Category: Eye Health

Plenty of eye conditions and diseases can affect different parts of the eyes. They’re complex organs and vulnerable to different problems over the years. One common problem is a condition called “age-related macular degeneration,” a condition that affects part of the retina. Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, damages the macula. This is the part of…

Eye strain has become a common concern for many as we live and work closely with screens. Spending prolonged hours in front of digital devices can increase your risk of eye-related discomfort and fatigue. An eye condition, such as dry eye or an untreated vision problem, can also cause eye strain or worsen eye strain…

Many patients aren’t aware that diabetes can significantly affect their vision. High blood sugar can lead to vision-threatening conditions and increase the risk of eye diseases like glaucoma. The damage caused by these conditions is typically permanent.  While damage to your sight and eye health cannot be reversed, you can protect your vision for the…

Your optometrist is an integral part of taking care of your eye health and vision as you age and providing treatment for a variety of eye diseases. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a condition your optometrist can diagnose and help you manage. AMD can be diagnosed during a visit to your optometrist for an eye…

Your optometrist can play a key role in diagnosing and treating glaucoma.  Glaucoma refers to a group of eye diseases that can cause damage to your optic nerve and cause permanent vision loss.  Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it often progresses slowly and without symptoms until significant vision loss has…

If you have dry eyes, you may wonder what causes them. You may be surprised to learn that eyelid hygiene can influence dry eye development. Keeping your eyelids clean can help improve dry eye symptoms, and don’t worry—your optometrist can help.  You can clean your eyelids yourself with eyelid wipes or a clean washcloth and…

Caring for your eyes is an important part of your overall health. Part of your health and care for your vision is to have regular eye exams. When your vision changes and you need a new or different prescription, they are only valid for 1 to 2 years.  When you receive a prescription from your…

Laser eye surgeries, such as LASIK, PRK, and SMILE, are commonly performed vision correction procedures used to help patients correct refractive issues with their vision.  The surgery is often performed using numbing agents to minimize discomfort. When you visit Broadway Eyecare, our team of experienced optometrists will happily walk you through the before and after…

Prescription Eye Drops Compared to OTC Eye drops can be a convenient treatment tool for various eye problems, from dry eye to myopia control. Patients can also try many over-the-counter options to relieve allergies or eye irritation symptoms temporarily. But are over-the-counter eye drops safe? Are prescription eye drops more effective than common brands like…

Reading with Vision Problems Glasses are a practical, convenient tool for improving vision. For example, prescription lenses can improve distance vision for driving or watching movies. Likewise, reading glasses can provide clearer near vision for reading and writing. But what happens when you can’t read even with your corrective lenses? Reading problems have many potential…