally pretty safe to wear, there’s still a risk of eye infection and permanent eye damage if you fail to follow the proper guidelines when caring for them. If you’re thinking about making the switch from glasses to […]

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A number of nutrients can help keep your eyes healthy, and some may even improve your eyesight, an eye doctor says. It’s particularly important to eat a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, said Dr. James McDonnell, a pediatric ophthalmologist at Loyola University Health System in Maywood, Ill. “Make a colorful plate, especially with greens, […]

Women's Health

What if I told you that although your mascara formula is important, what truly makes a difference in your mascara application is the brush? The shape, size, bristles and wand, they all play a huge role in your lash beautifying outcome. With the wrong brush you can end up with a clumped lash mess, looking […]

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A number of nutrients can help keep your eyes healthy, and some may even improve your eyesight, an eye doctor says. It’s particularly important to eat a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, said Dr. James McDonnell, a pediatric ophthalmologist at Loyola University Health System in Maywood, Ill “Make a colorful plate, especially with greens, […]

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If you suffer from dry and irritated eyes, it’s easy to assume that these symptoms are representative of dry eye syndrome. Dry eye is often so common and chronic that it’s used to explain away any symptoms that fit the bill, including dry eyes that can’t produce enough tears for lubrication. However, dry eyes can […]