Blood pressure is one of the most important health indicators, and untreated high blood pressure can lead to many different medical conditions throughout the body, including deadly strokes and heart attacks. The link between the eyes and high blood pressure Most people don’t think about their eyes when it comes to their blood pressure, but…
DetailsGlaucoma is the leading cause of blindness and the reality is that everyone is at risk. The sad truth is that there is no known cure for glaucoma and the vision loss it causes is permanent. While it is more prevalent in older adults, 1 in 10,000 babies in the U.S. are born with glaucoma.…
DetailsAny method of glaucoma surgery centers on reducing pressure in the eye in order to decrease or prevent optic nerve damage. However, most of the methods that are used to accomplish this involve major surgery and are highly invasive. While these glaucoma treatments are typically quite effective, the methods can lead to many potential complications.…
DetailsMacular degeneration is a common type of degenerative eye disease that affects millions of Americans. It is also frequently called age-related macular degeneration (AMD), because it is far more likely to develop in people as they get older, especially once they reach 50 years old. Macular degeneration is caused by the eventual thinning of the…
DetailsDr. Rachana Patel of Florida Eye Specialists recently made a pro bono procedure possible for a young woman quickly losing her vision to keratoconus. The patient, Kia Bowman, was misdiagnosed at age 21 which lead to many tough choices, such as waiting until she was completely blind to receive cornea transplants, until she met Dr.…
DetailsArthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation, and most people think about it in terms of the joint pain that is commonly associated with the condition. However, there are many other ways that arthritis can affect your physiological functions, including those related to the eyes. This is especially true when it comes to rheumatoid…
DetailsNovember is Diabetic Eye Disease Month, and it’s important for those who have diabetes to take their eye care seriously. It’s something that often gets overlooked, especially where diseases like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) are concerned. Early Detection is Key Because people with diabetes are more susceptible to problems with their vision, they need to…
DetailsFor those living in the Jacksonville area, they know how strong the sun can be during summer. While you most likely know that you should always wear sunglasses outdoors in summer to protect your eyes from sunlight, did you know that this is also important in winter? Keep the following tips in mind, so you…
DetailsMost people think frequently about preventive dental and medical care, and make it a priority to schedule regular checkups in advance with their dentists and general physicians in order to catch any potential issues early. However, they often don’t apply the same logic to their eye health, even though receiving annual eye exams is crucial…
DetailsFar too many of us go through our daily lives without thinking of the dangers of eye injuries associated with everyday tasks. This October, educate yourself about the risks of eye injuries in the home and learn how you can take precautions to avoid damage to your vision. Understand the risk of eye injury Most…
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