For Eyes Optical (Chicago,IL 60614)

• Do I still need eye exam if I have perfect vision?

  Since you are over 40, you'd better have an eye exam every year though you have perfect vision. People who get old have more chance of suffering eye diseases. such as presbyopia, glaucoma and cataract. To keep your eyes healthy, you should have an eye exam at least once a year.

• Does this mean I have astigmatism?

  For people with astigmatism,they can't see both near and distant without squinting.They have difficulty focusing on printed words and lines.Sometimes they may have eye strain or headaches.For your case,I think it is not astigmatism.It is common if you stare at something for a long time.

• Which contact lens should I use for Astigmatism?

  I know that toric lenses have two powers that can used for astigmatism and myopia or hyperopia. Since you only have astigmatism, a spherical soft lens will suit you fine.

• Where can I get colored contacts for astigmatism?

  You can get it from many online stores,such as 1800contacts or visiondirect.You just need to search colored contacts online and you may find they provide colored contacts specially made for astigmatism.

• I see a dark spot at the bottom of my vision?

  The dark spot may be blood in the eye. The urgent thing is to see a doctor to find out the problem.

• I have blurry vision after being punched?

  A punching in the eye can cause serious damage.It may be retinal detachments or bleeding.It is not late to have an exam to determine what the problem is.Just go to your doctor and have an exam.

• Am I having an eye infection or pink eye?

  If people around you are having pink eyes and you get in touch with something they have used,it is possibly you are having pink eye.You'd better visit your doctor and have a check.

• Which light can cause damage to your eyes more easily, fluorescent lights or incandescent lights?

  Lights should not be too light or dim,otherwise they can cause eye strain easily.The incandescent lights are better for your eyes.

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