Category Archives: Eye Health

Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is when the oil glands – Meibomian glands – do not secrete enough oil or when the oil secreted is of poor quality. Normally, the Meibomian glands secrete oil covering the surface of the eye to keep the water component in our tears from evaporating. This combination of water and oil ...click here to read more

Detached retina – retinal detachment – occurs when the retina moves away from its normal position. This can be a result of a tear, break, or hole. When the vitreous gel pulls loose – this is a clear gel inside of the eye and in front of the retina – it can exert traction on ...click here to read more

Macular hole is an eye condition that typically appears in people over the age of 60, but it is not the same as the much talked about eye disorder macular degeneration. It’s important to understand what makes them different, especially if you have a family history of eye problems. The macula is a part of ...click here to read more

Cataract surgery to correct visual impairment can help the elderly live longer, according to research findings. The data was taken from the Blue Mountains Eye study, where 354 persons over the age of 49 were diagnosed with cataract-related vision problems. Some of the patients had undergone cataract surgery, while others had not. One of the ...click here to read more

Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is when the oil glands – meibomian glands – do not secrete enough oil or when the oil secreted is of poor quality. Normally, the meibomian glands secrete oil covering the surface of the eye to keep the water component in our tears from evaporating. This combination of the water and ...click here to read more

Glaucoma risk for current and former cocaine users is 45 percent higher, compared to people without drug use history. The study involving 5.3 million men and women found that cocaine use was associated with open-angle glaucoma – the most common form of glaucoma. Men with open-angle glaucoma also had significant exposure to marijuana and amphetamines. ...click here to read more

Eyelid inflammation, known as blepharitis, is a common condition in which the eyelid gets inflamed and coated with oily particles and bacteria. Blepharitis is commonly associated with eyelid swelling, redness, itchiness, and stinging or burning in the eyes. There are four main types of blepharitis: anterior, posterior, mixed, and rosacea blepharitis. Anterior blepharitis is characterized ...click here to read more

Exfoliation syndrome, an eye condition causing glaucoma and cataract development, is influenced by outside temperatures and sun exposure, as well as patient’s age and gender. Coauthor Louis Pasquale said, “Although many studies from around the world have reported on the burden of the disease, some aspects of the basic descriptive epidemiologic features, which may help ...click here to read more

Scleritis is the inflammation of the white of the eye (sclera), a serious and painful condition. The sclera is comprised of tough, fibrous tissues protecting the eye and covering 83 percent of its surface. In majority of cases, scleritis is associated with an underlying autoimmune disorder, such as rheumatoid arthritis, for example. There are two ...click here to read more

Ocular migraine (retinal migraine) is a temporary disturbance of vision, affecting one or both eyes. Episodes of ocular migraines are painless but can be quite frightening if you don’t know what is going on. Generally, ocular migraines will resolve on their own within 30 minutes without medications. If an episode of ocular migraine is followed ...click here to read more

Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea. The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped tissue in front of the eye covering the pupil and iris. Keratitis has numerous causes, such as bacteria, virus, fungus, or even parasites. Even minor injuries or improper use of contact lenses can cause noninfectious keratitis. Addressing keratitis in a timely manner ...click here to read more

Glaucoma disease progression may be determined with smart contact lenses. The novelty contacts have a built-in sensor that can help predict glaucoma progression. Certain patterns of electrical signals are emitted from the lenses, correlating with a faster progression of glaucoma. Largely characterized by high eye pressure, glaucoma still remains the leading cause of blindness. Although ...click here to read more

Diabetic retinopathy is linked to higher depression and anxiety risk in adults with diabetes. Diabetics are more likely to develop cataracts or glaucoma, and nearly half of them will have some sort of eye or vision problem. A common complication of diabetes, diabetic retinopathy is the main cause of eyesight loss among diabetic patients. The ...click here to read more

Eye discharge (eye mucus) is a combination of oil, mucus, skin cells, and other debris accumulating at the corners of your eyes during the sleep. Sometimes, it may be wet and sticky, and at other times it may be dry and crusty. Although eye discharge may gross you out or may be annoying to clean ...click here to read more