Annerie Erasmus Optometrist

13/06/2026

10/06/2026

Myopia (short-sightedness) is growing at alarming rates, especially in children 📈 By 2050, half the world's population is projected to be myopic. More screen time and less outdoor play are key drivers. The good news? OrthoK, atropine drops, MiSight lenses can all slow progression. Early intervention matters.

Curios as to what Myopia patients see?
Try our Myopia Vision Simulator: https://myopia-simulator.vercel.app/

05/06/2026

💧 Which Dry Eye Symptom Are You?

Watery eyes, burning, irritation, tired eyes or stinging discomfort? Dry eye symptoms don’t always feel the same.

Discover patient-friendly guidance on Systane™ COMPLETE Preservative-Free and learn more about dry eye support through your practice website.

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03/06/2026

Retinal photography gives us a detailed window into your overall health not just your eyes 📸👁 Through the retina, we can detect early signs of glaucoma, diabetes, hypertension, and even neurological conditions before you have any symptoms at all. Ask your optometrist if retinal imaging is part of your exam.

28/05/2026

Keratoconus is a progressive condition where the cornea thins and bulges into a cone shape, causing severely distorted vision 🔬 It typically appears in teens and young adults. Early diagnosis allows for corneal cross-linking a treatment that halts progression. Specialty contact lenses can dramatically improve vision quality. Don't ignore blurry or ghosted vision.

27/05/2026

Sleep and your eyes 😴👁️

Not getting enough sleep doesn't just make you tired — it affects your eyes too.

Poor sleep can cause:
😶 Eye twitching (myokymia)
🔴 Redness and irritation
💧 Dry, itchy eyes
😵 Light sensitivity
🌫️ Blurry or strained vision

Aim for 7–9 hours. Your eyes do a lot of repair work while you rest.

Sweet dreams and clear mornings. 🌙

20/05/2026

🕶️ Are your sunglasses actually hurting your eyes?

Did you know?

Wearing dark lenses without 100% UV protection can do more damage than wearing no shades at all.

When it's dark, your pupils dilate (open wider). If your lenses don't have a UV block, you’re actually letting more harmful UV light straight into your eyes—increasing the risk of cataracts and long-term damage. 😬

How to stay safe this summer:
☀️ Look for tags that explicitly say "100% UV Protection" or "UV 400."
☀️ Bring your favorite pair into our clinic! We can test them to make sure your eyes are truly protected.

👇 Comment below: Aviators, Wayfarers, or Oversized?

28/04/2026

Contact lenses really are life-changing, but they come with a few ground rules worth taking seriously 👁💧

Some of the most common mistakes we see?

Sleeping in daily lenses, stretching monthlies way past their expiry date, or skipping proper cleaning. These habits might seem harmless, but they can lead to painful corneal infections that no one wants to deal with.

Every pair of eyes is different, which is why your optometrist is the best person to help you figure out the right lens type, how long you should actually be wearing them, and how to keep things clean and comfortable for your eyes specifically.