Cataracts A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. The lens works much like a camera lens, focusing light onto the retina at the back of the eye. The lens also adjusts the eye’s focus, letting us see things clearly both up close and far… Read More
CMV Retinitis Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis is a sight-threatening disease associated with late-stage AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). In the past, about 25% of active AIDS patients developed CMV retinitis. However, this figure appears to be dropping thanks to a potent combination of drugs that help restore the function of the immune system. CMV Retinitis Signs and… Read More
Blepharitis Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids. It’s a common disorder and may be associated with a low-grade bacterial infection or a generalized skin condition. Blepharitis occurs in two forms: anterior blepharitis and posterior blepharitis. Anterior blepharitis affects the front of the eyelids, usually near the eyelashes. The two most common causes of anterior blepharitis… Read More
Astigmatism Astigmatism is one of the most common vision problems, but most people don’t know what it is. Many people are relieved to learn that astigmatism is not an eye disease. Like nearsightedness and farsightedness, astigmatism is a type of refractive error – a condition related to the shape and size of the eye that… Read More
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) Amblyopia, also known as “lazy eye,” is a visual development disorder that cannot be corrected with eyeglasses or contact lenses. If left untreated, it can cause legal blindness in the affected eye. About 2% to 3% of the population is amblyopic. Amblyopia Signs and Symptoms Amblyopia generally starts at birth or during… Read More
Your Infant’s Visual Development One of the greatest moments after the birth of your baby is the first time your newborn daughter or son opens their eyes and makes eye contact with you. But don’t be concerned if that doesn’t happen right away. The visual system of a newborn infant takes some time to develop…. Read More
Children and Computer Vision Syndrome Computer use has become a routine part of kids’ lives. About 90% of school-aged children in the U.S. have access to a computer. And kids are starting to use computers at a younger age. Among college students who were interviewed, 20% said they began using a computer before they were… Read More
Vision Therapy for Children Many children have vision problems other than simple refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. These “other” vision problems include amblyopia (“lazy eye”), eye alignment or eye teaming problems, focusing problems, and visual perceptual disorders. Left untreated, these non-refractive vision problems can cause eyestrain, fatigue, headaches, and learning problems. What… Read More
Learning-Related Vision Problems There’s no question that good vision is important for learning. Experts say more than 80% of what your child is taught in school is presented to them visually. To make sure your child has the visual skills they need for school, the first step is to make sure your child has 20/20… Read More
Controlling Nearsightedness in Children Myopia (nearsightedness) is a common vision problem affecting children who can see well up close, while distant objects are blurred. Nearsighted children tend to squint to see distant objects such as the board at school. They also tend to sit closer to the television to see it more clearly. Sometimes, childhood… Read More
