Glaucoma is a condition most often associated with increased pressure within the eye. Over time it leads to damage to the optic nerve and loss of vision. In addition, Glaucoma is the most common cause of blindness in people over 60 years old, but it can also affect children. Research in predicting, treating and preventing… Continue Reading »
Serious Eye Problems
What is a Stye? (aka Hordeolum) Stye Symptoms and Treatments
What is a Stye? A Stye (also known as a Hordeolum) is a small, red, painful lump that grows from the base of the eyelash or from under the eyelid. They are most commonly caused by a bacterial infection. There are two types of Styes. Two Types: External and Internal The external Stye starts at… Continue Reading »
Can You Really Get Herpes In Your Eye?
Yes — it is, unfortunately, possible to get Herpes in the eye. This viral infection is called Herpes Keratitis, and it is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). There are two types of HSV. Type I is the most common. It causes the cold sore or fever blister. Type II is the sexually transmitted… Continue Reading »
More Advanced Eye Disease Resulting During COVID
Due to the fear of infection and restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a significant decrease in visits to physicians. Some patients have elected to skip their recommended appointments. Unfortunately, as a result of skipping recommended office visits, serious eye diseases have continued to progress. At Atlantic Medical Eye Care, we are… Continue Reading »
5 Eye Problems that Can Occur as You Get Older
While many people know that elderly people need to see the Ophthalmologist or Eye MD more frequently than young people, they may not know why. Unfortunately, there are a number of eye conditions that occur with age. 1. Cataracts A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens in the eye. It is the result… Continue Reading »
Lazy Eye (aka Amblyopia): Symptoms, Treatment and Hope
Amblyopia, also known as lazy eye, is partial or complete vision loss in one eye caused by abnormal visual development early in life. This eye condition is often characterized by a “lazy” eye that wanders inward or outward. Symptoms of Lazy Eye Symptoms of Amblyopia include: misalignment of the eyes, or strabismus eyes that don’t… Continue Reading »