The following is a list of symptoms which are commonly confused with eye allergy. Dry eye This condition results from reduced tear production and is frequently confused with allergy. The main symptoms are usually burning, grittiness, or the sensation of “something in the eye.” Dry eye usually occurs in people over 65 years of age [...]

Most people with eye allergies treat themselves and do so quite effectively with OTC products. If these remedies are not working or if there is eye pain, extreme redness, or heavy discharge, you should seek medical advice. Some conditions, for example, are serious with potential sight-threatening complications if required treatment is delayed. Moistening the eyes [...]

Comparted to some allergic reactions, most allergic eye conditions are more irritating than dangerous. However, some can result in permanent damage to the eye, for example allergic or vernal keratoconjunctivitis could result in scarring of the cornea and visual problems. Most allergic reactions are dry and itchy eyes. Some of the ways to treat eye [...]

A muscle twitch (technical name fasciculation) is a small, local, involuntary muscle contraction visible under the skins. Muscle twitches can have a variety of causes. One of the most common effects of magnesium deficiency is muscle twitching. Magnesium is an essential mineral for the human body. It is even known as the “relaxing mineral” because [...]

PRK is used to correct or reduce myopia (shortsightedness or nearsightedness), hyperopia (longsightedness or farsightedness), and astigmatism. The PRK procedure flattens part or all of the cornea which in turn allow focal point of light to focus more closely on the retina. PRK differs from Lasik in that it does not create a permanent flap [...]

Lasik stands for laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, and is a surgical procedure used to “cure” shortsightedness, longsightedness, or astigmatism. “Keratomileusis” is the carving of the cornea in order to reshape it. Lasik Permanently changes the shape of the cornea using a special lazer called an eximer lazer. As the laser reshapes the cornea, it changes [...]

Eyebright is a native European plant and is common throughout Britain. It is a semi-parasitic plant which feeds off grass and other plants by attaching suckers to the roots and drawing out the nutrients it requires. The herb’s French name loosely translates to ‘throw away your glasses’, giving testament to its reputation as a cure [...]