Henry David Thoreau said, “The eye is the jewel of the body.” But if your eyes are feeling scratchy, itchy, or sensitive to light, those jewels may not feel very valuable. These symptoms may be a result of a condition called Dry Eye Syndrome. If you are experiencing Dry Eye Syndrome, visit our Howerton Eye […]
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At Howerton Eye, our highly trained eye doctors know the importance of regular eye examinations, especially for young children! With the first day of school upon us, now is the perfect time to start thinking about scheduling an eye appointment for your child.
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The team at Howerton Eye is dedicated to helping you maintain healthy, clear vision. Unfortunately, despite having a great eye doctor, there are elements of our daily lives that can hurt our eyes over time. Learn about several small, seemingly innocuous habits that could actually be having very detrimental effects on your vision and overall […]
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The exceptional team at Howerton Eye can help you recognize if your children are having vision problems that are causing difficulty in the classroom, struggles with reading books, or interference with performing seemingly mundane activities that once seemed easy for them. It’s important to understand that even from an early age, comprehensive eye care is […]
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Of the many eye conditions, one of the most common is the astigmatism. According to a recent study, astigmatisms affect more than 28% of children between the ages of 5 and 17. Astigmatisms can cause blurry vision and headaches because of the way light interacts with the cornea.
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Diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide, and in the United States it is the most common cause of vision loss in people younger than 65 years of age. People with diabetes face an increased risk of a number of eye diseases, and it is important to take preventative measures and receive […]
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Glaucoma is an eye disorder that damages the optic nerve. When the optic nerve is damaged it cannot send images from the eye to the brain correctly. Currently there is no cure for glaucoma, only treatment to slow the process or stop it. At Howerton Eye, it is our goal to detect glaucoma early and […]
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LASIK eye surgery is a very popular procedure these days and is becoming synonymous with easy and effective vision correction. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you may have considered LASIK yourself, but may also wonder if the procedure is safe. Allow us to assure you by telling you more about it!
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Macular degeneration (AMD or ARMD) is an age-related condition that leads to vision loss as a result of deterioration in the retina (macula). Along with glaucoma, AMD is one of the leading causes of vision loss in Americans aged 65 and older and affects more than 10 million people in the US. Although there is no […]
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Diabetes can affect the human body in many ways. The condition occurs when the body does not use and store sugar properly. This can cause high blood-sugar levels, excessive thirst, and excessive urination. It may also result in changes to the body’s veins, arteries, and blood vessels. In terms of your vision, diabetes can lead […]
Read MoreIf you live in Austin, Southwest Austin, or Kyle, TX and are in search of a great eye doctor, look no further than Howerton Eye Clinic. We are dedicated to helping our patients achieve and maintain healthy, beautiful vision. Contact us now!
