When people visit their Ophthalmologist or Eye M.D. they expect to be asked about any medical conditions they may have. But did you ever wonder why your Eye Doctor inquires about the medications that you take? The reason is that a number of medications can sometimes affect your eyes. Common Eye-related Side Effects of Medications… Continue Reading »
Serious Eye Problems
Eyes Looking in Different Directions? It Could be Duane Syndrome
Duane syndrome is a congenital type of strabismus (a disorder in which the eyes don’t look in exactly the same direction at the same time). Where most forms of strabismus leave side-to-side eye movements intact, in Duane syndrome the “wiring” of the eye muscles gets mixed, and movement of eye(s) becomes limited in certain directions…. Continue Reading »
Migraines and Ocular Migraines: Vision, Causes and Treatment
Migraines are a common neurological condition. 15-20% of people suffer from migraines, and 50% of women have them. Visual Disturbances During Migraines A classic migraine starts with visual symptoms, such as zigzag lines, colored lights or flashes of lights. They are followed by a severe headache on one side of the head. Nausea, vomiting and… Continue Reading »
Temporary Blindness in One Eye (Amaurosis Fugax)
Amaurosis Fugax is a strange sounding name for a temporary loss of vision in one eye. The vision loss is sudden and usually recovers over a period of minutes. It is painless and not associated with any other symptoms. Causes of Temporary Blindness in One Eye Temporary blindness occurs because the blood supply to the… Continue Reading »
7 Causes of Night Blindness (Poor Night Vision)
There are many possible causes of poor night vision, or at the extreme, night blindness, also known as nyctalopia. Symptoms of Night Blindness The sole symptom of night blindness is difficulty seeing in the dark. You’re more likely to experience night blindness when your eyes transition from a bright environment to an area of low… Continue Reading »
Bell’s Palsy and How it Affects Your Eyes
Bell’s Palsy is a condition that causes certain facial muscles to weaken or become paralyzed. It occurs when the seventh cranial nerve becomes inflamed. Usually Bell’s Palsy affects only one side of the face. Symptoms of Bell’s Palsy There are a number of signs and symptoms of Bell’s Palsy. These include: facial numbness weakness or… Continue Reading »