Age-Related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye condition that is quite common in older Americans, and even some residents of Paducah, KY. AMD slowly damages your central and color vision. Symptoms and signs of this condition can be subtle at first, and they may not seem alarming. However, your optometrist can sport changes in your eyes before you notice any vision problems. What Happens if you Discover You Have Age-Related Macular Degeneration? AMB affects the macula which is the [...]
Does gender have a role to play in your vision capabilities? According to a recent study, the answer is yes. It is proven that women do see differently then men, but not in the way that you might think. After some testing it was discovered that women are better at distinguishing the differences between colors. Men however are better at tracking fast-moving objects and resolving detail at a distance. This however shows one truth for residents of Paudcah, KY- men and women still don’t see [...]
Your eyes are one of the most important organs in the body. We only have two of them, so are you doing what you can to protect them? If you’re not sure what to do to make sure that you have been doing the right steps or can start doing the right steps continue reading on! You’ll be shocked to read the simple things that you can do to make sure that your vision is well taken care of. When Was the Last Time You Went to the Optomotrist? On your list of yearly appointments, make sure [...]
Vision is crucial for all aspects of a Paducah, KY athletes perception and sports ability. If you do not have good vision, it will be more difficult to score a goal, hit a ball, or even make a basket. Why Good Vision Is Important for Athletes It is difficult to really determine who has the ball or how far away the golf hole is if your vision is blurry. Although some athletes can be born with perfect 20/20 vision, many find it difficult to see due to minor refractive errors such as [...]
One of the most popular options today for vision correction is contact lenses, next to LASIK of course. It is because a contact lens is easy to use, safe, and can even come in a variety of colors for those who want to change up their look. However, even though they are easy to use, they can still be harmful if you do not take proper care of them. Eye infections are easier to get if they neglect properly caring for your contact lenses. We will discuss what can cause these eye [...]
Have you noticed that the glasses that you have been wearing for quite some time, are starting to not help you see as great as they once did? Or, are you noticing for the first time, that things that you could read clearly before, are starting to become blurry for the first time ever? This is a sign that it is time to sign up for your next eye exam! Our team at Brush Optical is ready for you to make your next appointment with us as soon as possible! Once you do, there are a couple of things [...]
Are you older than 40 and your vision isn’t as good as it used to be? Don’t worry this happens to the best of us. As we age our eyes change, inevitably developing a new error known as presbyopia. Presbyopia is an error in vision that limits our ability to see things up close. A sign that you have developed this is if you’ve been needing to hold your book at arm’s length or increase the text size on your phone. A trip to your local Paducah, KY Optometrist can help you confirm your [...]
Everywhere you go, people are staring at screens all day. From smartphones to computers, we are in a fully digitalized world. The constant viewing of these screens causes stress on your eyes and can cause a condition called “digital eyestrain” (DES) or “computer vision syndrome” (CVS). Some symptoms of this can include eye twitching, red eyes, shoulder and neck pain, headaches, blurred vision, dry eyes, and eye fatigue. Start to Exercise your Eyes A possible cause of computer [...]
Sunglasses are not just for looking fashionable or stylish. They are actually used to prevent the sun’s UV rays from creating damage to your eyes. The sun can cause a ton of damage to your eyes not only on the front but also in the middle and especially the back of the eyes. Suns UV Rays and Permanent Damage UV damage on the eyes can start out as something called a benign pinguecula. Pinguecula is a small amount of yellowing and thickening of the skin over the whites of your eyes. [...]
Smoking doesn’t do it. This phrase was something that we were taught, and it is a valuable lesson. Smoking not only affects your lungs but also harms your eyes. Most people are unaware of the effects that smoking has on vision, and we are here to tell you all about it. Eye Disease and Smoking Most people are fully aware of some of the impacts that smoking has on the body. From Lung cancer, bad teeth, and even heart disease, smoking can really do some damage. However, it can cause [...]
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