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Polarized glasses are used for sun protection?

Polarized glasses can protect our eyes from the harsh glares from the sun, but if you mean whether they can protect the harmful UV rays from the sun. I think if they are coated with the UV blocking coatings, they can protect our eyes from the harmful rays. But I think usually the polarized sunglasses have this kind of coatings so they can protect your eyes from the sun.

Why does the outer corner of my eye keep watering?

It's probably because of the dry weather. When your eyes are dry the tears don't coat your eyes but instead "break apart." I use Refresh lubricant eye drops. They are made by the same company that makes Restasis which is a prescription. Also, if you have any kind of rhinitis or sinus infection/inflammation that can effect the way your tear ducts work.If you decide to use drops, lubricant or otherwise, make sure to buy the individual vials not the single bottle because of the bacteria build up. And if you want to make your eyes feel good while using the drops, store them in the fridge.

Are strawberries good for your eyes？

Yes, eating moderate amount of strawberries can be good for your eyes. There are many vitamins and microelements contained in the strawberries, which is very favorable for the health of the eyes. For example, the calcium, ferrum and phosphorus can help compose the prooteins for the eyes. In addition, the carotene in the strawberries is an important matter that helps compose vitamin A which can prevent dry cornea and night blindness. The vitamin C and vitamin E contained in the strawberries can remove the oxygen radicals in the eyes so as to prevent people from getting cataracts. But you should not eat too much, in case of getting inflamed because ther are much sugar in the strawberries, too.

Should professional tennis players wear sunglasses when playing tennis?

Professional players would think it impares their vision. But a lot of amatures wear them. It's just a matter of getting used to them. I like them because your opponents can't see where you are looking. Especially in doubles.

How long does it take to recover from strabismus surgery?

Usually, people with strabismus surgery can expected their eyes be in a good position after the surgery. But it said that you shouldn't expected it will change too much. And the eyes will slightly with healing over 2-3 weeks. Anyway, you'd better ask your doctor how long it will spend for you to recovery.

Can i still go to school with an eye infection?

It depends on your situation, if it's really serious, you'd better not go to school. Once eyes get infection, they can easily get serious when people over use their eyes. So stay at home, relax, then you can recover soon. By the way, it wouldn't that harmful, if you go to school. But you should be careful, do not get your classmates get infected. No matter what, you need to keep your eyes clean, then use eye drops to facilitate your recovery.

Where to buy sunglasses like bono?

Well, as you can see, Bono sunglasses are quite famous around the world. And generally speaking, they are sold in some large shopping centers and exclusive stores in some large cities. But in order to save money,people try to buy them through the Internet. However some sellers sell fake ones on the Internet. So I recommend that you buy them personally in the stores. Usually you cannot find fake ones there. You can know where to buy if you make contact with its customer service department. Hope you find your favorite sunglasses.

What does color blind test for children consist of?

It includes different colored dots with numbers hidden inside for elder children. For the younger children, simple objects, such as circles, triangles and squares, hidden in the dots. For color-blind children, it’s really not easy for them to recognize the numbers or objects hidden inside the dots as well as distinguishes red, orange, yellow and green.

Can wrap around sunglasses be made with prescription lenses?

Yes. I have saw some sites online signs that they made prescription wraparound sunglasses. But, this is not for sure, but depends on your prescription. If you have mild prescription, prescription wraparound sunglasses are available. But if you have high prescription (usually over -/+5.0 SPH), you are not recommended prescription wraparound sunglasses. If so, you may have to try clip on sunglasses or fitover sunglasses if you want to get clear vision as well as eye protection from UV rays.

Can eye problems cause dizziness and headaches?

Eye problems may lead to dizziness and headaches and neurological disorder such as a stroke may lead to dizziness and headaches too. I think the first thing you may need to do is to have a correct diagnosis. There are many possibilities in getting dizziness and headaches. If you are suffering from great pressure and anxiety at this moment, you may suffer from dizziness and headaches. Hope you good luck!