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Some eyeglasses incorporate varying strengths throughout the entire lens. Examples include the popular bifocal lenses. Others include the trifocal lenses and the single-vision lenses, which usually have one power over the whole lens. So, which one should you choose? What if you need more than one of these?
High blood sugar levels cause diabetic retinopathy. They can damage the blood vessels in the retina. Over time, the blood vessels may swell and start leaking fluid or become blocked. As a result, it can cause the growth of new retina blood vessels. These are fragile and can easily bleed. It can further damage the retina.
There are glasses for all types of people with different lifestyles, face shapes, and preferences. You can indeed get a pair that does not flatter your looks. As more designers enter the market with newer designs, glasses have become a fashion accessory.
Everyone’s eyes have felt dry at some point. While passing moments of dry eye may not really spell trouble, the long-lasting version is another story. Dry eye symptoms may be never-ending, recurrent, and severe.
Allergies are common, and they affect millions of people worldwide. They come in two forms: seasonal allergies and perennial allergies. Seasonal allergies are common in certain seasons, mainly spring, while perennial allergies occur all year round.
Spring, with its budding trees and warmer weather is in effect. Which means so many people may be experiencing their annual springtime allergies. It's unfortunate that COVID hit at the same exact time as allergy season started.
Keep an eye out on the pollen count. Check the pollen count for wherever you're headed. Plan ahead so you can be prepared. If high pollen counts are forecasted, start taking allergy medications before you symptoms start.