Waking up with dry, gritty eyes can be an uncomfortable way to start the day. Whether it’s a mild irritation or an ongoing struggle, morning dry eyes can disrupt sleep quality and impact your mood and productivity. Morning dry eye symptoms can be caused by several factors (or a combination of them), including environmental factors […]
When thinking about maintaining good eye health, it’s easy to focus solely on regular eye exams or wearing the right prescription glasses. But did you know that your diet plays a major role in protecting your vision? At ERC Optometry, we believe in a holistic approach to eye care, which includes understanding how what you […]
Migraines are more than just a headache. They can be debilitating and accompanied by vision disturbances. While medication and lifestyle adjustments can help, did you know your eye doctor might have another solution? Avulux migraine glasses have lenses that are designed specifically to help those with migraines manage light sensitivity and reduce potential triggers. Your […]
Dry eye syndrome is a common condition. It can affect almost anyone at any point—if you’ve ever noticed a constant stinging sensation, you may have dealt with this. However, it isn’t just about temporary discomfort. Dry eye syndrome compromises the integrity of your tear film, but tears are essential for clear vision. When the tear […]
Dry eyes can be a persistent and uncomfortable condition that affects many people’s day-to-day eye health. Whether caused by environmental factors, prolonged screen time, or underlying health issues, dry eye is an eye condition that often impacts quality of life. While artificial tears and specific medications are commonly recommended as treatments for dry eye, there […]
Eye pain when you blink can be a nuisance, interrupting your daily activities and causing discomfort. A few reasons why your eye might hurt when you blink include: Whether it’s a sharp pain or a dull ache, understanding the causes of eye pain when blinking is crucial for maintaining your eye health. For instance, a […]
When you notice discomfort and visible redness in your eyes, it can be alarming—especially if you don’t know what it is or how to treat it. Pink eye and styes, 2 common eye conditions, can easily be mistaken for one another. Typically, pink eye is identified by inflammation of the whites of the eyes. Styes […]
Our diverse features should be celebrated and appreciated! Not only do these features make us who we are, they provide a function for the daily interaction we have with our environment. Melanin is a natural pigment found in our bodies that influences the appearance of our skin tone and the colour of our eyes. Blue […]
When was the last time you had your eyes checked? Regular eye exams are crucial for maintaining good vision and eye health. These exams can help detect early signs of eye conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Additionally, they can identify other health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure, which can affect […]
For many, the thought of undergoing any surgery—much less surgery on something as sensitive as the eyes—can be daunting. One of the most common questions patients consider for vision correction with laser eye surgery is, “Does it hurt?” Laser eye surgery is usually painless, with mild discomfort during recovery. Understanding laser eye surgery and the […]
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