Glaucoma and ocular hypertension are serious eye conditions that can gradually lead to vision loss—or even blindness—if left untreated. Glaucoma occurs when elevated pressure inside the eye, known as intraocular pressure (IOP), damages the optic nerve. Often, glaucoma progresses without noticeable symptoms or pain in its early stages, making regular eye exams crucial for early […]
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September is recognized as Healthy Aging Month, a time to focus on the various aspects of health that contribute to a vibrant and fulfilling life as we grow older. While many people are aware of the importance of diet, exercise, and mental health, eye health often doesn’t receive the attention it deserves. However, maintaining good
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As the days tick away on another year, you might be wondering what are some of the most common eye conditions encountered as we get older. We’re glad you asked, there are five main ones (in no particular order): presbyopia, dry eye, cataract, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Presbyopia Presbyopia is a result of the aging
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Do you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? If so, you know that leaving it untreated can lead to serious health problems like high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. But did you know that this dangerous sleep disorder may also lead to vision loss from glaucoma? OSA is a condition where muscles in your airway relax during
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Unlike many other eye diseases, primary glaucoma often exhibits few if any initial signs or symptoms. In most cases, vision is unaffected, and any noticeable loss of peripheral vision usually does not occur until much later when there has already been significant nerve damage. For this reason, patients need to get regular eye health exams
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