Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in patients over the age of 60. It is a condition that can cause significant vision changes such as blurring and even eye pain. When these changes occur, it is vital for adult patients to book a consultation appointment with the providers at the Eye Care Institute to …
What is glaucoma and who is at risk of developing this condition? Read More »
If you have received a diagnosis of glaucoma, you may be wondering what the future of your eye health looks like. The more you understand glaucoma, the better you can manage your condition. The team of Eye Care Institute encourages patients to speak to our team about this condition and get a proper diagnosis. What …
Glaucoma is a condition that can impact a patient’s sight in more ways than the realize. The condition is often asymptomatic in the earlier stages, meanings half of patients who have it are unaware of its presence. Glaucoma is a condition that is considered the second leading cause of blindness worldwide, and can impact one’s …
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Glaucoma is an eye condition that hurts the eye’s optic nerve. An increase in intraocular pressure can damage the optic nerve, which can inhibit its ability to send images to the brain. Untreated glaucoma can result in vision loss and severe cases blindness. At present, specialists have not discovered a way to restore vision, but …
A patient’s visit for an eye exam serves as a cautionary tale on the importance of eye protection in sports. Retired now, the patient was a former standout college basketball star who went on to play ball overseas for a number of years. He made the eye appointment because he felt his vision was declining more …
