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Category: Vision Problems

Vision Problems

What Does a Minus (-) or Plus (+) Sign Mean on Your Eye Prescription?

What Does a Minus (-) or Plus (+) Sign Mean on Your Eye Prescription?

If you’ve ever walked out of an eye exam holding a slip of paper covered in numbers, abbreviations, and plus or minus signs and wondered what it all means, you’re not alone. Here’s a plain-language breakdown of the numbers on your prescription and what they tell you about your vision. The Minus Sign: Nearsightedness (Myopia) …

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Glare and Halos

Glare and Halos

Glare and halos are both eye symptoms that some people experience around bright lights. Halos show up as bright circles around a light source. Glare is light that interferes with your vision, making it difficult to see or sometimes making your eyes water. These symptoms can show up at any time of the day. Halos …

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