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Exploring Treatment Options for Keratoconus: What You Need to Know

Keratoconus is a progressive eye disorder that affects the cornea. It's a condition that typically starts during the teenage years and slowly progresses until the mid-30s. The primary characteristic of keratoconus is the thinning of the cornea which causes it to bulge outwards in a cone-like shape.


Understanding Macular Degeneration: Causes and Risk Factors

Macular degeneration is a common eye condition among the aging population, and it is the primary cause of vision loss in individuals over the age of 60. This detrimental eye disease affects the macula, a small central area of the retina that is responsible for focusing vision in the eye and allows us to see objects straight ahead clearly. The disease's progression can be slow or rapid, but in either case, the eventual loss of central vision can occur.


Cataract Prevention in High-Risk Individuals: Early Intervention and Screening

Cataracts are a common eye condition where the lens, a small transparent disc inside your eye, develops cloudy patches. Over time, these patches may become bigger causing blurry, misty vision and eventually lead to blindness if left untreated.


Indoor Environmental Factors That Contribute to Dry Eye: Tips for a Healthy Home

Dry eye is a common eye condition that affects many individuals worldwide. It occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate fast.


What Are Cataracts and How Do They Affect Your Vision

Cataracts affect millions of people worldwide. They occur when the eye lens becomes cloudy, leading to blurry or hazy vision.


Hyperopia in Children: What Parents Need to Know about Their Kids’ Vision

Children with hyperopia do not see things near them clearly. This visual impairment can affect their learning, reading, and overall school performance.


The Ultimate Guide to Contact Lenses: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy

Whether you are buying contact lenses to correct your vision or change your eye color, it is vital to learn about your options. Contact lenses come in different types for different applications, so not everything will work best for you.


The Impact of Blue Light on Vision and How to Protect Your Eyes

Blue light is everywhere and can negatively impact your vision. But what exactly is this light, and how can you protect your eyes?


How to Care for Your Eyes in the Digital Age

Digital devices have made life easier and more convenient. You can do almost everything with it, from watching movies, playing games, reading, communicating with friends, and even doing your work. Since you can do nearly anything on your digital device, it’s easy to spend hours glued to the screen. Unfortunately, this habit is not good for your eyes.


The Different Types of Specialty Contact Lenses: Which Is Right for You?

Specialty lenses are custom designed for patients with corneal conditions and vision problems for...


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