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Does high eye pressure always mean glaucoma?

Does high eye pressure always mean glaucoma?

Thursday, 12 March 2026

When elevated intraocular pressure is detected during an eye exam, many people immediately think of glaucoma. However, having high eye pressure does not always mean that a person has glaucoma.

Impact of Alzheimer's on vision

Impact of Alzheimer's on vision

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects memory and other cognitive functions. However, there is increasing evidence that it also significantly impacts the visual system. These changes are not always due to primary eye diseases, but rather to alterations in the areas of the brain responsible for visual processing.

Does poor sleep affect your eyesight?

Does poor sleep affect your eyesight?

Thursday, 12 February 2026

Sleeping well is not only key for your energy and concentration — it is also essential for your eye health. When rest is insufficient or of poor quality, your vision is often one of the first things to be affected.

¿Por qué la visión cambia durante el embarazo?

¿Por qué la visión cambia durante el embarazo?

Thursday, 05 February 2026

Pregnancy brings many changes to the body, and vision is no exception. Many women notice that the way they see the world changes temporarily during these months—and there’s a scientific explanation for it.

How often should I get an eye exam?

How often should I get an eye exam?

Thursday, 29 January 2026

Many people only visit an ophthalmologist when they start to notice that they “can’t see well.” However, eye health goes far beyond reading blurry letters. A routine eye exam not only corrects vision—it also helps detect eye diseases early, many of which can progress without symptoms.

What is presbyopia?

What is presbyopia?

Thursday, 15 January 2026

Presbyopia, also known as age-related farsightedness or “tired eyesight,” is a natural change in vision that usually appears after the age of 40. It occurs when the eye gradually loses its ability to focus on nearby objects, making everyday activities such as reading a cellphone, a book, or a label more difficult.

How often should I change my lenses or prescription?

How often should I change my lenses or prescription?

Thursday, 08 January 2026

Many people assume they only need to change their glasses when they can no longer “see anything.” However, vision can deteriorate progressively and silently, causing you to adapt to poor vision without even realizing it. That’s why updating your glasses and prescription on time is key to maintaining good eye health and a good quality of life.

Common mistakes when applying eye makeup

Common mistakes when applying eye makeup

Tuesday, 06 January 2026

Eye makeup is often intensified on certain occasions, with the use of shimmery eyeshadows, bold eyeliner, and false lashes. However, some makeup habits—often normalized—can affect eye health without us realizing it, causing irritation, discomfort, or infections.

5 visual habits you should adopt this New Year

5 visual habits you should adopt this New Year

Friday, 26 December 2025

The beginning of a new year encourages us to reflect on our habits and pay more attention to our health. Among the most common resolutions are exercising more, eating better, or getting more sleep—but there’s one that is often left off the list: taking care of our eye health.

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