by Neal Eye Group | Mar 22, 2025 | contact lenses, Cornea
How Long After a Corneal Ulcer Can You Wear Contacts? A corneal ulcer is an open sore on the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. It can result from infections, injury, or underlying conditions, leading to symptoms such as redness, pain, tears, and blurred...
by Neal Eye Group | Jul 30, 2024 | Cornea, Eye Care, glasses
Irregular astigmatism is a condition where the cornea or lens of the eye has an asymmetrical shape, leading to distorted vision that cannot be fully corrected with standard glasses. Patients often wonder if glasses can effectively correct irregular astigmatism and...
by Brett Neal | Mar 10, 2024 | Cornea, Dry Eye, Eye Care
Dry eyes, a common ocular condition characterized by insufficient tear production or poor tear quality, can lead to discomfort, irritation, and vision disturbances. Individuals experiencing chronic dry eye symptoms may have concerns about the potential impact of this...
by Brett Neal | Mar 4, 2024 | blood pressure, Cornea, Eye Care
The eyes are closely related to the blood stream and can be easily impacted by changes in the blood – including the blood pressure. Low blood pressure, or hypotension, occurs when the heart is struggling to provide oxygenated blood to the body and the blood vessels...
by Brett Neal | Jun 6, 2023 | Cornea, Eye Care
Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that affects the cornea. The term keratoconus comes from the Greek words “kerato” for cornea and “konos” for cone, which accurately describes the abnormality’s characteristic shape. The cornea of...
