Coping with Age Related Macular Degeneration Age related macular degeneration and vision loss is life changing especially if vision loss occurs rapidly. Life style changes such as cutting back on work, volunteering, and recreational activities may be necessary, in addition to greater reliance on family and friends. Medical treatment is essential as is learning to […]
Article written by: Laila Abbas, student at Suny Optometry Class of 2017 What is it? Astigmatism has to do with the shape of your eye. The front surface of your eye is called the cornea. In most people, the cornea is spherical. If someone with a spherical cornea has a prescription, they are […]
Why Should You Wear Sunglasses All Year Round? Cataracts: Cataracts are a clouding of the lens inside of the eye that leads to vision loss. Although most people will develop cataracts later in life, ultraviolet exposure can contribute to the premature formation of cataracts. Skin Cancer: Ocular Melanoma: is the most common cancer of the eye […]
Age Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD): Article written by: Nadia Kalantarova; student at Suny Optometry School: graduating class of 2016. What is it ? Leading cause of vision loss among people age 50 and older. Damage to the macula, a small spot in our retina needed for sharp, central vision which allows us to see objects straight ahead. […]
1.Stay hydrated: During the winter months it is important to drink plenty of water. This is especially relevant for those patients who are frequent flyers. those taking medications for allergies, or on medications alleviate cold symptoms. Keep in mind: coffee and tea may keep you warm, but they are diuretics, therefore not a substitute for water. […]
If an eye disease was an inevitable part of your life, wouldn’t it be nice if you could pick which disease you had? If you could, you would want to pick cataracts. Today, cataract surgery can not only remedy the disease but it can make your eye sight better than it ever was before. Thanks […]