What Is A Lazy Eye?

A lazy eye refers to a visual disorder characterised by undeveloped vision in an otherwise normal and healthy eye.  A lazy eye is also known as Amblyopia and is caused by poor, or no transmission of visual images from the affected eye to the brain, this condition is best treated in childhood.

The name “lazy eye” is a strange name, as the eye or the person is not lazy. It is in fact caused by a developmental issue in the brain, where the area of the brain linked to the affected eye develops abnormally because of under-stimulation.

A lazy eye may go unnoticed for many years, as individuals rely on vision from their stronger eye.

A lazy eye is normally treated by forcing use of the under developed eye, using either a patch or otherwise temporarily disabling the healthy eye. This treatment is most effective in children under the age of 5, but has also been shown to benefit older children and adults.

We recommend having your eyes examined once every year, or two years.  Specsdirect2u can visit you in your home to examine your eyes, in addition we will bring with us various spectacles for you to choose from.  You can also book an appointment to get your eyes tested in any one of our 4 Optical Practices in Glasgow.  We are a family friendly Opticians, every shop has a Kids play area to keep your little ones distracted while you get your eyes checked out and if needed, select a pair of Glasses or Sunglasses

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Health Problems Your Optician Can See First

Health Problems Your Optician Can See First

 

An eye test can detect various health problems and is recommended every 1 to 2 years, below is a list of the many early noticeable conditions.

1. Diabetes: A routine eye exam can detect blood and other yellowish fluids seeping out of fragile and miniscule vessels in the retinas, referred to as Diabetic Retinopathy – the leading cause of blindness
2. Cancer: A routine eye exam can see changes in the structure of the eyes and unusual growths, including a rare form of cancer called Ocular Melanoma which develops within the cells that make pigmentation in the eye. Skin cancer can also be detected through an eye exam, as lesions called basal cell carcinomas can show up on the eyelid and can possibly spread to the brain through the eye.
3. Hypertension: A routine eye exam can show bleeding in new blood vessels in the eye and bends or kinks in the vessels which normally run straight to the retina, which may be signs of high blood pressure.
4. Autoimmune Disorders: A routine eye exam can detect an inflammation of the light-sensitive retina at the back of the eye, which may be a sign of Lupus or other autoimmune disorders.
5. High Cholesterol: A routine eye exam can detect a yellow ring around the cornea, which can be an indicator of high cholesterol: putting you at risk for heart attack or stroke. High cholesterol can also be detected by a yellow plaque forming on the blood vessels of the retina.
6. Thyroid Disease: A routine eye exam can detect a bulging of the eyes, which is one of the symptoms of Grave’s Disease – a disorder characterized by an overactive thyroid.
7. Tumors: A visit to the eye doctor can reveal that you have droopy eyelids and pupils that aren’t the same size, which can point to tumors in the neck or even possible aneurysms.

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Sunwise Sports Sunglasses

Affordable Eyewear for Sports

Sunwise Bulldog Grey BK Sunglasses £22.99

With summer fast approaching, our recent addition to our website's ever growing collection of designer glasses and sunglasses is Sunwise.

Sunwise is a UK based eyewear company established in 1996,  has grown globally and  highly recommended as a popular sports eyewear brand. Every design is created and inspired for sports and outdoor activities, Sunwise provides quality with affordability.

British designed performance eyewear that looks great for sports and leisure all year round. They fit securely and comfortably and the polarised glasses block the glare and reflection making them a good choice for outdoor activities.

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Kris's day in Glasgow wearing Oakley Sunglasses

Testing the Oakley OO9238-01 Sunglasses

For this weeks blog we decided to give a member of staff a pair of Oakley OO9238-01 54x20 133 Sunglasses to try over the weekend here are his thoughts;

"I was given Oakley Sunglasses to try over the weekend in Glasgow, luckily this weekend (for a change) we had a nice sunny day.

I have never had any type of Oakley Sunglasses before, so I was looking forward to trying them.

Frame Colour : Black
Frame Gender: Male
Frame Type : Plastic
Lens Tint : Mirror

Firstly when I tried these on I noticed how light they were, after having them on for a while I actually forgot I was wearing them.  These are very stylish in design, and fit really well. I had a lot of people looking at them and asking what type of Sunglasses they were. Due to the lens tint the Sunglasses drastically reduced the amount of glare from the sun.

They are a real eye catching pair of sunglasses, and I highly recommend them - especially with summer fast approaching".

Specsdirect2u have an extensive range of Oakley Glasses and Oakley Sunglasses on the website http://www.specsdirect2u.co.uk

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Tomato Glasses - Designer Accessory for Kids

Every kid wants to look really cool!

SpecsDirect2U would like to introduce to you, a great new designer glasses frame for kids under 7 years of age.

These glasses are called Tomato Glasses and are perfect for your little one.

They are bright, light and comfortable, so light your child won't even notice they are wearing them. The sides and nose pads are fully adjustable, so that they will fit perfect.

Why not take a look at the below video, to see how great these are.

We will have these desirable glasses in our shops, and on our website soon.

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Fruit For The Eyes

We all know that eating fruit and vegetables is good for you but did you know that fruit is good for eye health?

Did you know that Cherries can calm your nervous systems and grapes relax your blood vessels?

That age old saying ‘An Apple A Day’ keeps the doctor away.. it’s true, apples help keep infections at bay and oranges are good for vision and skin.

Do remember though apart from taking healthy fruit and vegetables, a regular eye check is a good idea to make sure everything is ok.

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A World Within The Eyes

Did you know that an optician can find a whole range of health issues, just by looking in to your eyes? this is why your yearly or 2 yearly free eye check is very important.

An optician can find warning signs of high blood pressure, diabetes, and a whole range of other systemic health issues, just by examining your eyes.

In this video Ophthalmologist Neal Adams explains why the eye's tissues and blood vessels make such a good barometer for wellness.

We loved this video and wanted to share it with you.

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Thanks for taking the time to read this blog. We hope you subscribe to this RSS Feed to enjoy all future blogs, and please connect with us using the social media buttons at the top of the screen. The main website is http://specsdirect2u.co.uk/ where you can see the full range of Designers that we sell. Remember, eye examinations are free in Scotland, call us on 0141 554 8886 to either arrange a free home eye test or to come into one of our 4 Glasgow Optical Practices.