What Is Thyroid Eye Disease?

What Is Thyroid Eye Disease?

hyroid eye disease (TED) is an autoimmune condition that impacts eye tissues. Typically, TED leads to inflammation, swelling, and damage to the muscles, connective tissues, and fatty tissues in the eye area.  Since TED can cause permanent, lasting damage,...
Do I Have a Blocked Tear Duct or Stye?

Do I Have a Blocked Tear Duct or Stye?

For many patients, issues like bumps on your eye are immediately concerning. One common condition is a stye, which usually presents on the eyelid, is typically a bit red, and may or may not come with soreness.  Blocked tear ducts are different. Your tear ducts –...
Taking Care of Dry Eyes in Winter

Taking Care of Dry Eyes in Winter

While the winter can be a magical time of year, it can also wreak havoc on your eyes. Falling temperatures, heater use, and other situations that occur during this season can leave eyes feeling dry and itchy, which isn’t ideal.   Luckily, there are steps you...
Common Eye Problems in Summer

Common Eye Problems in Summer

During the summer months, most people focus on enjoying the warmer weather, planning vacations, and other fun events, not the eye problems they may encounter during the season. In reality, summer can have an impact on your eyes, and certain issues can be...