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Omni Eye Care Center in Plano, Texas has released a breakdown of common eye disorders and conditions that affect many people who may not realize what their symptoms of discomfort or irritation indicate. In Texas, allergies are a common problem, with many suffering the effects of high levels of mold, pollen, dust and cedar in the air throughout the year. Allergies can cause ocular discomfort in the form of swelling, tearing, itching, dryness and redness, depending on the irritant. These symptoms arise when histamines are released in response to allergens. These symptoms can be easily treated by prescription eye drops that inhibit histamine production.

Omni Eye Care Center of Plano, Texas has published a guide to eye care for those bright summer days and describes some of the harmful effects that sunlight can have on unprotected eyes. Public awareness of skin damage is high, and most people are ready with sunscreen, parasols and at least some covering clothing when it’s time for the beach or a day in the park. But the dangers of extreme exposure to bright sunlight on the eyes is something many aren’t aware of and, as such, do not take the proper precautions against. The damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation on our eyes can be just as severe as it is on the skin. Even short-term exposure to extremely bright sunlight will cause a type of sunburn on the eyes. A condition called “photokeratitis,” which is referred to as "snow blindness," is actually a type of sunburn which affects the cornea and conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is a membranous lining which covers the inside of the eyelids and the outside of the eyeball. This sensitive membrane can, like the skin when sunburned, experience inflammation, pain and redness that can last up to 48 hours before symptoms begin to abate.

In an effort to better diagnose and treat dry eye disease, a condition that affects millions of people in the United States, Omni Eye Care Center in Plano, Texas, has become certified by TearLab as an “Accredited Dry Eye Center.” This designation lets patients know they can expect to be evaluated by an experienced optometrist using the most precise diagnostic equipment available.

Omni Eye Care Center of Plano, Texas provides a one stop-solution to patients who need eye exams and new frames in the same visit. Dr. Mark Taroyan’s optometry practice uses the most advanced technology in the field to swiftly, accurately and comfortably diagnose patients with vision problems or diseases. For patients whose eye exams have resulted in the need for eye glasses or contacts lenses, Omni Eye Care Center boasts an eyewear boutique stocked with popular brands of fashion frames and a wide variety of lenses to suit their tastes and requirements.