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Woman gently touching her swollen eyelid, showing discomfort from eye irritation or inflammation.

Eye Conditions, Eye Exams, Eye Health, Eye Infections • May 1, 2026

How to Get Rid of Swollen Eyelids

You wake up and catch your reflection in the mirror, and are surprised to see your eyelids look puffy and swollen. Whether it happened overnight or developed gradually, swollen eyelids can make you feel self-conscious and uncomfortable throughout your day. At Luminance Vision, we know it can leave you wondering what caused it and how…

Dry Eye, Eye Conditions, Eye Health • January 8, 2026

Can I Wear Contacts with Dry Eyes?

Your eyes feel gritty and uncomfortable after just a few hours of wearing contacts. You blink frequently, trying to find relief, but the dryness persists. If you’ve experienced either or both of these symptoms, you know how frustrating it can be, and you might wonder if you can ever enjoy the freedom that contact lenses…

An eye doctor uses an ophthalmoscope to examine a patient's retinal health.

Eye Conditions, Eye Exams, Eye Health • July 15, 2025

What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?

Your eyes provide a window into your health. Routine eye exams can uncover more than just vision problems—they can detect various conditions (systemic and ocular) before symptoms appear elsewhere. An eye exam can identify eye concerns and diseases such as glaucoma, retinal detachment, cataracts, or macular degeneration, even in their early stages. Without timely intervention,…

A close-up image of an older adult's eye during a tonometry test to check for glaucoma.

Eye Conditions • November 29, 2024

Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

Glaucoma is a complex eye condition that can lead to all kinds of vision problems. If left untreated, glaucoma can lead to blindness. Conditions like glaucoma aren't caused by one single thing—there are plenty of underlying factors that affect the likelihood of this condition. One key contributing factor to glaucoma is genetics. Glaucoma has a…

An eye doctor tests a young patient's vision to determine if they have worsening myopia.

Eye Conditions, Eye Exams • October 31, 2024

Does Myopia Get Worse With Age?

Myopia is a prevalent condition among children and youth. Myopia typically stops progressing in early adulthood, but it can worsen with age, depending on a person's eye health and lifestyle factors. Fortunately, there are several myopia control methods that your child's eye doctor can incorporate into their eye care plan to slow or stop myopia…

Eye Conditions, Eye Health • June 5, 2023

Does Menopause Cause Eye Disease and/or Problems?

Ladies, it's time to have the talk! We know you've probably heard the question before - can hormonal changes impact vision? Well, the answer is yes! Menopause and pregnancy can lead to dry eyes and other vision problems. Some women even report changes in their vision due to shifting hormone levels during menopause. So, let's…

Eye Conditions, Eye Health • June 5, 2023

Can Eating Healthier and Exercising Prevent Eye Disease?

Cardio increases blood flow to the eyes and reduces the risk of age-related eye diseases. Regular cardio exercise can also improve vision and reduce eye strain. Dancing, rollerblading, or trampolining are a great alternative traditional cardio activities! Not only is it a fun way to incorporate cardio, but it's also a fun way to spend…

Dry Eye, Eye Conditions • June 5, 2023

My Eyes Are Constantly Dry, Even with Eye Drops. Why Is This?

Dry eye is one of the leading causes of eye discomfort. If you’ve experienced it, you know how frustrating it can be! There are many different causes of dry eye, including the quality of your tears, blockages in glands, and environmental and lifestyle factors. Are you experiencing any of the following dry eye symptoms? Burning…