by Eye Contact | Aug 2, 2021 | Eye Disease
Syphilis is an infectious disease that affects several parts of the body and can remain in the body for years if not treated appropriately. Syphilis Infections Syphilis is caused by a bacteria known as Treponema pallidum which is only transmitted by humans....
by Eye Contact | Jul 19, 2021 | Contact Lenses
Scleral contacts are a specific type of contact lenses that are designed to sit on the white part of the eye, the sclera, rather than the cornea. How do Scleral Lenses Fit? To provide good comfort, scleral contacts do not come into contact with the sensitive...
by Eye Contact | Jul 5, 2021 | General, Vision
How Allergies Affect the Body Allergies occur when your body’s immune system overreacts to something in your environment. Whether the allergy is to peanuts, pollen, or types of metals, the reaction can cause several symptoms throughout the body. Common symptoms...
by Eye Contact | Jun 21, 2021 | General, Vision
Your annual comprehensive eye exam is a vital component to maintaining your overall health – well beyond just your vision. At your exam, your optometrist will perform several screening tests for underlying health concerns. Some of the conditions which may first be...
by Eye Contact | Jun 7, 2021 | Pediatric, Vision
Amblyopia is a condition in which one eye cannot see better than 20/30 even with glasses or contacts and the reduced vision is not due to another disease within the eye. This condition is commonly called “lazy eye”. Amblyopia primarily affects children...
