KnowYourEyes.com
Your Guide to Information About Eye Health
Looking for basic, straightforward information about eye disease? You've come to the right place!
On our website, you'll find all you need to know about your eyes! From simplified explanations of
nearsightedness (myopia),
farsightedness (hyperopia),
astigmatism, and
presbyopia to detailed descriptions of some of the
most common eye diseases, including
glaucoma,
macular degeneration, and
cataracts, KnowYourEyes.com has it all.
Problems with the optical imaging system of the eye are the main reason why optometrists have
patients. When your vision is blurry, you know something is wrong and you know something can be done
about it. Luckily, these refractive vision problems are rather easy to correct. Traditional vision
correction takes the form of eyeglasses, but
contact lenses and
laser eye surgery are quickly becoming
more popular. Unfortunately, many eye diseases do not produce the same warning signs. In fact, the vast
majority of eye problems are completely asymptomatic in the early stages, during a critical period where
early detection leads to early treatment which is essential to controlling many eye diseases and
preventing permanent vision loss.
Whether you are visiting this site out of curiosity or for educational purposes, we hope that you will
find what you are looking for. The human eye is a truly remarkable organ and should be treated with due
care and attention. Visit your optometrist regularly.
Common Eye Diseases
- Glaucoma – the silent thief of sight.
- Cataracts – more common than you might
think!
- Diabetes – uncontrolled diabetes
can lead to blindness.
- Dry Eye Syndrome – while not sight-threatening,
a most uncomfortable eye condition with frustratingly little relief
- Macular Degeneration –
all-too-common eye disease with devastating loss of central vision.
Refractive Problems
Eye Health Glossary
Navigate through the ABC's of eye health! Impress your teacher with your newfound vocabulary! Visit
the
Eye Health Glossary today!
Eye Conditions A-Z
An ever-growing collection of information on the pathogenesis, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and
prevention of eye diseases and eye problems. Visit the
Eye Conditions collection today!
Disclaimer
The information provided by KnowYourEyes.com is intended for educational purposes only and in no way
replaces the advice and diagnosis of a licensed eye care professional. KnowYourEyes.com disclaims any
and all liability for injury or other damages that may result from use of the information obtained
from this website.
