Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease that affects the transmission of signals from nerves to muscles. Ocular Myasthenia Gravis is a type of MG that only affects the eyes and eyelid movement. Symptoms of Ocular Myasthenia Gravis Symptoms of Ocular Myasthenia Gravis include: drooping of one or both eyelids (ptosis) blurred vision double vision… Continue Reading »
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How Lyme Disease Can Affect the Eyes (2020 Edition)
The fall is often a time of outdoor joy, as families go apple picking and later on, pumpkin picking. But the fall is also a time when ticks are at their worst. The combination of outdoor activities and ticks leads to a rise in Lyme disease cases every autumn. What is Lyme Disease? Lyme disease… Continue Reading »
New Hope for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration) occurs when the small central portion of the retina, known as the macula, deteriorates. Not only is AMD a common eye condition, it is also a leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 50. The Drug Tamoxifen May Provide AMD Relief Many people are familiar with the… 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 »
Yoga May Be Bad for Those with Glaucoma
Yoga is a physical discipline that boasts numerous health benefits, including improving your flexibility and muscle strength. It’s a good form of exercise during COVID-19 quarantine, as it can be done at home. And it’s good for your overall health – EXCEPT when it comes to glaucoma. Glaucoma is an eye disease in which fluid… Continue Reading »
Protecting Your Eyes During the COVID-19 Pandemic
There has been a lot of information in the news about COVID-19 (aka Coronavirus). You are probably aware that COVID may be passed from one person to another when an infected person coughs or talks, since viral particles can flow from one person’s mouth or nose and be inhaled by nearby people. Similarly, the virus… Continue Reading »