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Written answer: Recommended eye drops for dull eyes
Which eye drops would you recommend that can be bought over the counter (Boots, Superdrug etc), if you have slightly dull, brownish/yellowish whites (eyes).
Written answer: Can I just pop into my local store to have a look at a possible chalazion
I have a possible chalzion and was wondering is the only diagnosis to have a full eye test or could I just pop in my local store and get it checked out without full test. How much would this be?
Written answer: Can I have contact lenses because I do not like wearing glasses?
I had an eye test about a month ago and was told I needed glasses for driving because I drive a fork lift truck in my workplace. I asked about contact lenses and he said they could make them but he would not recommend them at the moment because I have never worn glasses before. He also said that my eyes where shaped like rugby balls. I have had the glasses now for three weeks and I still cannot get use to them. I do not like wearing them, they are very flimsy and although my vision is clearer I still think that they do not add any benefit to my eyes. Can I have contact lenses now because I just don’t like wearing glasses at all.
Written answer: Can I change my glasses that I bought last week because they don't suit me?
I bought glasses from Specsavers last week and now I have got them they don’t look nice, they don’t suit my face. Can I change them?
Written answer: Can an anti-refection coating be applied after the glasses have been made
I have recently bought some new glasses and declined the option to have the anti-reflective coating on the lenses. I am regretting that now and wondered if it was possible to have it added on now? I have only had the glasses two days so in brand new condition.
Written answer: Removal of skin tag on left lower lid margin
I have a skin tag almost 1/4 inch long protruding from my lower left lid margin, can it be removed and how?
Written answer: Using dry eye lubricating eye drops and can taste them!
I have a dryness in my eyes and l have tried to use eye drops from the pharmacy. But the funny thing is I can taste the eye drops in my mouth. Sometimes if I sleep without putting in eye drops I will wake up with stick eyes. What may be the cause of this?
Written answer: Should I get an eye test to rule out the cause for severe migraine
I’ve been having constant migraine for the past number of weeks. I’ve taken paracetamol, brufen and one other type of drugs prescribed by my doctor, but nothing is getting rid of the migraine permanently. I’ve had blood tests also and all was perfect. I wear glasses, and last had an eye test maybe 4-5 years ago, I’ve noticed no difference in my vision and am wondering should I get an eye test to rule this out as being a factor for my migraine?
Written answer: Little girl age eight is complaining of a bid splodge in eyes
My little girl (8) has told me she has been getting a big splodge in her eyes about the size of a tomato, she said sometime they are different colours, but this is affecting her vision and cannot focus on what she is doing. She has a squint eye and wears glasses. I’m taking her to see optician today. Can you put my mind at ease and tell me what this is?
Written answer: Excessive watering eyes
I have really excessive tearing, so much so it is really beginning to make my life unbearable and affect my eye sight. I have tried numerous drops, ones recommended by Specsavers and also medicated ones from the Doctors. Is there anything else I can do please?
