Help us Transform Lives with the Gift of Sight
One of the most precious gifts we have is the gift of sight, but what would happen if we began to lose this gift? Many of you may know a family or friend who has been diagnosed with a retinal disease, resulting in partial or total loss of vision, and know the struggles that come along with the loss of vision.
February 17, 2017
Read PostHow Common Is Retinoblastoma?
Retinoblastoma is a rare type of eye cancer that usually develops in early childhood, typically before the age of 5. In developed nations, the incidence of retinoblastoma is 1 case of retinoblastoma per 18,000 to 30,000 live births worldwide.
February 17, 2017
Read PostList of Retinal Diseases
There are many types of retinal diseases: some are fairly common and easily treatable and others are quite rare and require complex treatment. Identifying and treating retinal disease in Phoenix is critical to your overall sight and your quality of life.
February 17, 2017
Macular Degeneration Study
The doctors at Associated Retina Consultants in Phoenix, AZ are participating in a new Macular Degeneration study. Learn more here.
February 17, 2017
Macular Degeneration Vitamins
Macular degeneration carries a reputation for being a serious disease, and rightfully so. However, some vitamins have been known to help aid in fighting or diminishing the effects of macular degeneration.
February 17, 2017
Macular Holes and Cataracts
A macular hole is a tiny gap that appears at the center of the retina, the area called the macula. The retina is the light-sensitive film at the back of the eye. A macular hole, in the early stage, can cause blurred or distorted vision.
February 17, 2017
Macular Holes: Causes
A macular hole is a small break in the macula, an area located in the center of the eye’s light-sensitive tissue called the retina. The macula provides the sharp, central vision we need for reading, driving and seeing fine detail.
February 17, 2017
Macular Holes: Symptoms
A macular hole is a small hole in the central part of the retina which can lead to distortion and blurring of central vision.
February 17, 2017
Measles Can Cause Vision Loss
Measles have been in the news a lot in the past year. This disease wasn’t much more than a blip on the radar of most American parents until recent years, when thousands of people decided not to vaccinate for fear of autism and other problems rumored to be linked to vaccinations.
February 17, 2017
Ocular Trauma Classification
Eye injuries, or ocular trauma, occur to over two million people a year. Ocular trauma can include ruptured globes and corneal lacerations that may require surgical reconstruction.
February 17, 2017