Eye Health Archives

OCuSOFT Lid Scrubs: What Are They and Do They Work

Written By Lauren Anderson

When was the last time you cleaned your eyelids?

Oil, bacteria, dead skin cells, makeup, and other debris can collect along your eyelid margins as you go about your day. Over time, this buildup can contribute to numerous eye conditions.

Products like OCuSOFT Lid Scrubs are supposed to wash away this debris from the eyelids and eyelashes. But is there any evidence they actually work? And do they work better than diluted baby shampoo (which is what doctors have been recommending for decades)?

Let’s take a look at what the research says.

Why Is My Eyesight Getting Worse? Common Causes Explained

Written By Lauren Anderson

Are you wondering, why is my eyesight getting worse? A lot of people think that declining eyesight is simply a part of getting older. And sometimes that’s true.

But other times, changes to your vision can be linked to different eye conditions.

Reading an article like this one is no replacement for getting an eye exam. But understanding how your vision is changing can provide some clues about what could be going on and what treatment options you could try.

Are road signs getting harder to read? Do you find yourself holding your phone farther away? Or is your vision normal in the morning but blurry after a long day at work?

The answers to those questions can often give you an idea about the underlying cause. Let’s look at some of the most common reasons people’s eyesight gets worse and what can be done about it.

Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lenses for Keratoconus: Do They Work?

Written By Lauren Anderson

Are you thinking about trying rigid gas permeable contact lenses for your keratoconus?

Rigid gas permeable (RGP) contacts have long been a standard treatment option for people with keratoconus. Newer specialty lenses, like scleral lenses, have also started to gain popularity. But RGP lenses still play an incredibly important role in the management of keratoconus.

Let’s get into what keratoconus is and how RGP lenses work.

Wegovy and Vision Loss: Understanding Potential Eye Health Risks

Written By Vivian Cummings

Wegovy (semaglutide) and other GLP-1 medications for weight loss are everywhere. It’s hard to watch an Instagram reel or TV show without seeing ads for them.

If you’re wondering whether Wegovy or other GLP-1s are right for you, you’re not alone. Prescriptions for this class of drug have more than tripled since 2020.

Many people who previously struggled with weight loss are finally finding success on semaglutide or similar medications. GLP-1s work by lowering blood sugar and reducing appetite.

However, all medications have potential side effects, and vision loss is a concern with GLP-1s, particularly Wegovy.

What Does 20/25 Vision Mean?

Written By Rachel Shapiro

Have you just gotten an eye exam and been told you have 20/25 vision? You may be confused about what exactly that means.

You probably know that 20/20 vision is the ‘average.’ But where does 20/25 fit on that scale? And more importantly, does it mean you need glasses?

Let’s get to the bottom of it!