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Photophobia is most often thought of in terms of adults. But the fact is, childhood and even toddler light sensitivity are very real. If you have a child who is light-sensitive, you understand the debilitating nature of photophobia in children. In this article, we’ll talk about what conditions, mental and physical, may be associated with […] Read More
Glasses are glasses, right? Not always. When it comes to computer glasses vs reading glasses, they are very similar. In fact, some people use reading glasses as computer glasses. The primary difference comes down to how far away the object is from your eyes. The other difference is that computer glasses often come with a […] Read More
As lighting technology advances, the prevalence of LED light sensitivity could be on the rise. LED stands for light-emitting diode, which is a semiconductor light source which lights up when power moves through it. As the technology has advanced and decreased in price, LED lighting is becoming more and more popular. It’s extremely efficient, doesn’t […] Read More
As scientists and doctors continue to learn about it, more photophobia treatments and home remedies are brought to light (see what we did there?). This article is intended to help you learn more about your options. If you have photophobia or excess sensitivity to light, chances are good that you’re frequently reminded of it by […] Read More
The word “phobia” typically is associated with feelings of anxiety or fear, but not every type of phobia elicits such fearful emotions. Photophobia, or light sensitivity, is a condition associated with extreme sensitivity to lights. It can cause reactions like squinting, continual blinking, excessive tearing and even headache and nausea. Jen, a customer of ours, […] Read More
The name might sound like a fighter jet, but FL-41 tint has nothing to do with going to battle. The only war we’re fighting here is against light sensitivity and migraine, and FL-41 tinted lenses just might be the F-16 of that fight. Often called migraine glasses, they’re a simple tool that can make a […] Read More
No matter what package it comes in, light sensitivity is no picnic. Photophobia could be a chronic medical condition, or it may be more acute due to a recent surgery, infection or other eye problem. What could make the eye pain, headaches, watery eyes, and inconvenience even worse is when it comes on unexpectedly. If […] Read More
What was your experience with mold exposure? My mold exposure was job related. I worked at a University and my office building was previously a car wash converted to office space and classrooms. Initially I suffered with respiratory, lightheadedness, vertigo, and nausea (after 1 month in the building). Many people experienced similar problems. My Assistant […] Read More
When you forget to put on your sunglasses before stepping outside during the middle of the day, you probably immediately notice your eyes are sensitive to sunlight. You’ll squint, shield your eyes with your hand, and blink repeatedly until you put your sunglasses on. This is normal for anyone, and there’s a good reason why […] Read More
You know it when you feel it. You walk into an office or retail store, and whether it happens immediately or after a few minutes, it’s unmistakable. The fluorescent fixtures overhead are beaming out their flickering, harsh, and (at least to you) excessively bright light — and here comes trouble. No matter what others believe, […] Read More
Recently, you might have noticed more and more people wearing tinted glasses. It’s been a bit of a fad lately, and we’re not necessarily talking about tinted sunglasses, but tinted eyeglasses which may be used indoors. Some people wear tinted lenses just because they look cool (think Robert Downey, Jr.). But in any case, they […] Read More
This year, no other event has been more significant and influential as the ongoing global health crisis, and it’s easy to see why. The pandemic not only provided the world with an opportunity to engage in the biggest remote working experiment, but also pushed millions of educational institutions to employ distance learning in order to […] Read More