Hypertensive retinopathy is retinal vascular damage caused by high blood pressure (HBP). It has no early signs and symptoms, and usually manifests late in the disease.
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6 Ways to Get Relief From Contact Lens Discomfort
More than 30 million Americans wear contact lenses as contacts instantly make your vision better if you’re not very fond of wearing eyeglasses.
How Often Should School-Age Children Get Eye Exams?
Good eyesight is very important in school children because it affects how they learn and perform in school and at play. When their vision suffers, so will their education and sports participation.
Ocular Melanoma Affects Younger Patients, Too
Long ultraviolet (UV) exposure, both from natural sources like the sunlight or artificial forms, such as from tanning beds, can harm the eyes and the vision in various ways. Some of the conditions include photokeratitis or the swelling of the cornea, cataract, macular degeneration and, rarely, ocular melanoma.
How the Measles Virus Affects the Eye
Measles causes 60,000 cases of blindness in the world yearly. The contagious virus is prevalent in East Africa and Asia, and new cases are still emerging in Europe and in the United States. Lack of vaccination and poor nutrition are linked to the increased rate of blindness in affected nations.
How to Choose Frames for Your Eyeglasses
Your eye doctor can help you find the right prescription lenses to correct any vision problems you may have, but choosing the frames is completely up to you. Since you’ll be wearing your eyeglasses most of the time, it’s important to choose a style that works well with your own fashion sense.
Does Your Child Have Low Vision Issues?
Low vision affects millions of Americans every year. The condition is an umbrella term that covers any loss of vision that cannot be treated or corrected by prescription glasses or contact lenses. In severe cases, people who suffer from low vision are considered legally blind. Diagnosing low vision conditions in children is important as early […]
Concussions and Vision Problems
Concussions are mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI) caused by a severe blow to the head. While there are many dangers associated with concussions, its impact on your eyes and your vision have only recently come to light. From 2007 to 2014, a period of seven years, the CDC reported a whopping 60% increase in concussion […]
Why You Should Stop Rubbing Your Eyes Right Now
When something gets in people’s eyes, their first instinct is usually to try to rub it out. Sometimes, even tired eyes feel somewhat relieved when given a good rub. This has nothing to do with getting irritants out of your eyes or offering it some respite, however, as rubbing your eyes simply stimulate your vagus […]
The Negative Effects of Too Much Blue Light on Your Eyes
Blue light can be found everywhere, from sunlight and artificial lighting to TVs, computer displays, smartphones and tablets. Many studies have found this short wavelength within the visible light spectrum to be good for your eye health. Overexposure to it, however, can have a negative effect on your eyes.
