Early Treatment for Wet and Dry Macular Degeneration
Dr. Jacqueline Burkhardt from The Eye Associates talks about the importance of early detection and treatment of Macular Degeneration.
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Can I Lose My Contact Behind My Eye?
No…you can’t lose your contact lenses BEHIND your eye. We get this question all the time, but rest assured that it is not physically possible for the lens to go there. Most often, a soft contact has become folded and just appears to be lost. It is best to use lubricating drops to make the […]
Read MoreGlaucoma Exam
Diagnosing glaucoma is not always clear cut and easy. The following are some of the tests needed to determine if you have glaucoma and need treatment to protect your vision. Tonometry: Tonometry measures the pressure (IOP) within your eye. Ophthalmoscopy: This diagnostic procedure helps the doctor examine your optic nerve for glaucoma damage. Visual Field […]
Read MoreWho is a Candidate for Clear Lens Replacement?
Premier Surgeon 250 List surgeon, Dr. Cathleen McCabe from The Eye Associates, talks about who is a candidate for Clear Lens Replacement surgery.
Read MoreDiabetes and Hearing
The National Institute of Health (NIH) found that hearing loss is 2 times more common in diabetics as those without diabetes. Even pre-diabetics have 30% more hearing loss than those with normal blood sugar. Why is this? Hearing depends on small blood vessels and nerves in the inner ear. Researchers believe that high blood glucose […]
Read MoreSide Effects of Hearing Loss
Another side effect of hearing loss which is often overlooked, is the effect it can have on our emotional and social well-being. Hearing loss can cause us to distance ourselves from family and friends because we just can’t hear the conversation, or often miss the details. If you miss the small everyday noises that bring […]
Read MoreHearing Loss
Recognize the onset of hearing loss by asking yourself the following questions: – Do you avoid crowded places because you have difficulty understanding conversations? – Do you have ringing or other noises in your ears? – Do you have difficulty understanding women or young children? – Do others complain that you watch TV with the […]
Read MoreWhat is the difference between Ultraviolet Light UVA & UVB?
UVA “Tanning” rays Penetrate deeply into the skin Cause suntan, sun burn, and sun damage Augments the effect of UVB in causing skin cancer UVB “Burn” index Cause suntan, sunburn, and skin cancer Most of what we call “aging” of the skin is actually the result of long-term ultraviolet damage from decades in the past.
Read MoreUnderstanding Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a very gradual process, so you may not notice it at first. It is estimated that 1/3 of Americans will have some degree of hearing loss by the time they are 65. After age 75, that percentage jumps to half. Getting help early is imperative in order to retain as much hearing […]
Read MoreWomen and Dry Eyes
Did you know that over 60% of menopausal women are affected by Dry Eye Syndrome (DES) and don’t even realize it? Yes, they know that their eyes burn and are dry, red and irritated. And they know that sometimes their eyes even water excessively in an effort to soothe that irritation. But they don’t know […]
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