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My eyes feel very dry after LASIK. Why could this be?

I underwent LASIK surgery 10 days ago. However, since the surgery, although I have recovered well, my eyes feel exceptionally dry. What could be the reason behind this? Are...
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My son is 3 years old and has developed cataract. What should I do?

My son who is 3 years old has developed cataract in his right eye. Although his vision was okay since birth, this condition has caused his eyesight to become blurred. What should...
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What is the cause of dry eyes?

I am 32 years old and I am suffering from sudden dryness of eyes. It causes a lot of itching in my eyes. I am constantly putting my eye drops recommended by my doctor, but the...
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Can diabetes cause reading difficulties?

My mother is 60 years old and is heavily diabetic. She has had both eyes corrected for vision and was reading without any glasses. However, off late she has been finding it difficult...
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What is the safe age for wearing sunglasses?

We are heading for a beach vacation in the summers and I have a 4 year old daughter with me. I am curious to know if it is safe for her to wear sunglasses or does it have to wait...
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Can baby shampoos cause cataract?

I have been using baby shampoos regularly as a way to cleanse my external eyelids and the eyelashes. However, I recently came across an article that said baby shampoos when used...
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Is stopping restasis considered to be dangerous?

I have been continuously using restasis for many years, however i have suddenly had an irritation in my left eye which has caused an increased redness and itching in the eye....
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Does not wearing glasses all the time increase eye power?

I am 24 years old and i have recently been diagnosed with a minor decrease power in both my eyes. The doctor has advised glasses, however i am not yet comfortable wearing them...
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Does ADHD medication lead to astigmatism as a side effect?

My son is 8 years old and has been suffering from autism. He has continuously been on ADHD medications like vyvanse. I just came across a reading which said these medications...
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I want to wear contacts

I would really like to wear contacts, but every time I try it feels like the inside of my left eyelid is being lacerated. What is causing this? Can I ever wear them?
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Is there an age restriction for a refractive surgery?

My daughter is 12 years old and has power glasses. Although she is used to the specs, she does find it irritating sometimes which affects her regularity of using them. I am...
16 Answers

Can i be affected with two types of cataract in the same eye?

I was diagnosed with a cataract 1 year back, which was operated immediately and was a successful surgery. However, three months ago i was having some blurred vision for the same...
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Why are my eyes blood red when I wake up?

I am 23 years old and am into a profession which requires me to stare at the computer screen for long hours. I have recently been noticing waking up everyday to bloodshot eyes...
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Why does my eyesight get worse every year?

I have worn glasses for 10 years. I get my eyes checked every year and each time my eyesight is slightly worse. So my lens prescription changes every year. Could it be an underlying...
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Why are my eyes so sensitive to light?

Whenever I go outside in the daytime, my eyes start watering excessively and they are sometimes hard to keep open. What's wrong with my eyes? Is it an allergy?
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Can eyesight ever get better on its own?

My eyesight has been gradually worsening since I first got glasses (age 16 or so). Why is this happening and can it ever reverse?
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Anything to watch out for when using glaucoma eye drops?

I started using Lumigan drops for glaucoma. Is there anything I should know while using this? Things to avoid eating, etc?
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What is the reason for double vision following an accident?

My husband had a bike accident 3 months back. Although his injuries are healing well, he complains of double vision. What could be the reason behind this? Could it be an internal...
20 Answers

My eyes feel very dry after LASIK. What could be the cause for this?

I underwent a LASIK surgery 10 days back. However, since the surgery although i have recovered well, my eyes feel exceptionally dry. What could be the reason behind this? Are...
13 Answers

Can diabetes cause reading difficulties?

My mother is 60 years old and is heavily diabetic. She has had both eyes corrected for vision and was reading without any glasses. However, off late she has been finding it difficult...
9 Answers

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