Shon Prasad

Shon Prasad Clinical Optometrist | Dry Eye & Soft Contact Lens expertise

14/04/2026

Presbyopia = age-related loss of near focusing 👓

It happens when the eye’s natural lens becomes less flexible over time, making it harder to focus up close.

Typically starts around 40–45 years old
But patients may notice it earlier if: • They do lots of near work
• Are hyperopic
• Or in certain lighting conditions

Common signs: • Holding your phone further away
• Needing brighter light to read
• Eye strain or headaches with near tasks

This isn’t a disease — it’s a normal part of ageing (like wrinkles, but for your eyes)

If near vision is changing, it’s time for an eye test — even if distance vision is still “perfect”

13/04/2026

Screens, gaming, kids on iPads 🎮📱 — is it causing myopia?

These are all linked to increasing rates of myopia (short-sightedness) in kids.

What we’re seeing more of:
👓 Earlier onset of myopia
📈 Faster progression
🌏 Rising prevalence worldwide

What actually helps:
• More outdoor time (aim 2+ hours/day)
• Regular breaks
• Appropriate working distance
• Early eye checks

It’s about balance — screens aren’t going anywhere, but habits matter.

10/04/2026

Reading in the dark 👀 — bad for your eyes?

Not quite.

It won’t damage your eyes or make your vision worse, but it can cause:
• Eye strain
• Headaches
• Temporary blur

That’s because your eyes have to work harder in low light.

Simple fix: better lighting, bigger text, and regular breaks.

If you’re getting symptoms even in good lighting, it might be time for an eye check.

and I checking out during placement to hear the stories and hear the brands out there! What a fit out! Really great ch...
09/04/2026

and I checking out during placement to hear the stories and hear the brands out there!

What a fit out! Really great chatting with the Owner Mike and hearing his journey as an Optometrist 😁

06/04/2026

Everyone knows flashes and floaters 🚨 but here are other early warning signs of eye problems you shouldn’t ignore:

1. Pain – eyes shouldn’t hurt. Can indicate conditions like keratitis (especially in contact lens wearers), uveitis, or acute angle-closure glaucoma.

2. Vision loss or blur – sudden or progressive changes matter. Think retinal detachment, macular disease, or corneal infection (higher risk if you wear contact lenses).

3. One eye vs both eyes – one eye symptoms may suggest something local (e.g. keratitis, retinal detachment), while both eyes could point to systemic or neurological causes (e.g. optic neuritis).

4. Photophobia (light sensitivity) – common in anterior uveitis, corneal abrasions, or keratitis.

If something feels off, get it checked early. Your eyes don’t give many warnings—don’t ignore the ones they do.

05/04/2026

Common eye conditions I see in clinic 👁️

Most of the time, it’s simple:
• People who just need glasses
• Myopia (short-sightedness)
• Dry eyes
• Eye injuries

But even the common things can impact daily life — from screen strain to blurred vision and discomfort.

And occasionally, what seems minor can be something more — which is why a proper eye examination matters.

This is general information only. Every patient is different, and your optometrist will guide you based on your individual needs.

If your vision isn’t feeling right, it’s worth getting it checked.

03/04/2026

How often should you get an eye test? 👀

For most people, every 2 years is a good guide.
But you may need to come in more often if you have vision changes, wear contact lenses, have diabetes, a family history of eye disease, or are over 65.

Regular eye exams aren’t just about glasses — they can pick up early signs of eye and general health conditions.

This is general information only — your optometrist will recommend a schedule based on your individual needs.

If something doesn’t feel right with your vision, don’t wait — get it checked.

03/04/2026

Can you have perfect vision but still have eye problems? 👁️

Yes.

You can see 20/20 and still have underlying eye disease with no obvious symptoms.

Some conditions develop silently — including retinal changes, glaucoma, and even rare but serious conditions like choroidal melanoma.

That’s why eye tests aren’t just about how well you see — they’re about checking the health of your eyes.

This is general information only. Your optometrist will recommend appropriate examination intervals based on your individual needs.

If you notice any sudden changes in vision, flashes, floaters, or shadows — get it checked promptly.

Did you know there is a 50% increase in dementia with poor vision from cataracts. And reversing the vision loss from cat...
01/04/2026

Did you know there is a 50% increase in dementia with poor vision from cataracts. And reversing the vision loss from cataracts can actually reverse the effects of dementia.

A great evening at by Ramsay Health Caloundra private hospital! Fantastic speakers and delicious food.

26/03/2026

Tears Again® Liposomal Spray is designed to support the lipid layer of the tear film, helping reduce evaporation — which is a common cause of dry eye symptoms.

How to use it:
• Close your eyes
• Hold the spray about 10 cm from the eyelids
• Spray 1–2 times onto the closed eyelids
• Gently blink afterwards to spread the liposomes across the tear film

Because it’s applied to the closed eyelids, it can be a great option for people who struggle with traditional eye drops.

Helpful for patients with evaporative dry eye, meibomian gland dysfunction, or contact lens discomfort.

26/03/2026

NovaTears® is a unique preservative-free dry eye drop designed to target evaporative dry eye.

Its active ingredient is perfluorohexyloctane, a water-free, semifluorinated alkane that spreads across the ocular surface to help stabilise the lipid layer and reduce tear evaporation.

Because it contains no water and no preservatives, it can be particularly helpful for patients with meibomian gland dysfunction or evaporative dry eye symptoms.

It also is a unique formulation to help with lid wiper epithelialopathy in my own experience.

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