2 Eye Problems Associated With Rheumatoid Arthritis

23 November 2016
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As rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, it can trigger an inflammatory reaction in other parts of the body aside from the joints. If you have rheumatoid arthritis, you're at an increased risk of developing the following two eye problems: Cataracts Damage to the protein cells in the lens of your eye can cause them to cluster together and create an opaque coating that impedes your vision by preventing light reaching the retina. Read More 

Hay Fever Sufferers Who Wear Contacts Should Follow These Tips

21 June 2016
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People who suffer from hay fever can have a really bad time at the start of each summer, and they need to be especially careful if they wear contact lenses. If you often find yourself itching your eyes and blowing your nose when the flowers are coming out each year, make sure you follow the tips below. Avoid Wearing Your Lenses When the Pollen Count is High One of the dangers that comes along with wearing your contact lenses when you have hay fever is that you'll risk getting a particle of pollen stuck beneath a lens. Read More 

Working with Your Optometrist to Combat Hayfever

22 April 2016
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From the itching eyes to the uncontrollable sneezing, hay fever has the power to turn a perfectly pleasant summer into an allergen nightmare. While many associate hay fever with immunology alone, it's also of great interest to optometrists. In many cases, mast cells in the eyes release lots of histamines, causing irritating itching sensations. Fortunately, there are ways patients and their optometrists can work together to resolve the issue. Understand allergens and when they're likely to trigger itching Read More