Eye Diseases
19
Oct
If your child has been diagnosed with myopia, then it means that they can see things nearby but objects far away look blurry. Myopia (commonly known as nearsightedness) is a condition that can affect people of all ages, and about 20 percent of children are diagnosed with this type of refractive error. In fact, myopia […]
05
Sep
Not only is an eye infection uncomfortable, but this health concern could lead to potential complications. It’s important to protect your eyes against infection so you can prevent vision loss, scarring, and other possible issues. When an infection happens, it means that your eye has been invaded by harmful bacteria, fungi, or viruses. As a […]
13
Feb
Aging is a normal and natural part of life. Not only do you gain wisdom over the years, but it is also common to experience a variety of health issues that impact daily living. The majority of people notice changes in their eyesight that get worse with time. Even though vision changes are expected as […]
18
Sep
Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” since it is an eye condition that can cause permanent vision loss with minimal symptoms in the early stages of the disease. This eye condition can occur in people of all ages and ethnicities, although it’s been found that certain risk factors increase the likelihood of […]
12
Jun
Most people are affected by vision loss as they age. Typically, age-related vision loss starts in your 40’s and continues to progress with time. It is estimated that 7 million people in the United States over the age of 65 have severe vision impairment. Types of Age-Related Vision Loss Some eye conditions can be corrected […]
11
Oct
According to the American Diabetes Association, it is estimated that more than 23.1 million Americans have diabetes, with an additional 7 million people who are undiagnosed. These numbers are staggering, especially when you consider the millions of others who are in pre-diabetic stages. While it is important to work with your general physician for diabetes […]
11
Jan
How much time do you spend looking at a digital screen each day? A large portion of the population works at a computer or uses a screen throughout the day, making computer eye strain an increasing problem. It is estimated that 90% of the people who work at computers are affected by Computer Vision Syndrome […]
12
Oct
When an eye is itchy and red, most people assume that it is a pink eye infection. While this eye disease is quite common, there are also other health conditions that might cause similar symptoms. Before you jump to conclusions, it is important that you learn more about pink eye. Then, you can talk with […]