Have you ever experienced a small bump or redness on the edge of your eyelid? If so, you may have encountered a stye, also known as an external hordeolum. Styes can be uncomfortable and cause pain, but with the right treatment, they can be managed effectively. In this blog, we will delve into the world of styes, exploring what they are, how to deal with them, and when to seek professional assistance. At Doctors Eyecare Wetaskiwin, we are dedicated to providing exceptional eye and vision care services. We understand the discomfort styes can bring, and we’re here to guide you through the process of managing and treating them.

Pregnancy is an exciting and transformative time for women, bringing with it a whirlwind of emotions and physical changes. While many expectant mothers are familiar with the common symptoms of pregnancy, such as morning sickness and weight gain, they may be less aware of how pregnancy can impact their eye health.

Eyelid twitches are pretty common and mostly harmless. However, they can be rather irritating or annoying. There are more fast-twitch muscle fibers in the eyelids than anywhere else in your body, and when your general health is not quite right, the fast-twitch muscle fibers will contract erratically, causing the lid to twitch.

Certain events can move you to tears, whether it’s a sad movie, news of a recent death, or chopping onions. There are many different purposes to your tears, which is why your eyes can produce anywhere from sixty to a hundred liters per year. Tears are extremely useful. They help you see clearly. They wash debris from your eyes. And they communicate all kinds of feelings. But did you know that not every tear is made up of the same components?

There are many different reasons why your eyes well up and sometimes spill over with tears. There are also different types of tears, each with a distinct composition. We cry to protect our eyes, to wash out irritants, and for emotional reasons. There are three types of tears: basal tears, emotional tears, and reflex tears.