Autism is a disorder characterized by challenges in communication, socialization, learning, behavior, and the appropriate use of play or leisure time. As a spectrum disorder, there are a wide range of symptoms, skills, and levels of disability in functioning for those with Autism. As such, routine doctor visits can become much more challenging. Determining Visual… Continue Reading »
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12 Fun Facts About the Eyes
The eye is a truly remarkable organ. Here are twelve fun facts about the eyes that you may not be aware of. Size and weight — Eyes are about 1 inch in diameter and weigh about a quarter of an ounce. Colors — The human eye can differentiate about 10 million different colors. Complex —… Continue Reading »
2 Reasons to Avoid Color-Changing “Costume” Contact Lenses
While some people want to wear spooky looking contact lenses for Halloween, often the result of that decision is truly horrifying. Unfortunately, every Ophthalmologist (Eye M.D.) has heard scary stories about the use of non-prescription or over-the-counter contact lenses. Reason #1: Costume Lenses Can Scratch the Cornea If contacts are not professionally fitted to the… Continue Reading »
New Technology to Predict the Risk of Glaucoma Progression
Glaucoma is a disease of high pressure in the eye characterized by damage to the optic nerve, which can lead to vision loss. Technology Advances to Predict Glaucoma Progression At present, disease progression is monitored through comprehensive eye examinations. In office testing can include measuring eye pressure and assessing a patient’s central and peripheral vision… Continue Reading »
Blind Man Receives a “Bionic Eye” Implant and is Able to See
Back in 2015, Allen Zderad, a legally blind man from Minnesota, received a retinal prosthesis which gave him the opportunity to see again for the first time in a decade. What Caused the Man’s Blindness? Zderad, a patient at the Mayo Clinic, is affected by retinitis pigmentosa. Retinitis pigmentosa is an inherited condition that causes… Continue Reading »
How Zika Virus Impacts the Eyes and Ocular Health
These days, everyone is consumed with the COVID-19 virus (and for good reason). But it wasn’t long before the Coronavirus pandemic struck that Zika virus dominated the news. What is Zika Virus? The Zika infection, usually transmitted by mosquito (less often through sexual intercourse), is rarely life threatening. The symptoms most commonly reported are: fever… Continue Reading »