Author: Dr. Shaun Larsen
Bioptic Telescopic Glasses: Your Guide to Renewed Independence
When you have low vision, it may feel like life is getting dimmer and that things such as reading, seeing recognizable faces, and driving become increasingly difficult. What if there was a way to help regain some aspects of your independence? For many, bioptic telescopic glasses are one of the best low vision aids available,…
What’s the difference between Amblyopia and Strabismus?
Amblyopia (also known as Lazy Eye) and Strabismus (or squint) are both eye conditions that cause vision impairment. Strabismus, or an eye alignment problem, can make it hard for both eyes to look at the same object simultaneously. Amblyopia, a visual acuity problem, makes it difficult to see an image clearly even with prescription glasses.…
Stargardt’s Disease Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Children, teens, and young adults are the most common victims of Stargardt disease. An issue with one’s center vision may be the first symptom. It might be hazy, distorted, or have black patches. The eyesight on the sides (peripheral) is frequently unaffected. Some individuals have difficulty perceiving colors. Stargardt disease The most prevalent cause of…
What Are The Symptoms of Cataracts And What Can Be Done About Them?
What is a Cataract? A cataract is a clouded spot in your eye’s lens. More than half of all Americans aged 80 and up have cataracts or have undergone cataract surgery to remove them. Learn about the different types of cataracts, their symptoms, and causes, as well as how your optometrist or ophthalmologist will diagnose…
Retinopathy of Prematurity Stages and How it Affects Vision
What Is Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) Premature newborns may develop retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), which is a potentially blinding condition caused by faulty retinal blood vessel formation. The retina is the eye’s inner layer, which takes light and converts it into visual data for transmission to the brain. The retinal blood vessels might develop abnormally…
Past, Present, and Future Retinitis Pigmentosa Treatments
People suffering from retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic eye illness with very few effective treatments, may have reason to be hopeful. Existing medicines only assist a small percentage of the approximate 100,000 Americans who suffer from this disease. However, improvements in gene therapy may soon enable a larger percentage of patients to regain their eyesight.…
Low Vision Glasses for Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is a serious eye condition that gradually destroys central vision. It can make it difficult or impossible to read, drive, recognize faces or colors, and more. But with the help of low-vision glasses for macular degeneration, you can regain some of these abilities! Low vision glasses are specifically designed to help people with…
Peripheral Vision Loss And Driving, Is It Safe?
There are many people in this world who have lost some of their peripheral vision due to glaucoma, diabetes, an accident, or another unfortunate event. And even though they may be able to continue driving with 20/20 eyesight in both eyes, there is still the possibility that they might lose the ability to drive due…
Retinitis Pigmentosa Treatments And Studies
What Is Retinitis Pigmentosa? Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a series of rare, inherited retinal illnesses characterized by cell breakdown and loss. Night vision problems and a loss of peripheral vision are common complaints. It’s an uncommon illness that is passed down from one generation to the next. It hardly affects 1 in every 4,000 people.…
Is Retinitis Pigmentosa A Disability And How Is It Determined?
Disabilities and the Legal Definition The word “disabled” is an all-purpose label that can be applied to anyone with any type of impairment. But, like any other classification system, this one has its pitfalls and limitations. Even the definition of disability varies based on who you ask. For example, some people might say it’s something…
Causes, Diagnosis, And Treatment Options For Peripheral Vision Loss
Tunnel vision is a term used to describe a (peripheral vision loss) Peripheral vision loss may be abrupt and frightening, or it might happen gradually without anybody noticing. Tripping, trouble walking in the dark, difficulties driving, seeing a curtain or spiderweb off to the side in your field of vision, and sparkles of light followed…
What Is 20/60 Vision?
Medically reviewed by Shaun Larsen, OD – Doctor of Optometry, Southern College of Optometry. Low vision rehabilitation and contact lens specialist. Last clinically reviewed: July 2026 | Next scheduled review: July 2027 In brief: 20/60 means that at 20 feet you resolve detail that a person with reference-standard vision resolves at 60 feet. Under the…
