At an annual eye exam, your doctor will check your intraocular pressure to detect elevated intraocular pressure that could lead to glaucoma. Be sure to notify them about any medications, [...]
High cholesterol can contribute to diabetic retinopathy, in which blood leaks into the eye through leakage of veins supplying it, altering its shape and curvature and creating opaque spots or [...]
Warning signs of high cholesterol often first manifest themselves on hands, skin and eyes in the form of "cholesterol spots." Arcus Senilis, or white rings in the cornea, are often [...]
Blood pressure refers to the force generated when your heart pumps blood through your arteries. High blood pressure may result in complications like vascular rupture, aortic stenosis, kidney failure and [...]
Eye diseases often progress without showing symptoms, making regular dilated eye exams essential to your overall eye health. Speak with your eye doctor about the best course of treatment and [...]
This test measures intraocular pressure (IOP). Your eyes will be numbed before a small probe touches your cornea surface - with readings typically falling under 21 mm Hg for optimal [...]
High blood pressure causes irreparable damage to arteries throughout your body, including those located within your eyes. This damage may prevent retinal blood vessel dilation causing it to thicken and [...]
Many eye diseases and conditions that affect vision can be avoided or managed with regular eye exams. By keeping up-to-date with routine exams, regular screening can prevent loss of vision [...]
1. XanthelasmaXanthelasma is a noncancerous accumulation of fatty deposits that form around the eyes. These benign skin formations typically exhibit yellowish hues with defined margins, and do not cause pain [...]
Cholesterol has earned itself a bad rep for increasing heart disease risk, but it can also have adverse effects on your eyes. Yellowish patches known as xanthelasma could be an [...]
