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How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

A patient sitting behind a phoropter while their optometrist adjusts the lenses.

An eye exam isn’t just about checking your vision or picking out new glasses. It’s a comprehensive process that evaluates the overall health of your eyes and can help detect potential issues before they become serious. Besides, there are several types of eye exams, each focusing on a different area of your visual health. The […]

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Does Diabetes Cause Dry Eyes?

An elderly woman with diabetes had her eyes with protective cover after cataract surgery

Diabetes and eyesight are closely linked. Diabetes and chronically high blood glucose (blood sugar) can cause various eye complications, including cataracts and glaucoma. What you may not know is that diabetes can significantly increase your risk of developing dry eye disease. More than half of all those with diabetes suffer from dry eyes. The good […]

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Why Regular Diabetic Eye Exams Matter

women with diabetic eye on left compared with normal eye on right

Your eyes and body share a unique relationship. If you didn’t know already, several health conditions could lead to various eye concerns. Sjögren’s syndrome and lupus can increase the risk of developing dry eye, multiple sclerosis can increase the number of floaters you notice in your vision, and your cornea may develop a blue or […]

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