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Can Cataracts Be Cured Without Surgery?
Cataracts are a common eye condition where the natural lens becomes cloudy, leading to blurry vision. While mostly age-related, cataracts can affect anyone and often develop gradually over time. Source: Autumn Sprabary What Causes Cataracts? Cataracts form when proteins in
What Age is Best for Laser Eye Surgery and How It Affects The Types of Treatment Decision by Doctor?
General Age Guidelines Minimum age: 21 years old Stability of prescription: Doctors want a stable refraction (no major changes in glasses power). No other corneal anomalies, like past history of cornea scar or injury or signs of corneal diseases Upper
Why Should Athletes Consider SMILE pro or FemtoLASIK?
For athletes, every millisecond counts. Whether it’s a cyclist, pickle ball, football player catching a long pass, or a race car driver speeding down a track, optimal performance often hinges on precision, clarity, and timing. That’s why more and more
Can Shortsightedness Regress After LASIK?
Have you ever worried about the shortsightedness to return back after getting LASIK (or any kind of refractive surgeries) done? The short answer is: It’s possible, but it’s rare—and manageable. It’s important to know this isn’t a failure of the
Understanding Uveitis
Uveitis is the inflammation of the uvea (the middle layer of the eye), which includes the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. It can cause eye pain, redness, blurred vision, light sensitivity and floaters. Types of Uveitis Source: Tennessee Retina Causes
Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking: What Is It?
Corneal cross-linking (CXL) for the eye is a surgical treatment to treat conditions that affect the cornea, the transparent surface of the eye. This procedure strengthens the collagen fibers within the cornea to prevent further damage, stabilize the shape of
Floaters and Flashes: Recognizing Retinal Detachment as an Eye Emergency
Have you recently noticed sudden flashes of light or floaters in your vision? Are parts of your field of view obscured by a curtain-like shadow? These could be warning signs of retinal detachment, which is a medical emergency condition. What
What is Corneal Transplant
A corneal transplant, also known as keratoplasty, is a surgical procedure in which a damaged or diseased cornea is replaced with a healthy cornea from a donor. The cornea is a transparent tissue located at the most front of the
Understanding Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: An In-Depth Look
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy (CSCR) is a retinal disorder where fluid accumulates beneath the macula, the area of the retina which is responsible for central vision. The fluid leakage comes from a layer of tissue under the retina, called the choroid.