Full-thickness retinal tear with vitreous hemorrhages and peripheral pigment ring. Most often caused by cholesterol embolism (Hollenhorst's plaques); but other potential causes include fat or amniotic fluid emboli; compression from [...]
Blurry vision can be a distressing symptom. Usually caused by either an eye infection or need for updated contacts/glasses prescription, it's essential that it's addressed as quickly and efficiently as [...]
People living with glaucoma must undergo periodic checks for intraocular pressure (IOP). An excessively high IOP can damage the optic nerve and lead to blind spots known as scotomas, potentially [...]
If you are experiencing blurry vision, blind spots, or halos around lights, it is wise to get it checked out, especially if the symptoms come and go. An optician or [...]
An extensive eye exam entails multiple tests and procedures, including use of a slit lamp by your physician to examine the back of your eye for signs of disease or [...]
1. CataractsA cataract is a cloudy condition of the natural lens inside of an eye that affects vision, normally clear lens that becomes clouded over time and causes light rays [...]
Eye diseases that lead to blindness are a significant public health concern, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. While some eye diseases are preventable, other are incurable. Most eye [...]
Red eyes are one of the primary causes for seeking medical care, often due to discomfort, blurred vision or unsightliness.Keep an eye out for symptoms like watery eye discharge, gritty [...]
Anyone experiencing new floaters, flashes of light or an opaque or cloud-like shadow in their vision should see an eye doctor immediately as these could be indications of retinal detachment [...]
If a person with high cholesterol levels begins to form yellow skin lesions around their eyes - known as xanthomas - their body can start producing yellow xanthomas lesions that [...]
Cataracts deprive many people of clear vision, which has an adverse impact on quality of life. If reduced vision has made daily tasks such as work or travel more challenging [...]
Eye disease trachoma is caused by infection with Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria and remains one of the primary infectious and preventable blindness causes worldwide, particularly among rural communities and children. Transmission [...]
