Ocular allergies, the joys of having occasional or chronic red, itchy, burning, and/or watery eyes are one of the caveats of having year-round warm weather in Tennessee, a.k.a. a perpetual allergy season. Many patients with ocular allergies may have accompanying sinus and nasal congestion. Pollen and mold are the main culprits, but some patients also… Continue reading High Alert: Ocular Allergies
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How Dry Eye Syndrome affects Vision
While some with dry eye merely note an occasional irritation that can be relieved with blinking, others can have such severe dry eye syndrome that their eyes may frequently burn and sting, or worst, they may experience chronic eye pain. Other symptoms of dry eye can include red itchy and/or watery eyes. Yet still, some… Continue reading How Dry Eye Syndrome affects Vision
Foods for Good Eye Health – A 2016 New Year’s Resolution
Today we will be featuring a guest blog post from our on staff nutritionist Vanessa. Welcome 2016! Many people at this time of year are making resolutions to eat more heart healthy. Are you one of them? The good news is that the same diet which is low in fat and rich in fruits, vegetables, and… Continue reading Foods for Good Eye Health – A 2016 New Year’s Resolution