Archives for Eye Conditions

Pros and cons of atropine eyedrops for myopia control

Myopia, or nearsightedness, impacts millions of individuals worldwide. Particularly concerning is its impact on children, whose eyes are still developing. Myopia causes distant objects to appear blurry, making activities like reading the board in school or participating in outdoor sports challenging. At John O’Connor Optometrists, our team is committed to providing comprehensive solutions to help manage and control myopia. One solution gaining attention is the use of atropine eyedrops. In this blog, we’ll explore the pros and cons of atropine eyedrops for myopia control, so you have the information needed to make informed decisions about your child’s eye care. Understanding
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SteriLid anti-microbial cleanser for the health of your eyes

If you’ve been dealing with persistent and highly irritating blepharitis or dry eyes, you know how much they can impact your daily life. The discomfort, inconvenience, itching, and blurry vision that come with it can drive you crazy. SteriLid Anti-Microbial Spray might just be the solution you’ve been looking for. Understanding Blepharitis Blepharitis is not just a minor irritation; it’s a condition caused by an overgrowth of bacteria around the eyelids, leading to inflammation of the oil glands, redness, itching, crusty debris at the base of your eyelashes and eyelids and a constant need to blink and rub your eyes.
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Managing Dry Eye | Causes & treatments

Dry eye is a common eye condition that can really impact how you see the world. Read on to learn more about its causes and, most importantly, effective treatments to keep your eyes feeling refreshed. What is Dry Eye? Dry eye, also known as dry eye syndrome or keratoconjunctivitis sicca, occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when the quality of your tears is compromised. Tears play a crucial role in maintaining the health and comfort of your eyes. They lubricate the ocular surface, reduce the risk of infection, and provide essential nutrients to the cornea. Common causes
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Treating dry eye with Optimel Manuka Eyedrops and Gel

Dry eye can be bothersome and uncomfortable and affects many people. Dry eye occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears, the tears evaporate too quickly or there are issues with the meibomian gland. This can result in symptoms such as: Irritation and redness Itching or burning sensation Sensitivity to light Blurred vision Eye fatigue Dry eye can be really irritating It is painful and due to the increased risk of eye infection, like bacterial conjunctivitis and keratitis, dry eyes can result in permanent life-changing damage. Dry eye is an inflammatory condition: the surfaces of the eyes and eyelids
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Protecting your child’s vision: managing myopia with outdoor time and screen limitations

Myopia, also known as near-sightedness, is a growing health concern worldwide. There has been a dramatic increase in its prevalence, particularly among children. Research has shown this rise can be blamed in significant part on the changing lifestyle of many children. Namely, the amount of time spent indoors and on screens. A child or teenager’s visual environment significantly increases the risk of myopia onset and progression. If your child, or someone in your care, suffers from myopia, or shortsightedness, there are things you can do to make a difference. In this blog, we’ll explore factors influencing myopia development and recommendations
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Treatment option overview for myopia control

Shortsightedness, also known as myopia, is a condition that is rapidly increasing worldwide. Different treatment options are available to manage and control the progression of myopia. John O’Connor Optometrists, in Auckland, provides various innovative treatments to combat myopia progression. This blog looks into five treatment options, briefly evaluating their advantages and disadvantages. Hoya Miyosmart Glasses Hoya Miyosmart glasses incorporate innovative lens technology to slow down the progression of myopia. Pros: Designed for children and teenagers, providing clear vision and myopia control in a single solution Uses innovative Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) technology to reduce eye elongation Lightweight, comfortable, and
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Life not clear? You might have astigmatism: what is that?

Astigmatism is a common vision problem that causes blurred vision. It happens when the eye does not focus light evenly on the retina, the part of the eye that receives and processes images. Astigmatism is very common. In fact, most people have a small amount of astigmatism and don’t even know it. But if you have a lot, it can cause headaches and eye strain and cause problems with both near and far vision. Astigmatism can occur in children and adults and often runs in families. A type of refractive error that occurs when the eye is unable to focus
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Worried about being long-sighted?

Are you having trouble seeing close-up objects, and suspect you might be long-sighted or have hyperopia? Do you strain your eyes when trying to read smaller print on items like books or screens? Don’t worry. If you’re long-sighted, our optometrist can prescribe great-looking glasses or contact lenses to help see clearly. What are the symptoms of farsightedness or hyperopia?  The most common symptom of farsightedness or hyperopia is not being able to things clearly up close. Your eyes feel tired or sore because it takes more effort than what should be normal to focus on an object. Your eye doesn’t let
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Keratoconus and itchy eyes

Spring and summer means allergy season for many of us: seasonal allergic rhinitis or hayfever affects about 20 per cent of the population and common symptoms include itchy, red, dry, or watery eyes. What causes eyes to react? We have receptor cells called mast cells on the mucous membrane covering the white surface of our eye and the inner lining of the eyelids. When we come in contact with an allergen, it binds to the mast cells which releases a chemical called histamine that stimulates the nerves in the eye to make it itchy and watery. This is our body’s
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Treatment for dry eye

Do you suffer from dry eye syndrome? Horrible, isn’t it? Treatment for dry eye includes cleansing, massage and heat and our team can help improve your outlook on life. Dry eye syndrome is a debilitating, common condition. Although it can develop at any age, it is more common amongst older people. The good news is that it can be easily treated. Help for dry eyes Our Auckland optometrists specialise in treatment for dry eye. Between our Henderson Optometry practice and our optometrists in Newmarket our staff has dedicated over 35 years’ helping dry eye sufferers. We offer an effective in-house
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