Ellen Schnur, MD

Does anyone now tips for good eye health?

Yes, eye care is always better than eye disease cure, since the eye is very delicate and essential for sighted individuals. Most people rely on their eyes in perceiving the outside world. The precious eyes usually need good care. A simple task is to have regular eye checkups from an eye care practitioner. Many eye problems such as macular degeneration can be detected during a regular examination. This article firstly states the importance of eye protection during daily life and secondly introduces the significance of taking beneficial nutrients for eye health.

how old were you when you required seperate reading glasses from your other glasses?

generally people will need reading glasses when they are aroung 40s . I don’t need them now but my parents do as they can't see the small texts printed on packages clearly now . They are in their 50s and had good vision when they were young .

How to cure dry eye after corneal transplant?

All right, I can understand how you feel and your problem, because it is one of the most dangerous surgeries related eyes, and generally speaking it would give rise to a lot of side effects, which means that you have to take good care of your eyes afterwards. Now, both you and I cannot decide what you to, only the doctor who gave you the operation could figure out some ways to help with you.

Can I improve my vision by looking at an eye chart every day?

No. Looking at an eye chart won't improve your vision. You should wear corrected lenses to help you see better. Or you can get lasik surgery when your vision has stabilized. To maintain your eyesight, you should not overuse your eyes and make them tired.

Will increasing amount of prism help with double vision?

Regarding to your problem, firstly, you need to make sure that the causes of your double vision. If you really need prism to help with your double vision, then you can go to your eye doctor's to seek advise. Because one diopter of prism is equal to the prism required to divert a ray of light 1 cm from its original path, measured at a distance of 1 m from the prism. As important as the amount of prism, is the direction of prism. The prism must displace viewed objects in the proper direction to achieve the desired visual correction. Prism direction can be specified in two ways, either using the prescriber's method or the 360 method. So you'd better to ask for advice from your eye doctor.

Where can i get nerd glasses like hathaway's?

It is the big and black nerd eyeglasses that hathaway wears. If you want to buy such similar type, you could go to the online stores to have a search. There are many such types of eyeglasses this year because they are the popular types. The online store will provide the relative suitable price. And the quality there is just as good as those in the real stores.

Why is polycarbonate used for protective glasses?

Polycarbonate is a strong materials that used in many applications. This materials are great flexibility and strength. Besides, the material can also prevent UV rays. While protective glasses are require impact-resistant, UV protection so as to shield eyes in a certain conditions. So, polycarbonate is the idea for making protective glasses. If you look for durable, unbreakable protective glasses, you shall buy protective glasses made of polycarbonate.

Why do my eyes cross when i sleep ?

This phenomenon is quite normal and you need not worry about it. Some people even sleep with their eyes open or looking up. This will not cause harm to your eye heath. But the crossed-eye when you are sleeping can be associated with headache. If the crossed-eye happens along with the headache, you should take it seriously. But drugs should be avoided, for they may cause side effect. Instead, you should see your doctor or an optometrist for advice. When you have eyestrain, your eyes can also cross when you are sleeping. The eyestrain is the result the overuse of the eyes, for example staring at computer screen or driving for a long time. So, you should have a good rest and your eyes will soon recover.

Why do my eyes get crusty when i wake up in the morning?

I don't know whether there are some relations with the wine while I know that blepharitis commonly causes red, crusty eyelids. Blepharitis is a common eyelid inflammation. Sometimes it is associated with a bacterial eye infection. If you have blepharitis, your symptoms are probably most noticeable upon awakening in the morning. You can consult you doctors for more information.

What can cause puffy eyes in children?

In children, the causes of puffy eyes are allergies, trauma to eyes and neurological disorders. Among these causes, the most cause is allergies. So if you want to help your children treat puffy eyes, firstly, you should see a doctor to figure out what causes of puffy eyes in your children. Second, ask your children to take some medications such as antihistamines and medicated eye drops following the instruction of the doctor. And you can buy protective glasses for your children to avoid trauma to their eyes.