Eye Health: Managing Vision Loss, Glaucoma & Dry Eyes Written by Dr. Bernadette Hromin, MD

Eye Health: Managing Vision Loss, Glaucoma & Dry Eyes

Ocular health is maintained through retinal nutrition, pharmacological glaucoma management, and proper lens hygiene to prevent infection and dryness.

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How to Treat a Swollen Eyelid

Published Jun,24 2018 | By Dr. Bernadette Hromin, MD

Waking up with a swollen eyelid can be disturbing and uncomfortable, but with treatment, the problem can be alleviated. It may be as simple as a warm compress or you may need antibiotics.

What Causes Eye Capillaries to Burst?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Bernadette Hromin, MD

When a capillary in the white part of the eye bursts -- called a subconjunctival hemorrhage -- the appearance of blood can be rather dramatic and alarming. Often, there is no history of trauma to the eye -- the blood simply appears spontaneously.

Medications That Affect Color Vision

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Bernadette Hromin, MD

Seeing the world through rose-colored glasses to some people means more than simply being optimistic: It could literally mean seeing the world in a rosy hue. Certain medications affect the cones -- the “color-sensing” cells of the eye -- meaning that you may see things in a different color that you're used to.

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What Causes Skin Discoloration Under the Eyes?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Bernadette Hromin, MD

You want to put your best face forward everywhere you go, but that is difficult to do when you have dark circles under your eyes. Discoloration of the skin under or around the eyes is a common problem that can be the result of allergies, certain medication use and the normal effects of aging.