Dry eye is a common eye condition, especially in arid Southern Alberta. Dry eye is caused by the lack of or poor-quality tears. Symptoms vary from person to person and can change over time. Here are some of the most common dry eye symptoms: Watery eyes Stinging/burning Sandy/gritty/fb sensation Episodes of blurred/fluctuating vision Red eyes/lids […]
What is the recommended age for a child’s first eye exam? According to the Alberta Association of Optometrists, a child’s first eye exam should be between 6-9 months old. The second eye exam should be between the ages of 2-5 years old and every year after that. Children can have annual eye exams from 6 […]
Are your eyes itchy and watery for part of the year? You are not alone! With warmer weather and shorter winters, the allergy season is getting longer. Generally, the early culprits are snow mold and tree pollen in the spring. The summer brings grass pollen and weeds into the mix until the fall. On top […]
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