Category Archives: Eye Health

Glaucoma treatment may have potential in helping prevent Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research. The study was conducted on rats using the glaucoma drug brimonidine, which is intended to lower ocular pressure. The study uncovered that this drug also reduced the formation of amyloid proteins – which are believed to be linked to Alzheimer’s disease ...click here to read more

Depression in patients with age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy can be reduced with self-care tools. The researchers conducted a randomized controlled clinical trial involving 80 participants with late-stage age-related macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy. Participants also had mild depressive symptoms and vision acuity better than 20/200 (the legally blind threshold). The participants either received ...click here to read more

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and macular telangiectasia may be caused by dysfunctional energy metabolism. Both eye diseases develop from abnormal growth of blood vessels in the eye, which is believed to be triggered by oxygen deprivation. Now the researchers suggest another cause, dysfunctional energy metabolism in the eye, resulting in insufficient energy resources available for ...click here to read more

Glaucoma, a condition that affects the eyes, can be quite serious and even result in blindness. The older you become, the more prone you are to developing glaucoma. The age of glaucoma patients typically ranges between 45 and 64 years. Glaucoma can strike without warning and without symptoms. There is no cure for glaucoma, so ...click here to read more

Researchers are exploring the possible effects of marijuana on vision. The researchers found abnormal changes in the eyes’ retina associated with regular use of cannabis. The researchers aimed to explore the effects of marijuana use on the function of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs). Marijuana is known to act on the central neurotransmission, so studying the ...click here to read more

Thyroid eye disease or Grave’s disease is a complication of thyroid disorders. They are autoimmune diseases where the immune system attacks the thyroid which affects the amount of hormones which are released. This can lead to symptoms including causing the tissue around the eyes to become enlarged. Causes of thyroid eye disease There isn’t much ...click here to read more

Age-related vision changes are normal, but if your vision is declining at an alarming rate, there may be a simple yet surprising explanation. It is true that your eyes change over time but, researchers have uncovered, one lifestyle habit (a very common one) is increasing the risk of blindness. Binge drinking contributes to blindness There ...click here to read more

This update on age-related macular degeneration presents articles discussing Alzheimer’s disease, laser treatments, the Mediterranean diet, and home remedies for AMD. Vision is one of the five senses, enabling us to see the world and function in it safely. Over time, vision loss may occur, complicating one’s ability to see. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is ...click here to read more

Sudden blurred vision can be a result of numerous health conditions. It can be temporary or chronic, and can get worse over time. Sudden blurred vision is usually not accompanied by pain, but other symptoms such as migraine may be present. If you’re experiencing blurry vision, objects and people do not appear clearly and sharpness ...click here to read more

Gut bacteria play an important role in determining the risk of developing wet age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of irreversible blindness affecting over 10 million people in North America alone. AMD comes in wet and dry types, with wet AMD being the leading cause of blindness. Over time, treatments ...click here to read more

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss among the elderly, is also linked to Alzheimer’s disease. A study has revealed that the proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease can accumulate in the retina and damage it. The researchers are hopeful their findings can work to improve treatment methods. Study lead Dr. Arjuna Ratnayaka ...click here to read more

Vision loss in seniors after cataract surgery may be prevented with new eye pressure test. Cataracts are a common condition associated with aging, and nearly half of seniors over the age of 75 will develop cataracts. Lead researcher of the study John Jarstad explained, “The current standard of care following cataract surgery is to refill ...click here to read more

Nuclear sclerotic cataracts are a normal part of aging, to some degree. This condition minimally interferes with vision. In nuclear cataracts, an excessive amount of light scatters, leading to a central opacity (cloudy area). Nuclear cataract progresses slowly and can lead to greater impairment of distance vision, although close-up vision may improve. In its early ...click here to read more

We are living in the “digital age”, that’s for sure. With screens everywhere you turn, it seems technology has become our go-to in virtually any daily task. TV screens, monitors, smartphone displays – it’s undeniable that we are constantly starring at some sort of screen. As a result of this huge leap in technology, there ...click here to read more