Women at Higher Risk of Disease-related Vision Loss than Men
Women are more likely than men to suffer vision loss due to eye diseases and conditions, according to two major studies.
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What is iLASIK?
What is the difference between LASIK and iLASIK? Dr. Jeffrey Martin, of Smithtown, New York in Long Island, describes the LASIK technique that he finds to be the best: iLASIK.
Minority Shareholders Resisting Takeover of Alcon by Novartis
Some minority shareholders in eye care company Alcon, Inc., are rejecting a stock swap proposed by health care giant Novartis AG as part of its plan to take over Alcon and merge the two companies.
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Consumers’ Corner: How to Get the Best Deal Out of Health Care Financing
Looking to get the most out of your health care financing plan? Check out these consumer tips!
Combining Intacs® and C3-R® in the Treatment of Keratoconus
For those suffering from progressive keratoconus, there is now a treatment to halt the progression of the disorder and prevent future deterioration of the cornea: C3-R®.
Eye Symptoms
Vision problems relating to imperfections or injuries to the eye can have many symptoms. Learn about some common conditions and what underlying causes they may point to.
Eye Safety
Eye injuries can result in long-term pain and vision impairment. Learn some eye safety tips and techniques that are key to maintaining your eyesight throughout your life.
Eye Exams
An eye test performed by a trained ophthalmologist is often the only way to detect glaucoma and other severe eye conditions in their earliest stages, when they are most treatable. It is recommended that most individuals undergo regular eye exams performed every one to two years.
Blepharitis
Are you suffering from chronically inflamed, swollen, itching, or irritated eyes? If so, you may have blepharitis, a treatable condition.
Strabismus
Strabismus is a potentially serious condition usually arising during infancy. Early diagnosis is a key to increasing the likelihood of successful strabismus treatment.
Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
Amblyopia (lazy eye) is a condition that affects both the eye and the brain. Lazy eye causes vary but all of them interfere with the visual data received and transmitted by a single eye.
Eye Allergies
If you suffer from red, watery, or itchy eyes, it is possible that you have eye allergies. Your ophthalmologist can diagnose your condition and help you find effective eye allergy relief.
Dry Eye Treatment
Many forms of dry eye treatment exist including eye drops for dry eyes, artificial tears, punctal plugs, dry eye medication, surgery, and more. Customize your dry eye care by meeting with an ophthalmologist to assess the specific causes of your dry eye symptoms.
Dry Eye Symptoms
Dry eye symptoms include dry, itchy, red, burning, or sore eyes, and other types of dry eye irritation such as excessive tearing or a gritty sensation. Although sometimes triggered by environmental factors, these symptoms of dry eye should be addressed by an eye care specialist.
Dry Eyes Causes
The causes of dry eyes are varied. From keratoconjunctivitis sicca (diminished tears) to Sjogren's syndrome, DocShop can help you understand the causes of your dry eye symptoms.
Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye syndrome causes problems for millions of people across the country. Learn more about dry eye, including information on where to locate doctors who specialize in its diagnosis and treatment.
Cataracts
Cataracts affect half of adults over the age of 65; Learn about the causes of the condition, as well as how cataract surgery can help.
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