Thomas Tayeri, MD

How can I care my swimming goggles?

Before you start to swim, you can dip your googles under the water to prevent them fogging up. To take good care of your goggles, you shouldn't rub the inside of your lenses, or they will be scratched and then affect your eyes to focus.

Is it possible to fix broken eyeglasses frames made of acetate?

You can't really. At least not in any meaningful way, that is, in a way that will make them last. I work in optical retail and get that question asked twice a day. Glue will not hold and might damage the lenses. Some stores might offer to repair them using a stapler type clip, but again, it doesn't last. Time for new glasses.

Are sweet potatoes good for eyes?

Yes, sweet potatoes are good for eyes. Because sweet potatoes are also rich in vitamin A, beta carotene, potassium and fiber, just like carrots. And these nutrients are beneficial to your eyes. Besides, the Dark leafy green vegetables contain lutein and xeaxanthin, pigments that protect the eyes from harmful blue light which can lead to macular degeneration. They also contain beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, zinc and fiber, which are all necessary for good eye health. So in daily life, you should pay more attention to these foods, so that they can protect your eyes.

Why are my eye swollen when i wake up?

Have you drunk last night? If you did, your swollen eyes may cause by alcohol use. We know that alcohol and tobacco that contain toxins may lead to fatigue, stress, and hormonal changes. They will lead to fluid retention and swelling around our eyes. If you have taken in excess salt, it can encourage fluid retention and may lead to swollen eye too. Oversleeping or interrupted sleep cycles can cause swollen eye. Some of them do really make the symptom prominent.

Should I worry about my wavy blood vessel?

As long as you have your eyes checked regularly, there is no need to worry about it. If there is something wrong with your eyes, the doctor will take measures to treat it. So don't worry.

Can food allergies cause itchy eyes?

Yes, it can. First of all, an allergy is an abnormal reflection of human organs to certain medicine or foreign stimulations. In general, it means that some organs of your people are highly sensitive to some substance so that these organs will generate abnormal stress response to resist. As allergic could happen to any organs, eyes could also suffer food allergies too. The most typical allergic reaction of eyes is allergic conjunctivitis. The symptom is itchy eyes in most cases. Allergy is not curable. It can be prevented and treated. Use anti-allergic eye-drops before allergy happens. Use resolution of 3% boric acid to wash your eyes when it itches. The most effective method is keeping you away from allergens.

Is it safe to use the yearly contact lenses?

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Will boxing cause retinal detachment?

As we all know that boxing is a kind of combat spot in which two people are punching at each other. It is easy for one people to be punched. So boxers are more prone to having retinal detachments. Head trauma can shake the retina loose and cause it to tear.

What are the signs for glaucoma?

My mother just had a glaucoma surgery.The signs for her are can't see things clearly suddenly, always feel sick and have a pain in the headache.

Are expensive sunglasses worth it in sports?

It is unnecessary to buy expensive sunglasses.As long as the sunglasses can protect you from the UV rays,you can also buy them less expensive.Make sure you get the correct prescription for your sunglasses.And the polarized lenses are better when used for sports because they can reduce the glare and help you see more clearly.