Protecting your eye after corneal transplant surgery plays an important role in how well it heals. Even when your eye starts feeling better, the transplanted cornea still needs time to recover, so certain everyday activities may need to wait until your eye doctor clears you. At Eye Care Institute in Santa Rosa, CA, board-certified ophthalmologists […]
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When your vision becomes increasingly cloudy, distorted, or difficult to correct with glasses or contact lenses, a corneal condition could be the reason. The cornea plays a vital role in clear sight, and damage to this delicate tissue can significantly affect your quality of life. For some people, a corneal transplant offers an effective way to improve
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According to Vision Health Initiative, approximately 12 million people in the United States over the age of 40 have some type of visual impairment. Corneal disease, in particular, can result in severe scarring, clouding, and distortion. As this disease progresses, it can lead to blindness. This makes it essential for individuals dealing with this condition to
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Corneal transplant surgery can help patients improve their vision after eye disease. As with any surgical procedure, it is important that patients follow the recommendations of their doctor immediately after surgery to ensure that they reduce the risk of complications. While certain side effects will occur, including overall discomfort of the treated eye and swelling,
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Your vision is incredibly important. This is why the team at Eye Care Institute encourages patients to pay close attention to any changes in their vision or eye health that may indicate a much bigger problem. Several corneal eye disorders can occur and result in reduce or lost vision. What is the cornea? The cornea
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