Gaining Insight into Glaucoma: Recognizing the Impact As we embark on the new year, January unfolds not just as a fresh calendar page but as the designated month for Glaucoma Awareness. It’s a time to illuminate the silent thief of sight and underscore the importance of understanding and early detection. Unveiling the Enigma: The Spectrum […]
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Presbyopia, Bifocals, and Progressives
Presbyopia is farsightedness caused by the increasing rigidity of the lens in the eye as we age. It affects nearly everyone older than 65, and for the 42 percent of Americans who are already nearsighted, this creates a complication. People who previously had 20/20 vision can just grab a pair of reading glasses to combat […]
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Most people have eye problems at one time or another. Some are minor and will go away on their own, or are easy to treat at home. Others need a specialist’s care. Whether your vision isn’t what it used to be, or never was that great, there are things you can do to get your eye […]
Continue readingWhat is “Lazy Eye” and How Do I Prevent It?
Many people have heard of a “lazy eye”, but aren’t exactly sure what it is, how to avoid it or how to get rid of it. Overview The medical term for lazy eye is “amblyopia.” Amblyopia occurs when your brain favors one eye, often due to poor vision in your other eye. Eventually, your brain […]
Continue readingInfant Vision: Birth to 24 Months of Age
Babies learn to see over a period of time, much like they learn to walk and talk. They are not born with all the visual abilities they need in life. The ability to focus their eyes, move them accurately, and use them together as a team must be learned. Also, they need to learn how […]
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