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Feb
How Hypertension Affects Eye Health
Hypertension, high blood pressure, may be putting your vision at risk. If you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, you may be more likely to develop several conditions that could damage your eyesight. Keeping your blood pressure under control lowers your risk of vision problems...
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Feb
The Dangers of Diabetic Retinopathy
You could be at risk of developing a serious vision condition if you have diabetes. The condition, called diabetic retinopathy, blurs your vision and can lead to vision loss. Lowering your blood sugar level and scheduling regular eye exams will help you protect your eyesight.Ho...
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Feb
How safe is cataract surgery?
How Safe Is Cataract Surgery?Surgery is an excellent option if you're experiencing vision problems due to your cataracts. Cataract surgery is one of the most common types of surgical procedures in the world. In fact, about 10 million people opt to have their cataracts removed ev...
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Feb
How Bell’s Palsy Affects the Eyes
Bell's Palsy And Your VisionIn addition to temporarily paralyzing the muscles in your face, Bell's palsy may also cause some distressing changes to your eyes. Fortunately, your ophthalmologist offers treatments that will improve your comfort and protect your eyesight.What Is Be...
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Feb
Driving When You Have AMD
How Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Affects Your DrivingVision changes due to macular degeneration may make you wonder if it's safe to get behind the wheel. Although you will most likely need to give up driving if you have severe vision loss, driving may still be possible...
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Feb
The Link Between Menopause and Dry Eye
Is Menopause to Blame for Your Dry Eye?Hot flashes, dry and itchy skin, weight gain, and mood swings aren't the only issues women face during menopause. Changing hormone levels may also cause your eyes to become dry and irritated.Why Does Dry Eye Occur?Dry eye happens due to p...
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Feb
What Is Causing Your Eye Pain?
11 Common Causes of Eye PainIt's only natural to worry if you have pain in or around your eyes. Although it's important to see the ophthalmologist if your eyes hurt, pain doesn't necessarily mean that you have a serious problem. Your pain could be caused by:1. Dry Eye. Dry eye...
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Feb
What a Broken Blood Vessel Means for Your Eye
A Broken Blood Vessel In Your Eye: Is It a Cause for Concern?Seeing a red spot on your eye when you look in the mirror can be a little frightening. Fortunately, subconjunctival hemorrhages, or broken blood vessels, are rarely serious.What Causes Broken Blood Vessels?A network...
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Feb
How Botox is Used to Treat Eye Conditions
Can Botox Help Your Eye Condition?Botox injections aren't just a good idea if you want to look younger. The injections are also helpful in treating a variety of eye conditions.The Botox EffectBotox injections block nerve impulses that control muscle contractions. As a result...
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Feb
What is Proptosis and How Is It Treated?
What is Proptosis?If your eye bulges outward, you may have an eye problem called proptosis. Although the condition is often related to thyroid disease, it can have other causes. If you are diagnosed with proptosis, your ophthalmologist will offer treatments that will help you pr...
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