Glaucoma is known as the “silent eye disease” because progression of the disease slowly steals peripheral vision. In many cases, people do not realize the effects of the condition until a … [Read more...]
Can Herpes Affect the Eyes?
Type 1 herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a common condition that can cause cold sores around the mouth and lips, and can also lead to infection of the eye. Usually, when HSV1 infects the ocular … [Read more...]
Flashes and Floaters and Vitreous Detachments
Floaters or flashes of light in your vision can be an alarming, nerve-wracking, or downright annoying. These disturbances may appear to be in front of your eye and in your field of vision, but … [Read more...]
Understanding Ocular Migraines
Have you ever experienced short-lived but alarming visual disturbances? Perhaps you’ve noticed strange blind spots in your vision, shimmer lights or bursts of colors. These visual … [Read more...]
Color Blindness: It’s Not All Black and White
What’s commonly known as “color blindness” is a hereditary condition that affects the way colors are perceived. Contrary to what the name suggests, people affected by color blindness can still … [Read more...]
Corneal Abrasion: How to Deal with a Scratched Eye
Eye injuries such as a corneal abrasion are scary, but are much more common than you may think. Injuries to the front of the eye can happen several different ways; scratches to the front … [Read more...]
Beyond Glasses: What is Myopia Control?
The worldwide prevalence of myopia, also known as nearsightedness, has been increasing at an alarming rate. Not only are more people impacted by this vision disorder, but the degree of … [Read more...]
Neal Eye Group Has Top Notch Eye Care Technology
Innovations in eye care technology have allowed optometrists to provide patients with a more comprehensive and accurate examination. At Neal Eye Group, we are proud to offer thorough exams with … [Read more...]
Amblyopia and Lazy Eye are Preventable
Childhood is an important time for growth and physical development. The eyes and the visual system are no exception during this critical developmental period. Children need to get their … [Read more...]
Don’t be Fooled by Online Eye Exams
In today’s fast-paced society, accessibility and convenience are key: groceries can be delivered right to your door, bills can be easily paid online… even eye exams can be done online from the … [Read more...]
