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Do you have to wear glasses all the time if you have astigmatism

You can get contacts. I've been wearing RGP (hard) contact lenses for 2 years now. I couldn't stand the weight in the soft contacts, or having to wear glasses all the time. They're pretty uncomfortable for 2 weeks but I'm so happy I made the switch.

Are there home remedies for an eye ulcer?

Well, generally speaking, as we know that a corneal ulcer can be caused if the clear coating and cornea has been rubbed or irritated. In this way, it will also lead to a small tear or cut. So for people who get this disease, it will be painful. In some cases, it can make your eyes infected easily. You should remember that it can be the risk of vision loss. Anyway, just be careful. When you have some symptoms, you should go and see an eye doctor. And the eye drop will be dropped frequently. Also, a cold compress and Ibuprofen can be used to prevent eye pain. But the most essential task is to have an eye test.

How long can a pair of ortho-k lenses be used?

In fact, ortho-k lenses can be used for one year. If they are out of date, the shape will change. Then they can't correct your vision effectively. So you need to replace your ortho-k lenses every year.

Can an optometrist diagnose optic neuritis?

Well, generally speaking, optic neuritis is known as retro-bulbar neuritis and it is a leading cause of vision loss. In common, it can be caused by a variety of processes leading to inflammation and damage to the optic nerve. So in my opinion, you may need to go and see the ophthalmologists who will be specialists, though both optometrists and ophthalmologists can be eye doctors. And actually optic neuritis is related to damage to the optic nerve as a result of increased pressure within the eye. By the way, smoking can just increase the risk of getting optic neuritis. And also, injury to the optic nerve caused by trauma can be the cause too. So just be careful about it.

Can i donate blood if i have pink eye?

Well, in my opinion, it will be fine for you to donate blood even if you have been suffering from pink eyes. And as we know that pink eye is a kind of inflammation in the eyes. And it is mostly caused by allergies, and infection in eyes. Of course, when it occurs, your eyes will be red, itchy, and watery. And some eye discharges can occur too. But on the other hand, it will just be fine to have blood donation, so you do not need to worry about it.

What range of myopia can be treated with Lasik?

Of all myopic people, about 90% have corrections less than -6.00 diopters. The list below shows the categories of severity for myopia. The diopters under -3.00 is mild myopia. Moderate Myopia range from -3.00 to -6.00 diopters. Severe Myopia ranges from -6.00 to -9.00 diopters. Extreme Myopia should be above -9.00 diopters. Almost everyone feels that their myopia is severe, because of how dramatically dependent they are on glasses and contact lenses. However, only one in ten myopic people are actually in the severe and extreme categories. LASIK can correct myopia as high as -16.00 diopters.

Can i drive after strabismus surgery?

Strabismus surgery is surgery on the extraocular muscles to correct the misalignment of the eyes.It's the trird most common eye surgery in the United states.You need to keep your eyes closed for 12 to 24 hours after strabismus surgery. Most people can take usual activities the next day,but if you wonna drive after surgery,ok the time must be two weeks later.I hope that you abide by the ordinary practice and drive at an early date!

Is It ok to touch your eyeball?

Well, of course, it is ok for you to touch your eyeball. For example, when you wear contact lens, you have to touch your eyeball to put on them, and then touch them again to take them off. And that can be fine. But you need to keep your fingers clean, or it will just make your eyes infected. And then, some eye problems may occur because of the dirty fingers. Anyway, just be careful too, when you touch your eyeball.

How to diagnose retinal detachment?

There are some cardinal symptom of retinal detachment, 1. Have photosia of spark. 2. What you see is dim, and metamorphopsia. 3. The vision suddenly blur. 4. Intraocular pressure reducing, and eyeball get soften. if you feel some of them, just see a doctor immediately. if you don't feel that symptom, protect your eyes in daily life, completes the prevention work.

Is there any harm if I use eye-drops for a long time?

Now,it will not. Over-the-counter eye drops can be helpful for people whose eyes are dry, irritated, or red. But it's important to use the right eye drops in the right way to get the relief you seek and to prevent eye infections.All of these drops have a preservative in them that reduces the risk of infection,The most common way people contaminate a bottle of eye drops is by touching the lashes with the dropper tip. The bacteria can get into the bottle, but the preservative will reduce the risk of getting an infection.If you worry about using eye drops over the long term, rest assured that it%u2019s safe %u2014 as long as you follow a few basic rules.Firstly, you need to determine what kind of eye drops you need. Second, learn how to use eye drops. Third, keep an eye on expiration date. Four, know when to call a doctor.