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Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is categorized into four main stages: Early, Intermediate, Advanced, and Wet In its early stages, the following signs of macular degeneration can go unnoticed. Though some may experience: The gradual loss of ability to see objects clearly The shape of objects appears distorted Straight lines look wavy or crooked Loss of […]
In large scale clinical trials funded by the National Eye Institute, the AREDS2 formula benefited people with intermediate or late age-related macular degeneration (AMD). There was no tangible benefit for people with early AMD or for people who do not have AMD. Keep in mind though that nutritional supplements cannot prevent AMD. However, the AREDS2 […]
The medical name for a stye is hordeolum (or hordeola if there are more than one). Styes are a very common type of infection of the eyelid. Usually, only one eye is affected, although you can develop more than one stye at a time, even on the same lid. There are two types of stye: external styes and […]
Glaucoma is a group of progressive, painless eye diseases that can cause blindness. With all types of glaucoma, the nerve connecting the eye to the brain is damaged, often due to high eye pressure. There are many types of glaucoma, however the most common type of glaucoma (open-angle glaucoma) often has no symptoms other than […]
AMD, or age-related macular degeneration, is a leading cause of vision loss for Americans age 50 and older. It affects central vision, where the sharpest vision occurs, causing difficulty in conducting daily tasks such as driving, reading, and recognizing faces. Central vision becomes distorted and wavy. Peripheral, side, vision remains clear. Age is a prominent risk […]
Dry Eye Disease is a chronic condition, which has no cure and is exacerbated by a number of lifestyle factors. The risk of Dry Eye increases with age. Other risk factors include patients who have undergone refractive surgery, have severe allergies, are on certain medications, or are contact lens wearers. Those with rheumatoid arthritis and many […]
