Q: What is the difference between wet and dry AMD and how are they treated?
A: Age-related Macular Degeneration is a common condition that is the number one cause of vision loss among those 50 years and older. AMD is the breakdown of the macula, a small spot in the retina, which is responsible for our central vision and allows us to see sharply and clearly. There are two… Read More
What is Presbyopia?
Presbyopia is a very common eye condition that impacts most adults. The condition causes your eyes to lose the ability to change focus and see objects that are close up. If you have to stretch your arms out in order to read a book or your phone, you may have presbyopia. This condition typically becomes… Read More
Keep Your Eyes Healthy To Prevent Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
The most common eye disease among diabetics is diabetic retinopathy. This eye disease occurs when blood vessels in the retina are damaged and usually occurs in both eyes. The most common symptom of diabetic retinopathy is a slight change in vision. Over time, the condition can worsen, causing greater vision loss which can be permanent…. Read More
Glaucoma – The Silent Thief of Sight
Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that shows no early warning signs or symptoms and is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. Typically, the optic nerve becomes damaged because of high pressure in the eye, however, there are other causes that can contribute to the continued damage of the optic… Read More
