Just another one of those pesky consequences of getting older, many people begin to see floaters in front of their vision. They are mostly just an annoyance, however there are certain situations when you would want to see Hecht Eye Institute about them. Keep reading to learn when you should worry about eye floaters.
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If you have recently been diagnosed with diabetes or have struggled with it for years, it is essential you know all the possible complications that can develop from this disease. One of the common issues affects your vision called diabetic retinopathy. Many chronic diabetic problems progress slowly, but can you stop diabetic retinopathy from progressing?
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Is LASIK surgery right for me? Thousands of people ponder this question on a daily basis. There are many questions to ask like: are my eyes healthy enough, am I a good candidate, will it improve my vision, am I too old, or what are the risks vs the benefits. Let’s take a deep dive into all the questions and give you some answers.
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According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is one of the leading causes of severe vision loss for those who are over the age of 65. Patients lose their central vision while their peripheral vision remains relatively normal. Let’s find out who is at risk for age-related macular degeneration.
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If you are seeing floaters and flashes, you may be wondering if this is an emergency. One could possibly be, and the other is usually… Read More »Seeing Floaters And Flashes: Is This An Emergency?
When you have dry eyes, they feel scratchy, they burn, and you might have blurred vision. You want to scratch and rub them, and you… Read More »When To See An Ophthalmologist For Chronic Dry Eye
Does your beautiful new white sweater suddenly look like it has a yellow tint? Are all your clothes starting to look dingy? Even a clear blue sky looks gray. These are all signs it may be time for cataract surgery.
Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is an eye disease that affects your central vision. Aging can damage your macula, part of the retina which gives you sharp central vision. This condition is quite common and is the leading cause of irreversible vision loss in people over age 60 in the United States. Let’s find out more about age-related macular degeneration.
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Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way our body processes blood sugar or glucose. When there is too much sugar in the blood, it causes problems with your health. You can’t cure diabetes, but it can be managed. One of the common health problems is how diabetes affects the eyes.
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Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for those over the age of 60. It damages our optic nerve, cannot be cured, but can be managed if caught in time. Let’s learn everything we can about glaucoma, its signs, the risk factors, and especially, if glaucoma is genetic.
Read More »Is Glaucoma Genetic?Schedule your appointment with Dr. Hecht and be on your way to better eye health!
