Eye Care, Eye Health tips blog on cataract, Lasik, Glaucoma, Opthalmology

Impact of Smoking on your Eyes & Vision

By DOVS 27 Feb, 2017 Eye Tips

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Health risks from smoking are well known, but little attention is paid to the increased risk of eye disease and potential for blindness.

Smoking has detrimental effects on the cardiovascular system and can affect the small blood vessels that line the retina in the back of the eye. Increased high blood pressure and risk of stroke are directly linked to smoking, which can destroy the delicate blood vessels inside the eye and can lead to blindness.

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The Summer is Coming

By DOVS 21 Feb, 2017 Eye Tips, Health Tips

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Hot summer months and outdoor activities are a favorite treat, but one that can take a toll on our eyes. Follow these eye care tips and have an eye-healthy summer in the sun!

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Living with Glaucoma

By DOVS 15 Feb, 2017 Eye Tips, Health Tips

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Being diagnosed with glaucoma can be scary. It’s important to know that while blindness can develop with glaucoma, it is a rare occurrence; only about 5% of glaucoma patients experience blindness. However, sight impairment is occurs in around 10% of patients.

Although loss of vision can occur even with the best treatment, correct treatment practices and follow-up exams will help the majority of patients with glaucoma. In addition to diagnosis and treatment, a major factor in living with Glaucoma is you. Some ways to better live with Glaucoma:

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When Should I Have Cataract Surgery?

By DOVS 14 Feb, 2017 Health Tips

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To date, no medication or eye drop has been proven to prevent or reverse cataract formation. If a cataract is causing nearsightedness or a change in an individual’s prescription, new prescription eyeglasses can help improve blurred vision. The only treatment for a cataract, however, is surgical removal of the natural lens.

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