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How does an eye doctor check for double visions?

An eye doctor will use some tests, like a cover test, visual acuity test, vergence test, and suppression test to check whether you have double visions. Actually it's not so exactly, they will combine with what you say to tell whether you have double vision .

Where can I test if my sunglasses offers 100% UV protection?

When you go to buy sunglasses, you will see a label saying "100% UV protection" on the sunglasses. As long as the sunglasses have this kind of label, it indicates that they can provide 100% UV protection. Generally speaking, all the sunglasses should have full UV protection, even they are the cheapest sunglasses.

Can dry eye cause facial pain?

Yes, it is normal. When you suffer from dry eyes syndrome, your vision when be blurred. The pain or discomfort may be extended to your face, your neck or the entire head from your eyes. Because when you have dry eyes, your ciliary muscle has to work extremely intensely to see clearly and less relaxation and rest. The treatment for dry eyes: 1.artificial Tears Eye Drops 2.SmartPlug impant surgery 3.hot compress 4.acupuncture 5.special prescription glasses 6.blink more

Can contacts change the shape of my eye?

Ok, from what I know, wearing contact lenses would not change the shape of your eyes if you use them properly. On the contrary, some people try to wear eyeglasses for a long time and they tend to have a pair of changed eyes, which is ugly, and contact lenses could better in this case. However, contact lenses would add some health risks to your eyes because they might lead to some infections if not kept properly.

Can you get a stye from crying?

No, the swollen eyes after the crying are not the stye. The stye is the acute suppurative inflammation caused by the staphylococcus infection in blepharitis gland and meibomian gland. However, one of the symptoms of getting stye is crying continuously, with no control by the tear gland system. If you get such symptom, you'd better go to see the doctor.

Why do my eyes burn when i read?

There can be at least three reasons for your eye-burning when you are reading: First, the overuse of eyes leading to asthenopia (visual fatigue); Second, xerophthalmia (dry eye syndrome); third, exophoria. Asthenopia is caused by a series of complex and various problems of which the continuous use of eyes without any rest or with very little rest of eyes is the main reason. You should often take some rest when have read for half an hour or so. Also too weak illumination or too small words printed on the book are also the reasons to cause eye fatigue. Make sure your reading environment is comfortable with good illumination. Xerophthalmia is caused by too little tears created by the eyes leading to syndrome of dry eyes. If serious, you had better go to the doctor's for an examination and take some medicine. Last but not least, take some foods which are good for your eyes as your everyday diet, such as blueberry, carrots and some other foods rich in carotene and vitamin A.

What causes vision problems in children?

I think your children may get some vision problems. Maybe the TV is the cause of his vision problem. There are many kinds of vision problems such as myopia, hyperopia, strabismus and amblyopia. Vision problems such as amblyopia has no warning signs, it can be checked by the eye doctor. So take your child to do regular vision checks is very important.

Can too much progesterone cause dry eyes?

Intaking too much progesterone pills can result in the change in the size and tenderness of the breasts and the menstrual cycle of a woman. It can also affect the digestive system of a woman, causing nausea, heartburn, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. Mood is liable to change into depression, too. Women would undergo sleeping disorders and weight gain due to the excessive consumption of progesterone pills. In addition, the side effects can include dizziness, faintness, chest pain, blurred vision, double vision, dilated eyes, tingling or numbness in the hands and feet, vaginal bleeding, rapid heartbeat, headache, constipation, difficulty in breathing, uncontrollable shaking, swelling or pain in the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet or ankles.

Do Acuvue bifocal contacts work well?

Acuvue bifocal contact lenses are new development. Aside from vision aids like regular contact lenses, the lenses can provide high UV protection. It is said that the lenses can prevent 82 percent of UVA and up to 97 perfect of UVB rays. Besides, with its hydrogel material, Acuvue bifocal contact lenses makes 88 percent of oxygen to eyes to increase comfort. What's more, it is very easy to wear them.

Can I use bike goggles for basketball?

They are designed for different purposes. Bike goggles are used to prevent wind and other particles getting into eyes. Its design is similar to sunglasses. They are not as strong as basketball goggles because basketball goggles have a strap which can prevent the goggles falling down. What's more, basketball goggles are impact resistant. So you'd better not use bike goggles for basketball.