Itching, watering, redness, and other irritating eye symptoms may be caused by a few different factors. It is important to pay attention to ocular symptoms so that we may begin to uncover their origin. Usually, a little eye irritation is no big deal and will pass with time and rest. It could be that we’ve… Read More »
You may know that it is essential to maintain regular eye exams with your ophthalmologist. This eye professional goes beyond checking your vision. They observe various functions and parts of your eyes that are involved in providing you with the clearest vision possible for as long as possible. Your routine eye exams measure pressure, observe… Read More »
According to statistics, more than half of elderly Americans are affected by cataracts. This may help explain why more than 3.5 million cataract surgeries are performed annually in our country. When a condition is as prevalent as cataracts, and surgery is so integral to positive outcomes, there are bound to be promising advances in treatment.… Read More »
When people think about their eye health, what typically gets their focus is their general vision. The common school of thought often goes something like “I see well, so there’s nothing wrong.” In the case of glaucoma, that idea couldn’t be farther from the truth. That’s why we want to discuss this potentially serious eye… Read More »
Eye pain can be concerning when you’re not sure about the cause. Here, we fill you in on some of the common conditions you should be aware of so you can determine when you may need to see the doctor. First, we should differentiate between the two primary categories of eye pain: Ocular pain is… Read More »
Cataracts affect approximately 1 in 6 Americans over the age of 40. This condition is irreversible and continues to worsen until the clouded natural lenses are replaced with clear, intraocular lenses. The period in between the onset of cataracts and an enormous toll on daily living can vary from one person to another. In time,… Read More »
People who get a scratch on the eye don’t usually stop and think of the term “corneal abrasion” to describe what has happened. They just know that their eye hurts and they want to feel better. A corneal abrasion is a pretty common injury. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, a good number… Read More »
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Posted on: Jun 30 2021
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By: editor
According to statistics, more than 90% of people are expected to develop cataracts at some point in their lifetime. To be more specific, even, experts say that cataracts typically develop by age 65. The condition, historically associated with old age and involving clouding of the eye’s natural lens, can develop much earlier than age 65… Read More »
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Posted on: Jun 15 2021
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By: editor
Eye comfort is something we can easily take for granted. For the most part, we can rely on the glands in the eyes to produce high-quality tears to lubricate the ocular surface. In certain conditions, the treat film may evaporate more quickly than it should. The result is uncomfortable dryness and other symptoms. Statistics show… Read More »
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Posted on: May 30 2021
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By: editor
Diabetic retinopathy is a potentially serious condition that can ultimately lead to blindness. It develops when a person’s blood sugar is frequently or persistently elevated. When blood glucose levels are too high for too long, the retina and surrounding blood vessels can sustain damage. This happens because the blood vessels in the eye are very… Read More »
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Posted on: May 15 2021
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By: editor