1)   I get irritation in my eyes each time I’m exposed to the mid-day sun. Is it some kind of eye disease?

 What you are experiencing is what we call Photophobia; a symptom of excessive sensitivity to light. This happens when the iris is unable to constrict enough to reduce the light entering the eye, thus causing irritation or even pain. This condition is usually associated to several medical conditions, related to the eye or the nervous system. Some common disorders such as conjunctivitis, cataracts & migraine may also lead to photophobia.

We suggest that you get yourself a pair of sunglasses and avoid direct exposure to sun light or florescent tubes. Check with an eye specialist for further treatment.

2)   Do I need to wear sunglasses even if the sun doesn’t bother my eyes?

Yes! definitely, whenever you are exposed to the sun, you should put on sunglasses with Ultraviolet (UV) -Protection to avoid irreversible damages to your eyes. UV rays are invisible radiation found in the sunlight that has the devastating ability to penetrate and change the structure of your body cells. Hence, risking your to eye diseases such as burned cornea, age-related macular degeneration & cataracts.

3)   I heard a lot about cataracts cases, what is it actually? Are cataracts found only in         the older age people?

Cataracts are protein layers clumped up on the surface of the eye’s natural lens, causing one’s vision to deteriorate or be blurred. Cataracts form due to certain reasons such as Ultraviolet exposure, diabetes and yes, advanced age. Studies show that nearly half the population has a cataract by the age of 65. Though without any scientific prove, it is sometime said that we may slow down the development of cataract by putting on ultraviolet-protecting sunglasses and taking in antioxidants such as vitamin C and E.  

4)   I heard that wrinkles around eye are at time associated with the sun, is that true?

Yes, as mentioned earlier, you will be exposed to harmful Ultraviolet every time you are in contact with the sun. Ultraviolet can further be divided into Ultraviolet-A (which causes wrinkles) and Ultraviolet-B (Harmful eye damage/cataracts). Therefore it’s important that you get yourself a good pair of sunglasses to protect yourself from those UV-A rays. Sunglasses also help you to lessen the squinting of your eyes which will drastically cut down any wrinkle formation.  

5)   I’ve got a pair of really dark sunglasses; does it mean that I’m protected from UV rays?  

Not necessary. Most people assume that the darkness of the lens is what protects their eyes.  The fact is that the degree of darkness has no effect on UV rays. Some light tinted sunglasses may have better Ultraviolet-protection then a darker coated lens. Therefore you must get sunglasses with a certified Ultraviolet protection to ensure your eyes are well protected.

6)   What is the difference between Pinguecula and Pterygium

Pinguecula is a yellowish growth that forms on the conjunctiva (a thin membrane that covers the surface of the inner eyelid and the white part of the eyeball). It usually appears on either side of the cornea or the nasal side.

Pterygium has the similar symptoms as Pinguecula, but unlike Pinguecula, Pterygium may have blood vessels associated with them, and it may grow over the cornea which will affect one’s vision.

Both Pinguecula and Pterygium are usually associated with high level of Ultraviolet exposure.

7)   I saw this advertisement claiming that polycarbonate lenses are actually bulletproof? How true is that?

We definitely wouldn’t risk testing our glasses with a bullet, but yes, polycarbonate is the material used in making “bullet proof” windows. Unlike other lenses, polycarbonate lenses can withstand great force without getting its lenses shattered or cracked. Why don’t you drop by one of our outlets to have our staff demonstrate the toughness of these polycarbonate lenses?

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