If you have a family history of retinal detachment, it is important to be aware of the potential risk and to take steps to protect your eye health. While having a family history of retinal detachment is a risk factor for developing the condition, it does not necessarily mean that you will develop it. Retinal…
Read MoreA condition known as macular telangiectasia (MacTel) that affects the macula results in loss of central vision. When the tiny blood arteries near the fovea have issues, MacTel develops. For tasks like reading, the fovea in the macula’s center provides the clearest central vision. There are two varieties of MacTel, Type 1 and Type 2,…
Read MoreIf you have a family history of glaucoma, it is important to be aware of the potential risk and to take steps to protect your eye health. While having a family history of glaucoma is a significant risk factor for developing the disease, it does not necessarily mean that you will develop it. However, it…
Read MoreMacular pucker, also known as epiretinal membrane, develops when your macula develops creases, wrinkles, or bulges. To function effectively, the macula must be flat against the back of your eye. Your central vision is impacted when the macula wrinkles or bulges. Things can appear wavy when you have macular pucker, and you could struggle to…
Read MoreGlaucoma can run in families. Studies have shown that genetic factors play a role in the development of the disease. However, it’s important to note that not everyone with a family history of glaucoma will develop the disease, and conversely, some people without a family history of the disease may still develop it. There are…
Read MoreKeratoconus is a progressive eye disorder that affects the shape of the cornea, the clear, dome-shaped surface of the eye that helps to focus light. In keratoconus, the cornea becomes thinner and bulges outward, causing distorted and blurry vision. While there is no cure for keratoconus, there are treatments available that can improve vision and…
Read MoreThe center of the retina is called the macula (light sensitive layer at the back of the eye). Reading, doing close work, and recognizing faces all require precise and fine center vision, which is provided by the macula. Fine blood veins in the retina can get damaged and begin to leak fluid under a variety…
Read MoreCellular alterations in some persons may make them more likely to develop eye cancer. One type of cancer that can affect the eye is lymphoma. Primary intraocular lymphoma (PIOL) is one kind of eye cancer. Both the retina and the vitreous within the eye are capable of developing PIOL. The optic nerve in the back of…
Read MoreLattice degeneration is a thinning of the retina that happens over time. Lattice degeneration affects 1 in 10 people, or about 10% of the population. Clear vision depends on a healthy retina, yet most people with this issue never experience any symptoms or visual loss. Retinal detachment from lattice degeneration is extremely uncommon. Those who…
Read MoreIncreased intraocular pressure can result in a variety of eye-related issues as well as serious conditions like glaucoma. This increased pressure has the potential to harm the optic nerve, resulting in serious vision issues and eventual blindness. Because of this, it is crucial to keep the eye pressure within a normal range. Ocular hypertension, also…
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