Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have developed a new technology that can help to detect eye diseases in children. The technology uses a special type of eye scan to measure the thickness of the retina. This information can be used to identify children who are at risk for eye diseases such as glaucoma …
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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 50. The disease affects the macula, the part of the retina responsible for central vision. There is no cure for AMD, but there are treatments that can help slow the progression of the disease and preserve vision. In …
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SpaMedica have conducted a survey from around 3,000 people which concluded that patients were showing strong improvements in quality of life after they had cataract surgery with the ophthalmology service provider. Cataract patients said their quality of life was poor or very poor (35%) before their procedure and highlighted that they often struggled when it …
An exciting development in optometry has been the increasing use of contact lenses for the treatment of various eye conditions. Contact lenses have been used for vision correction for decades, but they are now being used to treat conditions such as dry eye syndrome, keratoconus, and even myopia. One innovative contact lens design that has …
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Advancements in the field of optometry have led to significant breakthroughs in recent years, providing patients with more accurate and effective eye care. These breakthroughs have been instrumental in improving the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of a wide range of eye conditions. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is one of the most significant breakthroughs in optometry. …
5 Common Factors That Can Harm Your Eyes Your eyes are constantly exposed to various factors that can have an impact on their health. Here are some of the most common things that can harm your eyes: Protecting Your Eyes To maintain healthy vision, it’s important to protect your eyes from potential hazards. This can …
Welcome to WordPress. This is y Introduction: Cataracts are a common eye condition that can affect anyone, but they are more likely to develop as we age. There are a variety of factors that can contribute to the development of cataracts, including genetics, smoking, and exposure to UV light. However, recent research suggests that our …
