Expert Advice

A cataract is a condition in which the lens of an eye becomes cloudy and affects vision. Most commonly, cataracts occur in older people, and they usually develop gradually.

Do you desire thinner, lighter lenses? People with a lower refractive error generally don’t think about the thickness of their lenses because they have many material options that are thin and light.

Blurred vision refers to a lack of clarity of vision that results in an inability to see fine details. Blurred vision can result from abnormalities such as myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, or astigmatism that can be improved with corrective lenses or signal the presence of an eye condition.

The upper and lower eyelids are dotted with glands that secrete a small amount of oil. That oil helps to lubricate the surface of the eye, so each blink can move smoothly across the surface of the eye.

A corneal abrasion is a scratch on the clear front surface of the eye (cornea). Corneal abrasions typically cause significant discomfort, red eyes, watery eyes and sensitivity to light.

The burning sensation can happen with or without other symptoms such as itching, eye discomfort, watery eyes, or eye discharge. Burning eyes are frequently caused by unavoidable environmental factors like strong winds or high pollen levels.