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
Read PostWhat 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
Read PostWhat 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
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…
May 11, 2020
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…
May 4, 2020
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)…
April 25, 2020