Ophthalmology Conditions and Diseases | Page 4 of 14

Bacterial Keratitis Overview

Bacterial keratitis is a corneal infection and is often referred to as a ‘corneal ulcer.’ Symptoms include reduced vision, light sensitivity, pain, and excessive tearing or discharge from your eye. It is typically caused by contact lens use, especially when a person sleeps in their contact lenses. It can be [...]

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Uveitis Overview

Uveitis is the inflammation of the uvea. Three parts make up the uvea; iris, ciliary body, and choroid. The uvea’s importance in the eye is to provide blood flow to the deep layers of the retina. When the uvea is inflamed, it causes eye injury and inflammatory diseases. There are [...]

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Optic Neuritis

Optic neuritis is a swelling of the optic nerve in the eye. The optic nerve transmits light signals from the back of your eye to the brain, allowing you to see. You will experience issues with vision clarity, if your optic nerve is swollen, damaged, or infected. Optic neuritis is [...]

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Healthy Eating for Eyes

Healthy eating is correlated to overall eye health. Eye-healthy nutrition can include eggs, broccoli, spinach, kale, tuna, salmon, tuna, green peas, oranges, etc. They contain vitamins and nutrients good for our vision, such as zinc, vitamin A, C, E, omega 3, lutein, and zeaxanthin. Our eyes rely on tiny arteries [...]

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Glaucoma Awareness Month

Glaucoma affects people of all ages, but it is most prevalent in the elderly and middle-aged. It is a group of eye diseases that cause gradual damage to the optic nerve, resulting in vision loss. There are no visible symptoms. Therefore, this disease progresses slowly and is difficult to detect. [...]

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Halloween Safety Month

A spooky holiday is upon us and although it is an event that requires playful costumes, trick or treat, and parties, it is crucial to understand the safety behind it. As tempting as it may be to complete the ghoulish ensemble, avoid costume features that fully or partially obstruct your [...]

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Healthy Aging Awareness Month

Our eyes age just as we do. Aging brings about changes in eyesight, and overall optical health. In observance of Healthy Aging Month, we join the American Academy of Ophthalmology in raising awareness of the symptoms of vision loss and the necessary eye care steps to prevent it. “One in [...]

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Dry Eye Syndrome

Monday marks the beginning of a new work week, and comes with its own set of obstacles to overcome. We often forget to take a quick break from our computer, and mobile devices throughout the day, causing ourselves a great deal of eye strain. Focusing on a screen for extended [...]

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