General Ophthalmology

Read educational blog posts related to general Ophthalmology conditions, diseases, and more by Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute.

Why is it Dangerous to Sleep with Contacts?

Photo by suanie Contact lenses are like sponges with tiny holes that permit entry of water and any other substance into the lens. With time, harmful materials may accumulate within the lens. These substances, which may include infectious agents, can penetrate the surface of the [...]

Dry Eyes After Menopause

Dry eye syndrome is frequently experienced by women after menopause. In the past, this was assumed to be caused by falling levels of estrogen. Men also experience dry eyes, but about ten years later, on average, than women do. Recent research has revealed that falling levels of androgen, the male [...]

Celebrating 1 Year in our New Office Serving our Patients

Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute, provider of world class Ophthalmology care would like to invite you to celebrate our first full year in our new office located in Plantation, Florida. This office was designed to provide a pleasant environment and state of the art examination rooms for our Ophthalmologists. Our new [...]

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month

Glaucoma awareness is important because of its harmful effects should this disease go undetected. If someone were going to design a disease to cause as much harm as possible, they would be wise to study glaucoma as a model. They would want a disease that mimics glaucoma in that it [...]

Common Eye Problems

The best course of action if you are experiencing eye problems is to have a checkup. Some eye problems are minor but some can lead to a permanent loss of vision if not detected early and treated. Common eye problems such as cataracts and glaucoma can be diagnosed through a [...]

Difference Between Near and Farsighted

Both are refractive conditions, meaning that they are problems related to how the light is focused as it enters the eye. Ideally, as light enters the eye, without any additional effort, the light would be perfectly focused onto the inside lining of the eye which detects the light, called the [...]

How does the Beach Affect My Eyes?

When you decide to go to the beach typically you gather a few things to bring with you: • Sun screen for your skin • Water to keep hydrated • Food to keep your energy up. Your eyes require just as much protection from the sun as your skin. The [...]

8 Reasons to Consider Laser Vision Correction Surgery

Over the past couple of years laser vision correction surgery has become a popular choice due to the cost decreasing. Laser vision correction surgery is a relatively simple procedure and the vast majority of people have positive experiences. 1. No more eye glasses Gone will be the days of having [...]

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