Author: Shinagawa Lasik & Aesthetics

Allergic conjunctivitis is one of the most common reasons Filipinos experience itchy, red, watery eyes—especially during high pollen seasons, dusty days, or after exposure to allergens at home. It affects the conjunctiva, the clear membrane that covers the white of…

Rare eye conditions are often unfamiliar to most people, yet they can have a profound impact on vision and quality of life. These disorders affect only a small portion of the population, but many of them lead to progressive vision…

When something suddenly irritates your eye, your instinct might be to rush to the sink and rinse it with water. It feels natural and convenient, especially at home or at work. But is it actually safe to rinse your eyes…

Being “legally blind” is often misunderstood. Many Filipinos think it refers to someone who cannot see at all, but this is not always the case. Legal blindness has a specific official classification used by the Philippine government to determine disability…

A Comprehensive Eye Screening is one of the most important steps in safeguarding your vision and overall ocular health. Unlike a simple vision screening or a quick prescription check, this type of exam provides a full evaluation of the eyes,…

Millions of Filipinos struggle with blurred vision every day — some cannot see distant road signs clearly, while others find it hard to read up close. These common vision issues are called nearsightedness (myopia) and farsightedness (hyperopia), both known as…

Keratoconus is a complex eye condition that changes the way we see the world—literally. It gradually thins and bulges the cornea into a cone-like shape, leading to distorted and blurred vision. While modern treatments such as Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking (CXL)…