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The most common eye problems in America are refractive disorders. That means nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism combined are to blame for most of the country's diminished vision. So what are these refractive errors? How can you prevent them? How do people live...

Eye discomfort can be caused by a number of culprits. Most common causes of eye irritation are allergies, injuries, disease, and debris. If your eyes are irritated, red, swollen, aching, or burning, you could conclude that you're allergic to pollen for example, when the...

Woodhams Eye Clinic is First in Metro Atlanta to Offer New, FDA-approved Corneal Implant Procedure — New microsurgical presbyopia treatment corrects near vision problems that naturally arise with age — ATLANTA (May 14, 2015) - Woodhams Eye Clinic,...

New research in nanotechnology may yield prosthetic retinas that cure blindness in some patients, according to a press release from the American Chemical Society. Retinal Blindness Certain diseases like diabetes and age-related macular degeneration can cause...

Have you ever had an eye checkup? Or maybe it’s been years since you’ve seen an eye doctor. It’s important to have a regular eye exam even if you are not experiencing vision problems to protect you from damaging eye diseases like glaucoma. How often should...

Eye makeup can enhance your eyes' natural beauty, but hanging onto that eyeshadow from five years ago or even that mascara from six months ago could cause infection and irritation that will ruin your look and damage your eyes. Makeup can be expensive, so it's understandable...

The fear of the unknown. Sometimes, it's worse than reality, especially when it comes to getting LASIK surgery. Friends and family can tell you how painless it is, and your doctor can show you the medical instruments, but until you know every detail, that tiny bit of...

Is LASIK right for you? LASIK stands for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis. LASIK eligibility depends on several factors including your health and what conditions are affecting your eyesight. Woodhams Eye Clinic has been performing laser vision correction surgery since...