by Dr. Michael Garin | Feb 2, 2026 | Eye Conditions, Glaucoma
When you think about glaucoma care, eye drops, laser treatments, or surgery probably come to mind. But new research suggests that something much simpler—how you sleep—may also affect eye pressure. A study published in January 2026 in the British Journal of...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jan 17, 2026 | Cataracts, Eye Conditions
Why You Are Taking Steroids If you have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), your doctor may prescribe steroid medications. These medicines help reduce swelling and inflammation in your airways, making it easier to breathe. Steroids can be inhaled (through an...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jan 12, 2026 | Eye Infections / Disease
Overview Blepharitis is a common, usually non-contagious condition that causes chronic inflammation of the eyelid margins. It affects people of all ages and is often associated with bacterial overgrowth, meibomian gland dysfunction, rosacea, or seborrheic dermatitis....
by Dr. Michael Garin | Dec 6, 2025 | Children, Eye Care, Eye Conditions, Myopia
Myopia-often called nearsightedness-is becoming increasingly common in children, and for many families, the biggest concern is whether it will continue to worsen over time. “Progressive myopia” refers to nearsightedness that steadily increases during childhood and...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Oct 1, 2025 | Cataracts, Eye Conditions
RxSight’s Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) is a special kind of intraocular lens (IOL). In cataract surgery, the cloudy natural lens is removed and replaced with an IOL so you can see clearly again. Unlike normal IOLs, the LAL is adjustable after surgery. That means that...
