http://forum.healthformore.com/ Health community en Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:04:05 +0000 http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/is-it-okay-to-store-my-contact-lens-and-solution-in-the-refrigerator#post-58279 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 07:47:07 +0000 hippo37 58279@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>I'd agree with footprint. Having had my contacts up in the himalayas where it was very cold at night I found that having the solution and contacts cold was not a good idea . They weren't that comfortabel even after I'd warmed them and I moved ot having them in the sleeping bag at night. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/what-types-of-contacts-are-best-for-astigmatism#post-58269 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 06:47:04 +0000 BlkBear 58269@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>For me Toric contact lenses work great. The brand I'm using now is Focus Dailies Toric. I tried regular contacts, Multi-Focal and Bi-Focal contacts this time around, after having tried regular contacts a few years back, which due to my astigmatism were blurry more often than they were clear, because they moved out of place every time I blinked (and a bad fit was more a cause of this, which I find out years later, more than due to the astigmatism, thanks to a few kindly Yahoo Answer posters.) </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/what-types-of-contacts-are-best-for-astigmatism#post-58260 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 05:47:03 +0000 Ali B 58260@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>in my experience contacts just dont work well at all with astigmatisms iv tried several different kinds of contact and they all make the eye with the astigmatism all fuzzy i could just be something about colored contacts if you find something that works def let me know :)</p> <p>Good luck </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/is-it-okay-to-store-my-contact-lens-and-solution-in-the-refrigerator#post-58236 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 02:47:05 +0000 Footprintz 58236@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>There is no truth to that article. It is just one girl's idea.</p> <p>If you read the instructions on your solution...it will say to store and use at room temperature...or will say to use between a minimum and maximum temperature, which will fall into near room temps.</p> <p>Putting the lenses in the fridge has no advantage , and could even make the solution NOT work as well as it should to disinfect those lenses. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/how-to-tell-if-you-have-a-astigmatism#post-58231 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 01:47:03 +0000 Footprintz 58231@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>You talk about astigmatism as though it was a sore or a pimple....lol...your mother doesn't have one...she has astigmatism , period.</p> <p>8 out of 10 people have some astigmatism...it is normal , and isn't a big deal.</p> <p>A small amount of astigmatism can be found in most people who don't even have enough to need glasses.</p> <p>The only way you will know is to wait for the exam results . You can't tell on your own.</p> <p>The drops used for dilating sometimes sting a little bit, but again , it's no big deal. The pain is the period after the exam when you can't see anything up close because of the drops. Not physical pain...just annoying. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/my-eyes-get-slightly-red-and-irritated-in-a-hot-day-or-dry-day-what-should-i-do#post-58211 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 22:47:04 +0000 hippo37 58211@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>If you dont' want to use eye drops then a hot compress can help. Make a flannel compress as hot as you can stand and put it over your closed eyes. Also it does help to drink more as this type of thing tends to mean your eyes are dry and if you are dehydrated then your eyes get drier. I try and push 3 litres on a hot day , not tea or coffeee. Computer screens dry your eyes as well. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/my-eyes-get-slightly-red-and-irritated-in-a-hot-day-or-dry-day-what-should-i-do#post-58201 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 21:47:05 +0000 thresher 58201@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>A buffered eye lube? </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/what-is-wrong-with-my-eyes-please-help#post-58191 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:47:04 +0000 Gary 58191@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Sounds like you have your 3 O's confused. An Optician manufacturers, fits, and fills doctor's prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses. Opticians do not write eyeglass prescriptions nor do they diagnose or treat medical conditions of the eye. An Optometrist refracts for glasses, examines the eyes, and writes prescriptions for glasses, contacts, and is allowed to treat some of the more manageable and responsive to medication conditions and infections that the eye may develop. An Ophthalmologist does everything an Optometrist is allowed to do, but is also a Medical Doctor who is Board Certified as an eye specialist. The Ophthalmologist can diagnose, prescribe for, and treat virtually any condition the eye develops and can also do surgery. An Ophthalmologist also has access to full medical facilities and tests needed to diagnose and treat any other medical condition in your body that might be contributing to your ocular problem, along with evaluation and modification of any prescription drugs you may be using that are contributing to your ocular condition. </p> <p>Over the years I've seen some pretty serious conditions being treated by the wrong "O" who just wouldn't give up and refer to the proper specialist. It sounds like you have been going to an Optometrist. When you develop eye problems in the medical end, you should schedule an appointment with an Ophthalmologist. They are listed in the yellow pages under Physicians, Ophthalmology. Since it is a medical issue rather than merely a new eyeglass refraction, your insurance may even pay for the doctor's visit. Even if they don't, it will usually work out cheaper to pay for 1 or 2 visits to see an Ophthalmologist instead of 5 or 6 visits to see an Optometrist. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/question-about-my-contact-lenses#post-58278 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 18:36:41 +0000 BlkBear 58278@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Depending on how long you had them in, did this happen with the first wearing (3 to 4 hours) and continue up to your max time? It may be that your tear film is not enough to support keeping both your eyes and your contacts moist during the day. </p> <p>If the drops are not helping more than a few mins, that is likely the case. And you will need to wear them less time, or keep trying different brands, until you and your eye doctor, find one that you can wear up to say 8 hours a day. You may find that even after trying several contact brands, that you can't wear them for very long, and might have to settle for the time limit. Or you can ask your eye doctor or regular doctor, about options to combat dry eyes, like drops to help you produce more of your own tears, or plugging the drains in your eyes (temp or perm), to help the tears stay in your eyes longer. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/are-eye-glasses-expensive#post-58176 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:47:06 +0000 NW 58176@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>depends on what store you shop at but i would look at the glasses first and see which ones you like better and what fits your vision better before you even think about buying glasses. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/are-eye-glasses-expensive#post-58169 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:47:06 +0000 pennybarr 58169@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>You really need to look around, check the big box stores like BJs and Costco. Your local optical shop generally has frames on sale (often $29-&amp;39) and many opticians will sell a pair of single vision glasses with frames for under $100. The cost of the lenses does not include the cost of the exam for the corrective lens prescription, though it is generally under $50, if your purchasing the eye glasses from the same shop. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/are-eye-glasses-expensive#post-58163 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 15:47:06 +0000 *Dyin to live*Livin to die* 58163@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>they can be, but if i was you i would try looking at the ones at walmart...the ones that you don't need a script for just if you see better then get em. they have an eye thing at our walmart too where you can buy them with a script &amp; you can get them cheap, probably for around 50-60 the cheapest.<br /> Contacts arn't as exspensive but you have to keep buying them, probably 20-60 dollar range. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/are-eye-glasses-expensive#post-58158 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 14:47:06 +0000 Footprintz 58158@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Depends entirely on what you want and where you go.</p> <p>As an example, for the budget minded in my office, I do single vision lenses with anti scratch and a frame for $69.00 complete, but I also have frames alone up to $200.00 for those who want the best.</p> <p>So, it can vary very widely...you will have to go shopping. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/i-have-a-brown-mark-in-the-white-of-eye-and-i-had-ot-for-like-a-year-now#post-58149 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:47:05 +0000 pennybarr 58149@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Could be a broken blood vessel or a change in pigment, neither of which will effect your vision. Broken blood vessels in your eye should fade over time. Changes in pigment generally don't. If your concerned see an ophthalmologist or optometrist for a comprehensive eye exam. In order to maintain good eye sight the most important thing you can do is have regularly scheduled eye exams every few years. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/are-eye-glasses-expensive#post-58140 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 10:47:06 +0000 becca 58140@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>About 400 dollars or so, depending on your insurance and what they cover.<br /> That includes; eye test, frame, and lens.<br /> But prices vary on; frames (Which means depending on what frames you pick, variables into how much it costs)<br /> I just got new glasses for about 50 dollars, and my insurance covered the rest. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/why-my-right-eye-keeps-jumping-twitching#post-58125 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:47:05 +0000 RonR 58125@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Your eye twitching can be caused by:<br /> Stress<br /> Tiredness<br /> Eyestrain<br /> Caffeine<br /> Alcohol<br /> Dry eyes<br /> Nutritional imbalances<br /> Allergies </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/why-do-the-corner-of-my-eyes-flash-when-im-in-bright-light#post-58116 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 07:47:03 +0000 Me MEE is better than you 58116@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Where sunglasses when outside for a while. Then take them off. You get a temporary "flashburn" it's aggravating. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/what-is-wrong-with-my-eyes-please-help#post-58190 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 06:50:29 +0000 liz 58190@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>I would recommend a second opinion. The change in your vision wasn't huge so that may be why they aren't very concerned. You may try using a lubricating eye drop for comfort purposes... try something preservative free so as not to aggravate the other conditions you are experiencing. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/eyeglasses-and-minimization#post-58097 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 05:47:03 +0000 Ed 58097@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Yes. The lenses are called aspheric lenses which are lenses that have a flatter "base curve" on the front of the lens. This allows the light to pass through the lens at or close to a 90 degree angle so as to lessen the distortion of objects on the other side (the person's eyes) and make them look more natural size. The flatness of the lens also limits the distortion around the outer parts of the lens. Your question was about minification caused by lenses made to correct vision for people who are nearsighted. The same also works for people who are farsighted so instead of the eyes looking "bug eyed", they look more natural. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/eyeglasses-and-minimization#post-58086 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 04:47:04 +0000 Rob 58086@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>The short-and-sweet answer is no. However, this effect can be reduced by using high index lenses. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/why-my-right-eye-keeps-jumping-twitching#post-58075 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 02:47:03 +0000 Kathleen 58075@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>This is usually due to tiredness or stress. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/is-it-a-good-idea-if-you-get-prescription-contacts-if-you-have-dry-eyes-and-slight-allergies#post-58056 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 23:47:04 +0000 Lois Ramos 58056@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Like the previous answer states, they do make contacts that will help those who have dry eyes. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/is-it-a-good-idea-if-you-get-prescription-contacts-if-you-have-dry-eyes-and-slight-allergies#post-58048 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:47:03 +0000 Nebs 58048@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Their are a lot of different contacts for every different eye type. I have very dry eyes but I wear contacts for over 8 hours straight. Your optometrist can help you more. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/yellow-ring-around-pupils#post-58036 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 20:47:04 +0000 BlkBear 58036@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>No, no mineral deficiency, just the colors of your iris. But does look like a possible form of Heterochromia.</p> <p>Heterochromia of the eye (heterochromia iridis or heterochromia iridum) is of two kinds. In complete heterochromia, one iris is a different color from the other. In partial heterochromia or sectoral heterochromia, part of one iris is a different color from its remainder.</p> <p>Partial or sectoral heterochromia is much less common than complete heterochromia and is typically found in autosomally inherited </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/do-i-have-to-wear-glasses-forever#post-58023 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 18:47:11 +0000 U V 58023@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Astigmatism (correct sp). is a condition where your vision is 'distorted'. So when you look at things... half of it will appear clear, and the other half appear blurry. Your brain will 'decipher' this half blurred image to make sense out of it.</p> <p>So generally, people with Astigmatism have fairly good 'vision'... but they often get tired eyes or head-aches... due to the distortion.</p> <p>So my advice is... to wear them when ever you VISUALLY CONCENTRATE. that is.. reading, writing, computer work, school work... even going to movies or watching TV for long periods.</p> <p>If you still get head-aches with your glasses, go back to your optometrist and makesure that the Rx is correct.</p> <p>Wearing or not wearing glasses will not make your eyes worse.. they will get worse on their own. It's just if you have glasses, you will be more aware that your eyes are changing. So don't blame your glasses if you wear them.</p> <p>Astigmatism is often genetic... and may worsen as you get older.. (slows down and stops around 25yrs old).. so don't despair... </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/why-are-my-eyes-different#post-58008 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:47:11 +0000 pennybarr 58008@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Age can effect your skin, even your eyelids. I doubt it is anything to worry about. Next time you get your eyes checked, ask the eye specialist about it. You should get a comprehensive eye exam ever 2-3 years, and every year if you have vision problems or eye disease. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/why-are-my-eyes-different#post-58002 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:47:11 +0000 U V 58002@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Well Sy.. you've just saved yourself half the $$ of eyelid surgery...:)</p> <p>The eyelid...is thin skin, and sometimes as we age, it forms folds or creases. Don't be too concern and hope that the same thing happens to your R eye lid too...he..he. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/why-are-my-eyes-different#post-57994 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:47:11 +0000 Alisha Paul 57994@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>Well dear friend i think you should concern with your doctor.....he will tell you everything in brief.......sorry i have no idea and i don't want to bother you by giving a wrong idea. </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/why-are-my-eyes-different#post-57984 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:47:10 +0000 yamushroom 57984@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>some people have that or some have one smaller than the other. idk about the 3rd thing but try to ask your eye doctor :D </p> http://forum.healthformore.com/topic/why-are-my-eyes-different#post-57976 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:47:09 +0000 Delirious Ghost 57976@http://forum.healthformore.com/ <p>bummer </p>