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Below are 12 recent questions from the 'Ask Our Expert' section:

Are my Glasses Affecting my Eyes?

Having suffered from blepharitis for the past 25 years I expect you are well aware of how your body responds to the disorder and are used to the...

Astigmatism - What is the Cause of This?

Astigmatism is a visual defect that occurs as a result of abnormalities to the cornea, the lens or the clear, fluid-filled sac at the front of the...

Does Altitude Effect Glaucoma?

This is a complicated question as there are so many factors involved in altitude and travel and the effects on the eye. Living or travelling to...

Does an Optic Nerve Grow?

Your granddaughter sounds like quite a character!

From what you have told us about your granddaughter being bright and active, with no visible...

How Do I Know an Eye Test is Correct?

First of all I’m very sorry to learn of your difficulties getting an accurate test performed and the most suitable lens for your wife’s...

Is There an Operation for 'Lazy Eye'?

If your eyes are not aligned and one eye is much weaker in terms of eyesight than the other, you may have a lazy eye. However, a lazy eye, one that...

Itchy, Sticky Eyes: What Could Be the Cause?

Eyes that are itchy and weep often can be very uncomfortable and distressing for the sufferer and it is important that any problem with our eyes is...

What Aids are available for Partial Vision?

It sounds as though your mother has had a difficult time with her eyesight health over the last few years, so hopefully she will be able to gain...

What is the Cause of my Itchy Eye?

Because you have tried taking anti-histamines and they haven’t helped I would suggest that your itching is not related to hay fever or other allergic...

What is the Cause of Seeing Bright Colours and Patterns?

There are many possible answers to this question, some not serious others a little more so. It is very difficult to give a detailed estimation of...

What's Causing My Itchy Eyes and 'Cloudy' Vision?

Cloudy/Itchy Eyes The most likely cause for someone your age who suffers from itching and clouding of the eyes is due to their eye make-up and it...

White Glow in Corner of Eye: What Can it Be?

It is very difficult to give you advice on what might be wrong with your son’s eye – only a qualified doctor who can do a physical examination is...