Macular pucker
Macular 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 […]
Does glaucoma run in families?
Glaucoma 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 […]
Can I see better even if I have keratoconus?
Keratoconus 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 […]
Macular grid laser
The 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 […]
Ocular lymphoma
Cellular 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 […]
Lattice degeneration
Lattice 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 […]
High eye pressure
Increased 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 […]
Giant cell arteritis
An inflammation (swelling) of the arteries, the blood channels that transfer blood away from the heart, is known as giant cell arteritis (GCA). The blood flow via arteries is decreased when they swell. The arteries in the arms, upper body, and neck are impacted by GCA. Because it affects the head, it is also known […]
Ghost cell glaucoma
A long-lasting vitreous hemorrhage can cause a kind of secondary glaucoma called ghost cell glaucoma (GCG). The trabecular meshwork is blocked by the hard and less flexible ghost cells, which also raises the pressure inside the eyes. When using a slit light to examine the aqueous humor, numerous tiny cells may be visible. The intraocular […]