Eye problems that cause headaches can vary widely. Some can be easily remedied using glasses or contact lenses; other issues require medical attention for treatment. Migraine HeadachesMany are familiar with [...]
High blood pressure is well known for its detrimental effects on the heart and blood vessels, but it can also negatively impact your eyes. More specifically, high blood pressure may [...]
Four eye diseases account for most cases of blindness and low vision among adults living in developed nations: age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts. If detected early enough, [...]
Individuals often require multiple types of glaucoma medication in order to regulate their intraocular pressure (IOP). Your optometrist will prescribe medicines designed to decrease IOP and decrease your risk of [...]
Rare diseases, as defined by WHO, typically impacting less than 200,000 individuals, and many of these affect eye health. AEVR recently hosted a congressional briefing to highlight lesser-known diseases that [...]
Undergoing cataract surgery means having your natural lens replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). There are various kinds of IOLs available and each comes with its own set of [...]
Cataract surgery is a straightforward solution that often results in improved vision for most patients. Recovery tends to be quick, and discomfort usually remains minimal. During their recovery period, patients [...]
Uncontrolled systemic hypertension can also contribute to eye issues. A dilated eye exam often shows narrowed blood vessels in the retina, areas of hemorrhage, and areas with poor circulation - [...]
High cholesterol doesn't just impact your heart; it may also negatively impact the health of your eyes. A doctor conducting a comprehensive eye exam might identify unusual bends or kinks [...]
Eye exams at Visions Optique and Eyecare in Scottsdale can serve as windows to your soul -- but can also serve as indicators of any possible heart conditions. A routine [...]
Eye doctors sometimes observe blue or yellow rings around the cornea (known as "arcus senilis in older individuals and "arcus juvenilis in those under 40"). This could indicate high cholesterol [...]
Changes in eye discharge should always be reported immediately to an eye care professional for assessment. A sample may even be collected and sent for laboratory analysis.Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is [...]
