Can Astigmatism Cause Headaches? Signs to Watch For and Treatment Options

Posted on December 13, 2024 (December 13, 2024) by Total Vision

A young person with a headache closes their eyes and rubs their face with both of their hands, looking uncomfortable.

Astigmatism has the potential to cause headaches due to the strain your eyes and visual system undergo trying to see and process visual information with astigmatism. […]

Can Your Vision Get Better Over Time?

Posted on October 10, 2024 (October 10, 2024) by Total Vision

A person in a blue checkered suit walks along a dock with a boat in the background. They're holding their fashionable sunglasses while looking back over their shoulder.

While it isn’t common, it is possible for sight to improve for a number of reasons, such as:

Second sight, a precursor to cataracts
Blood sugar level control in people with existing diabetes
Maintaining general health and diet […]

What Age Can You Get LASIK?

Posted on August 26, 2024 (August 26, 2024) by Total Vision

A senior woman smiling during a laser eye surgery consultation while an optometrist examines her eyes.

If you’re over the age of 18 with a stable prescription and good medical health, you’ll likely qualify for LASIK. […]

Is It Bad to Unfocus Your Eyes?

Posted on July 30, 2024 (July 30, 2024) by Total Vision

A pair of black framed glasses are held up against a blurred letter chart, with F and C appearing clearly in the lenses.

Unfocusing your eyes properly can actually be beneficial, but it’s important to do so properly in order to protect your vision and eye health. […]

10 Home Remedies for Itchy Eyes

Posted on June 10, 2024 (June 10, 2024) by Total Vision

A woman sitting on a bed rubs her eyes to try and alleviate irritation from allergies.

Try natural home remedies to soothe your itchy eyes before rushing to the pharmacy for over-the-counter eye drops.

Cold compress

Cucumber slices

Tea bags

Aloe vera

Chamomile

Rosewater

Castor oil

Honey and milk solution

Potato slices

Apple cider vinegar […]

Why Is Color Blindness More Common in Males?

Posted on May 28, 2024 (May 28, 2024) by Total Vision

A man crossing his arms and smiling while looking directly at the camera.

You might be wondering: why are men more prone to color blindness than women? The answer lies in the genetic inheritance of color vision. […]

How Often Can You Use Eye Drops?

Posted on February 22, 2024 (February 22, 2024) by Total Vision

A woman holding a small bottle of eye drops in her right hand and putting them on her left eye while she uses her left index finger to pull her eyelid down.

If your eye drops have preservatives, try not to use them more than 3-4 times daily. If the drops do not have preservatives, feel free to use them whenever you need relief. […]

How to Relieve Itchy Eyes from Eyelash Extensions

Posted on January 31, 2024 (January 31, 2024) by Total Vision

A woman with eyelash extensions rubbing her left eye with her left hand.

Here are a few tips to help you get through the itchy phase:

Cleanse your eyes regularly

Use a cold compress

Apply eye drops

Try a warm compress

Take antihistamines

Avoid rubbing your eyes

Consult with your lash technician or eye doctor […]

Does Dehydration Affect Eye Pressure?

Posted on January 12, 2024 by Total Vision

We often hear about the importance of staying hydrated for our overall health. Not only does dehydration affect how our […]

How to Stop Watery Eyes at Home

Posted on December 5, 2023 by Total Vision

A young man sitting at a desk with his laptop, squeezing the bridge of his nose as he squeezes his eyes shut and holds his glasses in his right hand.

Fortunately, there are some at-home steps to help stop watery eyes at home, including using artificial tears, allergy eye drops, or medicated eye drops prescribed by your eye doctor. […]

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