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For our eye care patients who are diagnosed with diabetes, there is the risk of a condition known as diabetic retinopathy. This is a type of eye disease that, if left untreated, can lead to permanent vision loss...

Styes can be an uncomfortable and annoying yet common experience. Fortunately, most of them will go away on their own or with minimal treatment...

As we age, it is common to lose our ability to focus on near objects. This condition referred to as presbyopia can be easily corrected with multifocal contact lenses. Traditionally, the only option for this condition was reading glasses...

Surprisingly, approximately 2,000 eye injuries happen on the job to American workers every day, according to The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. For Workplace Eye Health and Safety Month coming up in March...

“Trick or treat.” It is that time of the year again when we go all out with our unique Halloween costumes and makeup. Whatever you plan to wear, it is important to keep your eyes safe and healthy from Halloween accessories and makeup.

Many people feel like their eyes are doing well and attribute their need to squint, get closer, or put off worrying about blurs and blocks, by telling themselves it is simply a sign of tiredness or some other temporary issue...

Dry eyes are not something you should ignore. Having dry eyes is a condition when your body does not produce enough natural tears to adequately lubricate your eyes, which can impact your vision...

Just like visiting the doctor once a year for a physical, visiting your eye doctor is an important part of health maintenance for everyone— from kids to adults...

Sunglasses are not only a fashion statement but can also protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. They can offer all-year-round protection since they can be worn even during winter since the sun can still shine brightly and harm your eyes...

At Optics&EYECARE in Ashburn, we do our best to educate area parents about the benefits of kids' eye exams. Knowing when and why to bring your child to the optometry professional can help you maintain your child’s vision...