Glaucoma is an eye condition characterized by increased pressure within the eye that causes gradual loss of sight. Many people have heard that marijuana lowers eye pressure, so naturally they want to know whether they should use it to treat their glaucoma. So what’s our verdict? Is Marijuana Good for Treating Glaucoma? Smoking or ingesting… Continue Reading »
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The Danger of Seeing Double Vision (aka Diplopia)
Double vision, or Diplopia, is an eye problem that should never be ignored. Specifically, double vision is the perception of two images of a single object seen adjacent to each other (horizontally, vertically, or obliquely), or overlapping each other. Double vision is referred to as “monocular” when the doubled image is perceived by an eye… Continue Reading »
Dry Eyes: Everything You Need to Know
Many people experience the discomfort of dry eyes. Dry eyes occur when the eyes aren’t sufficiently moisturized, leading to burning, redness and irritation. Many Symptoms of Dry Eyes Moisture and lubrication are essential for proper vision and comfort. When there is a problem in the tear system, patients may have a range of symptoms, including:… Continue Reading »
10 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Getting Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease that usually occurs after age 60. It progressively destroys the macula — the central portion of the retina — impairing central vision. AMD is the Primary Cause of Vision Loss According to the blindness and visual impairment project of the World Health Organization, AMD is the primary… Continue Reading »