Have you heard of Heterochromia? It is a rare condition in which the colors of the eyes are different. The term Heterochromia is obtained from ancient Greek. The word “hetero” indicates different while “chroma” means color. Mostly, it is visible in animals like dogs and cats. However, it can be found in humans as well. It is also known as “Heterochromia iridium” or “Heterochromia iridis”. This condition is caused by the variations in the distribution and concentration of melanin. Melanin is the pigment that provides color to your eyes, hair, and skin. Moreover, there are different causes and v ..read more

This summer when it’s hot outside and you have the opportunity to jump into a nice cool pool, it may be tempting to do so without taking out your contact lenses. That process can be a bit of a pain and you may think that it’s no big deal if your contacts get some water on them. However, it is highly recommended that you remove your contacts before going for a dip in the water – this includes pools, hot tubs, lakes, and oceans. There are a variety of reasons for this. Microbes and Bacteria Water everywhere contains thousands of viruses and bacteria that can be harmful to your system. One danger ..read more

Summer is one of the most fun times of the year. With the warmer temperatures, you can finally enjoy all of those outdoor activities that your family loves. But, while you’re fishing on the boat, building sand castles at the beach or relaxing by the pool don’t forget about the potential dangers that the sun brings. Prolonged exposure to the sun can be very problematic. Most know that sunblock is a must in the summer month, but don’t forget to also protect your eyes. Polarized UV sunglasses are a must. Why are sunglasses so important? For starters, sunglasses help to prevent any eye problems. O ..read more

A diabetic patient is at a very high risk of developing eye diseases especially glaucoma and cataract, there is, however, ways to keep your eyes safe during your diabetes. Follow these simple steps: Visit Your Optometrist Once or twice a year, it is highly recommended that you visit your eye doctor for a detailed check-up. Diabetic eye diseases in their early stages usually don’t have any symptoms but a thorough dilated eye examination helps the doctor to look more closely and detect any early signs so you can start your medications before it damages your optic nerve, being regular while visit ..read more

Ocular migraines are non-permanent, visual disturbances that can have an effect on either one or both of your eyes. Such migraines are usually painless and will sometimes lead to blindness in one eye for a short time usually less than an hour. It is a rare problem, and researchers suggest that its symptoms will manifest as a result of other issues. However, regular ocular migraine attacks can lead to other vision problems referred to as an aura, which involves flashing lights and blind spots. Other terms that are used to describe ocular migraines include eye migraines, ophthalmic migraines, or ..read more

Undetected vision problems in children are known to directly affect a child’s ability to progress confidently in learning environments. The extra effort that is exerted towards concentrating and gathering information visually, at the same time will diminish the mental resources left for understanding and making intuitive connections with that information. Dyslexia is a widely known syndrome that makes reading or interpreting letter relationships difficult – but dyslexia generally does not affect intelligence and vision is not the primary factor for this vision-based difficulty. Dyslexia has a ..read more

Protecting your vision is critical. In many situations, lost vision cannot be repaired. Yet, with preventative care and routine visits to the eye doctor, not only can you potentially see better, but you may be able to avoid vision loss or distortion. Everyone needs an eye exam from Eye Care Associates at least one time per year. For some, it may be more often. Maintaining a solid, long-term relationship with your eye doctor is important, and it doesn’t have to be challenging. When Should You Visit Your Eye Doctor? Annual visits to Eye Care Associates are often considered the baseline. Those wh ..read more

You probably know that you should protect your eyes during the summer, but did you know that you should protect your eyes during the winter too? Cold, dry air and bright sunlight in Houston can damage your eyes and affect your eyesight. This winter, protect your eyes with these easy tips from Dr. Sami El Hage & Dr. Sylvie El Hage. 1. Wear UV-A or UV-B Sunglasses, Even On Cloudy Winter Days Harmful high-energy ultraviolet (UV) rays can penetrate through clouds, even on the shortest, cloudiest days of winter. Furthermore, the light reflecting off snow can be significantly brighter than the l ..read more

Thanksgiving is a great time to share a traditional meal with family and to give thanks. This is a time where most people are probably not thinking about their eye health. That being said, many of the foods served in a traditional Thanksgiving feast actually promote good eye health. These staples are rich in nutrients that contribute to healthy arteries, which in turn supply the eyes with oxygen and other needed resources. You might want to think about incorporating some of the following Thanksgiving foods to your diet year-round for the sake of your eyes. Sweet Potatoes Beta-carotene is the p ..read more

Did you know that an eye exam can detect signs of serious health conditions? According to a 2011 study, eye doctors found symptoms of some diseases before other health care professionals. This included diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Also, people are more likely to have a regular eye exam than an annual physical. So an eye exam might be the first opportunity to alert people about a health issue. Why Can Eye Exams Detect a Disease? By using drops to make your pupils bigger, an eye doctor can look inside your eyes at blood vessels and the optic nerve. This allows the doctor ..read more