Cataracts are common, but treatment is very effective. Cataracts are a relatively normal part of the aging process. Symptoms can include blurred vision, faded colors, glare, reduced night vision, and double vision. Cataracts are associated with exposure to UV rays or radiation therapy, such as cancer treatment. Taking certain medications like prednisone can also [...]
The silent damaging eye condition you need to know about Damage to the eye’s optic nerve causes glaucoma. This common eye condition, is known for being silent and insidious. Sadly the first sign of glaucoma is when a person can no longer see. Glaucoma is not something a patient can prevent or treat on [...]
The leading cuase of Blindness after 60 After age 60, macular degeneration is a leading cause of blindness. Macular degeneration occurs when eye tissue degenerates, causing blurriness or loss of vision in the central part of the eye. There are two forms of macular degeneration: wet and dry. If vision loss is caused by [...]
Eating well is the No. 1 way to take care of your eyes. What should your eye-healthy plate look like? Pretty much like any good, healthy meal. Start with a big spinach or kale salad topped with brightly-colored vegetables. Green leafy vegetables provide the nutrients lutein and zeaxanthin, shown to help reduce risk for [...]
