General Ophthalmology

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

Keratitis: Causes and Treatments

Keratitis, also referred to as a corneal ulcer, is an inflammation or irritation of the cornea. There are two types of keratitis: infectious and noninfectious. Both are treatable and manageable if caught early. However, if left unchecked and untreated they can lead to vision loss. Infectious Keratitis Causes Keratitis [...]

Keratitis: Causes and Treatments

Food for Eye Health

As the holidays and the new year are quickly approaching, you might be looking for foods that improve your health. Luckily, many foods that make you look and feel better can help you see better, too. Like your heart, your eyes rely on arteries for oxygen and nutrients. If [...]

Food for Eye Health

Styes: What Are They and When Should You Be Concerned?

A stye, or hordeolum, is an inflamed oil gland on the edge of the eyelid that is typically caused by a bacterial infection. A stye presents itself as a painful, red, and swollen bump on the inside of the eyelid or on the lash line. In the beginning stages of [...]

Styes: What Are They and When Should You Be Concerned?

Entropion vs Ectropion

Eyelids that are functioning properly will seal tightly over the eyeball when closed. Not only does this allow the eye to stay moisturized by preventing tears from drying, but it also protects it from external harm. Entropion and ectropion refer to two different eyelid abnormalities affecting the eyelid’s structure [...]

Entropion vs Ectropion

Photophobia Overview

Photophobia is a heightened sensitivity to light, manifesting into pain or discomfort in the eyes or an avoidance reaction. Avoidance symptoms include squinting, frequent blinking, and finding sunlight or indoor light bothersome. The diagnosis of this condition entails questions regarding health history, so a comprehensive eye exam and, if [...]

Photophobia Overview

Poor Vision due to Night Blindness

Night blindness is a type of vision impairment that occurs when the eyes transition from a bright environment to a dimly lit one. Those with night blindness experience poor vision at night making it difficult for them to drive safely, or perform other daily activities. Individuals suffering from nearsightedness, [...]

Poor Vision due to Night Blindness

July is UV Safety Month: Protect your Eyes

Protecting your eyes is just as vital as caring for your skin. There are two UV rays present in sunlight; UV-A and UV-B. UV-A rays primarily penetrate the skin, speeding up the aging process, while UV-B rays produce sunburns on the skin. Over time, exposure to sunlight may increase [...]

July is UV Safety Month: Protect your Eyes

Aqueous Humor Overview

Aqueous Humor is a thin and transparent fluid produced by the eye. The fluid contains 99.9% water and 0.1% sugars, proteins, vitamins, and other nutrients. Nutrients like amino acids and glucose help maintain the eye in a pressurized state, as the fluid nourishes the lens and maintains the shape [...]

Aqueous Humor Overview

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