by Valley Eyecare Center | Jul 27, 2022 | Eye Conditions, Eye Health
An eye disease could hit at any time. Some issues come with age and others are caused by trauma and serious health conditions. Some eye diseases are minor and treatable, but others can’t be cured. If detected and treated early, vision loss can be prevented or slowed....
by Valley Eyecare Center | Jun 22, 2022 | Eye Health
Smoking has long been known to cause adverse health effects such as lung cancer, respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular disease, but many people do not know that it can also have a major effect on eye health and vision. Smoking increases the risk of eye diseases and...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Jun 1, 2022 | Eye Care Tips, Eye Exams, Eye Health
The health of your eyes is critical to your overall health and quality of life. While some eye diseases can’t be entirely prevented, basic eye care practices can help ward off problems and help you maintain healthy eyes well into your golden years. It’s never too late...
by Valley Eyecare Center | May 25, 2022 | Eye Health, Eye Safety, Fungal Keratitis
Fungal keratitis is a potentially blinding infection of the cornea, the clear, dome-shaped part that covers the colored part of the eye and focuses light into your eye. Also known as fungal corneal ulcer, this eye condition can develop quickly from an eye injury or...
by Valley Eyecare Center | May 18, 2022 | Eye Exams, Eye Health, High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is a risk factor for more than heart and kidney problems. Suffering from poorly controlled or untreated high blood pressure (hypertension) for a long period can affect your eye health and cause eye diseases. Hypertension-Induced Eye Problems...
by Valley Eyecare Center | May 11, 2022 | Eye Exams, Eye Health
The benefits of an annual exam go well beyond keeping your eyes healthy and in working order. A close inspection of all structures of the eye can reveal a number of systemic disorders, even before you experience any symptoms. Here are some hidden health problems eye...
