- ArthritisA number of causes can result in dry eyes. One factor is age as most individuals that suffer from dry eyes are adults, and often women during menopause. Reduction in tear production can also be a result of several medicines including antihistamines, antidepressants, birth control pills or others. Dry or dusty air, or excessive heating or air conditioning are also known to be to blame. Additionally, some diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis or others, prolonged staring at a computer or contact lens usage can contribute to dry eyes.
- High Cholesterol
- Emergency CareIf you develop blur, floaters or flashes of light, pain or a black eye seek immediate assessment from your eye doctor or the emergency room.
- GlaucomaDiabetes sufferers have double the chance of developing glaucoma, which is a serious, sight-threatening condition. This disease is categorized by optic nerve damage, and this can lead to loss of vision. If this isn't properly dealt with, the vision loss can lead to blindness.
- Macular DegenerationDid you know that age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness among adults aged 50 and above?
- Laser Eye SurgeryThe doctors at Broome Family Eye Care have provided LASIK and PRK refractive surgery co-management services for more than 10 years to hundreds of patients. Refractive surgery is an option for those who would like to lessen their dependency on glasses or contacts.
- CataractsAccording to a recent study, 65% of those who wear glasses and break a hip as a result of a fall were not wearing their glasses at the time of the fall. Whether it is a pair of corrective glasses or surgery to remove a cataract, treating vision problems promptly can have a huge impact on preventing injury related to falling in seniors.
- Cataract SurgeryCataract surgery can be avoided in the early stages as you may be able to improve your vision on a short term basis by using new glasses, strong magnification, appropriate lighting or other visual aids. Once the cataract progresses to a stage where it interferes with your vision and daily functioning, the best option is to have it treated surgically. Cataract surgery is a simple, relatively painless procedure that is usually very successful in restoring vision. The surgery, which is actually one of the most common surgeries in America, involves removing the clouded lens and in most cases replacing it with a plastic lens called an intraocular lens (IOL). Nine out of 10 patients recover near perfect vision after cataract surgery.
- Eye ExamThere are also a number of physical indicators that parents should be aware of that point to vision problems. These include squinting or covering an eye to see a screen, repeated eye rubbing and excessive blinking. If your child complains of headaches or swimming words on a screen, consistently performs below his or her potential and has challenges completing homework, it is important to schedule a comprehensive eye exam to assess whether there may be any vision problems.
- Pregnancy
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)CI is frequently diagnosed incorrectly as dyslexia, ADD or ADHD or even an anxiety disorder. This eye problem slips under the radar during school eye screenings or basic eye exams using only an eye chart. Your child may have 20/20 vision, with CI, and lack the visual skills critical for reading.
- Anxiety
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyIn diabetic retinopathy, the small blood vessels that nourish the retina at the back of the eye become weak as a result of fluctuating sugar levels in the bloodstream. This causes bleeding at the back of the eye, reduced circulation and less oxygen and nutrients reaching the retina. As a result, new fragile blood vessels are produced to compensate. However, the abnormal blood vessels can start leaking fluid and small amounts of blood into the retina, causing vision loss. In the worst cases, the retina can scar or detach, causing permanent vision loss.
- Skin CancerUV Awareness Month - Your Eyes and the Sun Thanks to efforts to create awareness of the dangers of Ultraviolet (UV) rays to your skin, (such as sunburn and skin cancer), most know about the importance of applying sunscreen and using other protective measures particularly during the blazing summer months. What is less known is that ultraviolet rays and other types of radiation from the sun can also cause severe damage to your eyes.
- Burns
- Shoulder Pain
- Neck Pain
- Allergies