Is Glaucoma Genetic?
Glaucoma is a term used for a group of diseases that irreversibly damage the optic nerve, potentially causing vision loss and blindness. Commonly thought…
January 18, 2021
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What is Retinitis Pigmentosa?
Retinitis pigmentosa is a chronic, hereditary eye disease characterized by black pigmentation and gradual degeneration of the retina. The retina lines the interior…
January 11, 2021
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Can Stress Cause Retinal Detachment?
Everyone gets stressed out once in a while. As we know, stress often has a negative impact on a person’s physical well-being and can…
January 4, 2021
What are the Treatment Options for Lazy Eye?
Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, occurs when there is a lack of vision in one eye because the eye and the brain are…
December 25, 2020
What Causes Retina Damage?
The retina is a layer of tissue in the back of your eye that senses light and sends images to your brain, thereby enabling…
December 18, 2020
What Can You Expect from a Retina Specialist?
A retina specialist is a medical doctor who has specialized in ophthalmology and sub-specialized in diseases and surgery of the vitreous body of the…
December 11, 2020
What Does Uveitis Pain Feel Like?
Uveitis is inflammation of the eye’s middle layer — the uvea. A healthy uvea is vital to maintaining a normal blood supply to the…
December 4, 2020
How Long Does Cataract Surgery Take?
A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s natural lens. As this normally clear lens gets cloudy, it decreases your ability to see well.
November 25, 2020
How Often Should I have an Eye Exam?
Many people wait until they notice a change in their vision to see their eye doctor. But eye problems are often silent – meaning…
November 18, 2020
What are the Benefits of Retinal Photographs?
A healthy retina is essential for maintaining clear vision and overall eye function. Retinal photography, also known as fundus photography, is an advanced diagnostic…
November 11, 2020