When is Retinal Detachment Most Likely?
Retinal detachment is a serious medical emergency and is characterized by the separation of the retina from the back of the eye. Without urgent treatment,…
July 25, 2020
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Stages of Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes which affects the small blood vessels in the lining at the back of the eye. This lining…
July 18, 2020
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What Vitamins are in PreserVision AREDS 2?
Vitamins are essential nutrients required by the body to function normally and there are many diseases and health related issues that may arise from a…
July 11, 2020
How Do Our Eyes Work?
Our eyes work in a similar way to a camera. When we look at an object, light reflected from the object enters the eyes through…
July 4, 2020
What Happens When You Have Macular Degeneration?
Macular degeneration, also called age-related macular degeneration or AMD, is a common cause of blindness and vision problems among older people. AMD damages the macula,…
June 25, 2020
What is a Retina Test?
A healthy retina is essential to maintaining clear vision and overall eye function. A retinal examination consists of several tests which allow your doctor to…
June 18, 2020
Can You Prevent Cataracts from Getting Worse?
A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that occurs naturally with age. Cataracts affect nearly 22 million Americans age 40 and…
June 11, 2020
How Fast Does Diabetic Retinopathy Progress?
Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes which affects the small blood vessels in the lining at the back of the eye. This lining…
June 4, 2020
What Causes a Macular Hole?
A macular hole is a small break in the macula, located in the center of the eye’s light-sensitive tissue called the retina. The macula provides…
May 25, 2020
How is Macular Edema Diagnosed?
Macular edema is a swelling or thickening of the eye’s macula, the part of the eye responsible for detailed, central vision. The macula is a…
May 18, 2020