Photokeratitis and pterygium are two eye conditions linked to ultraviolet (UV) exposure, but they affect the eye in different ways. Photokeratitis is a temporary injury to the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, caused by intense UV exposure. A pterygium is a growth of tissue on the eye’s surface that develops after repeated irritation and sun exposure. Both […]
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Long days in the sun. Saltwater. Wind. Glare off the ocean. If you live in San Luis Obispo County and spend time surfing, boating, or at the beach, your eyes face constant environmental stress. Over time, that exposure can lead to irritation, dry eye, and even permanent changes like surfer’s eye. At ADV Vision, Adam Abroms helps patients […]
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As the fall season brings cooler temperatures and crisp breezes in San Luis Obispo, many people mistakenly believe that the risk of sun damage decreases. But did you know that ultraviolet (UV) rays remain strong even in the fall? Prolonged exposure to UV rays can contribute to serious eye conditions like pterygium and cataracts. At […]
Read MoreADV Vision has offices in San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Santa Maria, California, as well as Surgery Center in San Luis Obispo.
