Can You Prevent Cataracts from Getting Worse? featured image

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…

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June 11, 2020

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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…

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June 4, 2020

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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…

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May 25, 2020

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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…

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May 18, 2020

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Can Eye Floaters Be Dangerous?

Occasionally, you may see small spots that seem to “float” in your field of vision. These are commonly known as floaters. Floaters are usually caused…

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May 11, 2020

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Cataract Surgery Options

Cataracts are a cloudiness that forms in the normally clear lens of the eye, leading to decreased vision. Although cataracts are a leading cause of…

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May 4, 2020

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What Causes Tumors Behind the Eye?

Eye tumors are composed of cells that grow abnormally and create a mass. There are many types of eye tumors; they can be benign (non-cancerous)…

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April 25, 2020

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What Kind of Sedation is Used for Cataract Surgery?

Cataracts are a common age-related condition where the lens of the eye starts to become cloudy. This leads to progressive vision impairment. Cataracts are easily…

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April 18, 2020

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The Latest in Retinal Surgical Instruments

Check out these articles from “Ophthalmology Times” and “Review of Ophthalmology”, regarding some of the latest advancements in Retinal Surgery. https://www.ophthalmologytimes.com/technology/new-vitreoretinal-tools-advancing-surgical-outcomes/page/0/2…

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April 15, 2020

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What Causes Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions which result in vision loss. The back of your eye continuously makes a clear fluid called aqueous humor.

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April 11, 2020