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Uveitis treatment

Uveitis is the inflammation of the uvea, which is the pigmented layer that lies between the inner retina and the outer fibrous layer composed of the sclera and cornea.

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February 17, 2017

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Wet Macular Degeneration Symptoms

Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration or AMD, occurs frequently among older people. There are two forms of macular degeneration: wet and dry.

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February 17, 2017

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What Are Symptoms of Retinitis Pigmentosa?

Retinitis pigmentosa is a common hereditary progressive retinal disease that typically has a poor prognosis. Most cases start in one eye and eventually involves both eyes. Many people have a family history of the disease.

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February 17, 2017

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What Causes Macular Degeneration?

Macular degeneration is an eye condition that commonly affects senior citizens, though it can appear in anyone.

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February 17, 2017

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What Causes Retinal Detachment?

If you or someone you know suddenly experience a sensation like a curtain has been pulled over the eye, or are suddenly seeing floaters or light flashes, this could be a retinal detachment.

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February 17, 2017

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What Do Retina Specialists Do and When Should You See One?

A retina specialist, like the doctors at Associated Retina Consultants in Phoenix, Arizona, is someone who treats only diseases and conditions of the retina. The retina is a light-sensitive layer of tissue, lining the inner surface of the eye.

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February 17, 2017

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What is Dry Eye Syndrome?

Dry eye syndrome is an eye disease in which tear film evaporation is high or tear production is low. It causes damage to the exposed eye surface and is associated with symptoms of ocular discomfort.

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February 17, 2017

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What to expect with a retinal exam

A retinal exam is not much different than any other eye exam.

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February 17, 2017

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Diabetic Eye Disease Treatment

Diabetic eye disease is a group of eye conditions that can affect people with diabetes. While diabetic eye disease may not always be preventable, early detection and treatment before significant vision loss or blindness is the best way to control diabetic eye disease.

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February 17, 2017

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Diabetic Eye Exam Frequency

If you’re diabetic, you may be wondering if you need more frequent eye exams. Since vision loss and blindness is a common side effect of diabetes, your concern is valid.

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February 17, 2017