Many people wonder when to have cataract surgery. They have been told by their eye doctor that they have a cataract — a condition in which the natural lens in the eye becomes cloudy that generally affects people over the age of 55. Individuals with cataracts may have noticed that things look blurry, hazy, or… Continue Reading »
General Eye Care
Untreated Glaucoma Can Lead to Blindness
Glaucoma is a disease that causes damage to the optic nerve. In glaucoma the clear fluid in the front of the eye, known as the aqueous humor, does not flow out of the eye properly. How Glaucoma Damages the Eye Fluid pressure in the eye builds up and damages the optic nerve fibers. The optic… Continue Reading »
A New Alternative to Eye Drops for Treating Eye Injuries
Approximately two and a half million people sustain damage to their eyes each year. Physicians have traditionally relied on eye drops to treat injuries such as scratches and burns. However, there are drawbacks to using eye drops to treat eye irritation and injury. Drawbacks to Using Eye Drops The primary drawbacks to using eye drops… Continue Reading »
Eye Health Can Help Diagnose Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
During these dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re hearing more about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). This is in large part due to the fact that “long haulers” — those who have trouble shaking the disease — often suffer from CFS. What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a disorder characterized by… Continue Reading »
Corneal Abrasions: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatments
The cornea is the clear front window of the eye that transmits and focuses light into the eye. A corneal abrasion is a scratch or scrape on the cornea. Causes of Corneal Abrasions Corneal abrasions may occur for a variety of reasons, such as: something getting in the eye foreign matter getting stuck under the… Continue Reading »
9 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Vision through Everyday Eye Care
Coronavirus has all of us feeling a little on edge about seeing our doctors. It’s all the more reason to make a long-term commitment to foster healthier habits — many of which will improve your overall eye health, too. Here are a number of tips to help you maintain healthy vision and take better care… Continue Reading »