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Coronavirus, Pink Eye and More: What to Know About Conjunctivitis
The conjunctiva is a thin, transparent membrane that covers the white portion of the eye. This membrane can become infected or inflamed and result in a condition called conjunctivitis, more commonly known as “pink eye.” Conjunctivitis has several different causes,...
Progressive Lenses and No Line Bifocals for Presbyopia
Due to a condition known as presbyopia, most middle-aged adults rely on some form of reading prescription to help them see clearly up close. There are many options to help provide clear near vision for those affected by presbyopia, though many of them have drawbacks....
What Happens During an Eye Exam?
Having an annual eye exam is an important part of maintaining good health. At Wilmington Family Eye Care, we know your vision and the health of your eyes is important to you, which is why we pride ourselves in providing comprehensive vision exams and ocular health...
Contact Lenses for Presbyopia
Presbyopia is the natural development of farsightedness that begins to occur in your mid to late 40’s. As we grow older, the focusing system of our eye becomes weaker and less flexible, and close objects will appear blurry without the help of a reading prescription. ...
Protect Your Children from Lazy Eye and Amblyopia
Amblyopia is a condition that arises during visual development that can negatively and permanently affect vision. It is commonly referred to as a “lazy eye,” and causes reduced vision in one eye that cannot be corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. It...
Eyelids, Eyelashes, and Eye Health
Our eyelids protect our eyes, help produce part of our tear film, and play an important role in the overall health of our eyes. When they are not properly cared for, the eyelids and eyelashes can end up causing problems, from dry eye disease, to swollen flaky lids,...
Understanding the Vitreous of the Eye
Inside of everybody’s eye, there is a gel-like substance that provides the eye with protection and nutrients. This “gel” is called the vitreous, and is responsible for giving the eye its sturdy shape. Throughout life, normal age-related changes occur within the...
Are Contact Lenses Safe for Kids?
Contact lenses are a very popular option for visual correction. Many people choose contact lenses over traditional glasses because of the comfort, clear vision, and cosmetic benefit they offer. With these benefits in mind, many parents and children have questions...
High Blood Pressure and Your Eyes
High blood pressure is one of the most common medical conditions among adults in the United States. More than one-fourth of American adults are being treated for this condition, and the risks for serious medical problems due to high blood pressure are high. Heart...
Headaches and Eyestrain
It is not uncommon to experience headaches after completing visually demanding activities, such as extended reading, discriminating very fine print, or reading in low light conditions. There are a few vision and eye related conditions that can cause these headaches,...
How to Choose the Right Pair of Glasses
There are so many factors to consider when trying to choose new glasses: What frame best fits my face? How do I know what type of lenses to choose? Does it matter where I buy my glasses? These are only a few of the many questions that can make the process an...
A Closer Look at Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a progressive eye disease in which the optic nerve, which carries information from the eye to the brain, is slowly damaged. When damage to the optic nerve occurs, it results in permanent and irreversible vision loss. However, this vision loss occurs...