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To keep your eyes in top shape and catch potential issues early, scheduling a comprehensive eye exam with Lafayette Eye Associates is imperative. An ophthalmologist will not only evaluate your vision but also uncover underlying conditions that might affect your eye health such as stress or hypertension. These exams are essential for diagnosing changes in vision Read More

Wearing sunglasses year-round is essential because the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays are a constant threat, regardless of the season. Continuous exposure to UV rays can significantly increase the risk of developing eye conditions such as cataracts, macular degeneration, pterygium and even eye cancer. Therefore, protecting your eyes from UV radiation is necessary throughout the Read More

The connection between eye conditions and mental health is an intriguing and multifaceted area of study. Eye health and mental well-being are intricately linked, with each potentially influencing the other in various ways. Some theories propose that mental health issues and specific eye conditions, such as glaucoma, might have shared underlying causes like circulatory system Read More

An eye exam is a thorough evaluation of eye health as well as vision. Regular exams are indispensable for early detection and management of eye diseases, preventing vision loss and maintaining overall eye health. If you have eye care coverage, make sure to use it. Globally, many people still lack access to basic eye exams. Read More

Bumps on the skin can vary widely in cause and significance, so whether you should be concerned depends on several factors like type and characteristic, duration and changes, and associated symptoms. If you are unsure what a change in your skin could mean, it is best to make an appointment with your doctor. You can Read More

Eye floaters are common and usually harmless, but they can sometimes be a sign of a more serious underlying condition. These tiny spots, threads or squiggly lines appear in your field of vision, drifting across your eye like shadows. But what exactly causes them, and when should you be concerned?   Eye floaters are the Read More

After the age of 40, many people experience noticeable changes in their eyesight and overall eye health due to natural aging processes. These changes are typically related to the following factors:     Presbyopia: One of the most common age-related changes is presbyopia, which affects near vision. Presbyopia occurs because the natural lens of the eye Read More

There is no avoiding environmental conditions. Exposure to ultraviolet rays, dry and windy conditions, pollution and allergens, extreme hot and cold temperatures, chlorinated water, and in today’s digital age, screen time, all impact eye health. And each of these environmental factors impacts individuals uniquely. Understanding which of these external conditions causes discomfort, inflammation and temporary Read More

Young children often cannot articulate vision issues because they may not realize their vision is impaired, assuming their experience is normal since they have no point of comparison. Unlike adults, children lack the vocabulary and self-awareness to describe what they see or to recognize visual abnormalities. Additionally, vision problems can develop gradually, making it difficult Read More

Each eye captures a slightly different image due to their distinct positions. Our brain processes and unites these 2 images. How do our eyes and brain work together to create the perception of a 3-dimensional world? Binocular vision refers to the use of both eyes to view an object. Our eyes are spaced approximately 2.5 Read More