Some common conditions that can be misdiagnosed as pink eye include:
Dry eye
Blepharitis
Uveitis
Cornea injuries
Eye allergies
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What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?
How Long Between Cataract Surgery on Each Eye?
Cataract surgery is a quick and safe procedure designed to restore your vision. The surgery normally takes about 30 minutes. However, if you need surgery on both eyes, you’ll need to wait about 6–8 weeks between procedures. […]
Can an Eye Exam Detect Diabetes?
Did you know your eyes can reveal more about your health than just how well you see? During a routine eye exam, an optometrist can often detect early signs of diabetes, sometimes even before symptoms arise. By examining the tiny blood vessels in your retina, your optometrist can look for changes linked to high blood […]
Children and Myopia Control
Today, Myopia presents itself at an earlier age in more children than in the past. Studies have shown that part of the increase in nearsightedness is because more people are doing work up close; this isn’t just a computer and increased screen time, though–reading for long periods can also impact your eyes. There are four […]
Children’s Vision Protocol
Children constantly grow and change. Their clothes become too small, their shoes become too tight, and their skills become more advanced. Although for parents, these stepping stones may happen too fast, it’s a part of life. It is important to get your children’s vision regularly checked to keep up with this constant activity throughout their […]
Are You Overexposed to Blue Light?
Blue light is the type of light with the shortest wavelength and highest energy. It’s everywhere! Although many people associate blue light with technology, the sun is the primary source of these rays. Many human-made devices also emit blue light, and in recent years, the time individuals are spending on these devices has increased dramatically. […]
Five Types of Eyewear Everyone Needs!
Your day-to-day tasks change, so the glasses you need will vary. Below are five types of eyewear everyone needs! Computer Eyewear The average person spends about eight hours looking at their computer a day, and this often results in tired and strained eyes. Computer eyewear helps alleviate the eye strain that is associated with staring […]
The Basics of LASIK
If you live an active lifestyle, wearing prescription glasses or contacts can, at times, feel like a nuisance. But you can’t go without them, right? Not necessarily. It’s time you learned about the benefits of LASIK! The benefits of LASIK As the most commonly performed laser eye surgery, LASIK reshapes your cornea to allow light […]
5 Reasons Eye Exams Are Important
Your eyes allow you to interact with the world around you every day and are a vital part of your daily life. By taking care of your eyes today, you are ensuring you will see your best for years to come. Let’s take a closer look at five reasons why routine eye exams are so […]
Contact Lenses for Hard-to-Fit Eyes
If you have astigmatism, dry eyes, or keratoconus, you may have a harder time finding contact lenses work for you. Specialty contact lenses may be the answer. Specialty contact lenses for keratoconus This condition occurs when your cornea thins and forms into a cone-like shape, causing your vision to become distorted and your eyes more […]
