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Acanthamoeba Keratitis
Dec 30
Acanthamoeba keratitis is a relatively rare type of eye infection, but it can become quite serious. If left untreated, Acanthamoeba eventually leads to vision loss, requiring a corneal transplant to restore sight. Understanding how to prevent this infection is key.
Treatment for Papilledema with Your Neuro-Optometrist in Bellaire, TX
Jul 15
Many conditions can impact your vision, and papilledema is one of them. This condition is when a patient suffers from optic nerve and disc swelling.
Laser Eye Surgery: LASIK Isn't the Only Option
Dec 26
Tired of wearing eyeglasses or contact lenses? Laser eye surgery could help you improve your vision if you're nearsighted, farsighted, or have astigmatism.
Cataracts
Dec 26
Many body parts begin to change as you age, and your eyes are no exception. One of the most common age-related eye changes is the development of cataracts. Although cataracts do not occur exclusively in older adults, they affect approximately half of all Americans by age 80.
Pain Management
Dec 26
We take a lot of aspects of our vision for granted. We expect to see nearby and faraway objects clearly, even if we require our eye care provider to prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses to do so.
Pterygium
Dec 30
Pterygium is characterized by a pink tissue growth on the sclera (the white part of the eye), which seems to be the result of chronic exposure to ultraviolet light.
Signs of a Retinal Detachment
Dec 30
A retinal detachment can cause permanent vision loss if you don't receive prompt treatment from an ophthalmologist. Recognizing common signs and symptoms of the condition will help you protect your eyesight.
Do You Suffer From Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
Dec 30
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) may affect your vision as you grow older, causing a blank or blurry spot in the center of your vision. The eye disease is the primary cause of vision loss in people who are 50 or older, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Eye Muscle Surgery to Treat Strabismus
Dec 30
Eye muscle surgery can help improve your vision if you or your child have strabismus, a condition that affects the alignment of the eyes. Even a seemingly minor misalignment can cause vision problems that may make your life more difficult.
Conjunctivitis
Dec 30
Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is a common eye problem that can afflict children and adults alike. It is highly contagious and spreads quickly in environments like classrooms or offices filled with multiple people in close proximity to one another.