Articles tagged: blindness
<< previous page 1 next page>> written by Wally Singer Color blindness can be a serious condition for some, but there are ways to cope with it. This article is about the causes of color blindness and what the condition entails. written by Andrew Bimbo A treatment for retinitis pigmentosa. The Camilo Cienfuegos Center in Havana offers a treatment for retinitis pigmentosa disease. Retinitis Pigmentosa is a hereditary eye disease, causing loss of eyesight. written by David Berry Glaucoma is known to be the second leading cause of blindness. It refers to an eye disorder associated with the buildup of pressure inside of the eye. This pressure can cause damage to the optical nerve. written by David Berry All people with diabetes are at risk for diabetic retinopathy, a disease which leads to permanent vision loss. This disease often does not present symptoms until it has already damaged the eye, so it is important for diabetic patients to undergo regular eye exams. written by David Berry Employers are required to take all reasonable measures to create a safe environment for their workers. When a person is injured on the job, he or she may be entitled to collect under workers’ compensation laws. written by Jonathan Blocker Once you show up for your appointment, the Tampa low vision specialist begins by performing an extensive and comprehensive eye examination. S/he may also ask you about your overall health history as well as any activities you normally engage in so has to best determine what level of visual acuity you are hoping to preserve. written by Susan Slobac
The key to preserving your sight is early detection. If you notice symptoms, it’s important that you contact a San Jose low vision doctor at the earliest opportunity. Your optometrist or primary care physician can make a referral to a qualified San Jose low vision eye doctor on your behalf, or you can find a San Jose low vision doctor through a local professional organization such as a San Jose chapter of the AMA, which maintains a listing San Jose low vision eye doctors. written by Susan Slobac Because it is a degenerative disease that progresses and worsens over time, it is vitally important to contact a Phoenix low vision specialist if you start to notice your central field of vision becoming blurry (peripheral vision is not affected). Therefore, the sooner a Phoenix low vision eye doctor can begin treatments, the more of your vision s/he will be able to help you to preserve. written by Susan Slobac If able to diagnose macular degeneration in its earliest stages, a District of Columbia low vision specialist may be able to treat the condition with diet and vitamin and mineral supplements. Leafy green vegetables high in Vitamins A, C and E are known to have strengthening properties for the tiny capillaries of the eye; zinc and lutein supplements are also known to be beneficial. written by Susan Slobac These devices range from the simple to the high tech; again, this will depend a great deal on how far the disease has progressed in your particular case. S/he may recommend the use of bioptic glasses, which have miniature telescopes mounted on them that enable the wearer to better see text and objects directly in front of them. written by -- -- Taking a good multiple vitamin has been proven to create significant positive impact on just about every disease and physical condition you hope you never get written by -- -- Everyone knows that a mother has eyes in the back of her head. But as you age, it's important to keep the eyes in the front sharp and focused as well. written by Corwin Brown A recent analysis of data indicates that vitamin A deficiency is the leading cause of childhood blindness. It was estimated that 70% of the 500,000 children who become blind annually do so because of xerophthalmia. This corresponds to a prevalence of roughly 1 million in view of the high mortality among affected children. written by I C You may have never thought about the dangers of contact lenses, after all shouldn't your doctor tell you about the hazards before prescribing them? If you've never been warned, read on. written by Ng Peng Hock Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that reduces a person’s immunity. It can lead to heart disease, and it may also affect some organs of the body, such as the eyes. written by Halstatt Pires When you first start promoting Adsense on your site, the potential is obvious. After a few months, however, you need to move to the next level to maximize revenues. << previous page 1 next page>> |