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Plaquenil is a strong anti-inflammatory medication that is used to treat various infections and autoimmune conditions. The actual drug is called hydroxychloroquine and is available as a generic or under other trade names as well. Extended...
Whenever the eye is hit or scratched, it can be injured in a variety of ways. The type of injury (blunt trauma, scratch, penetrating injury, etc) will determine the amount and type of damage to the eye. Injuries to the eye can be mild and...
As the month of October continues, more and more people begin to plan their costumes for Halloween. A scary trend that has emerged is the use of colored or decorative contact lenses as a part of a costume. Part of the reason this is so...
The most common eye chart is the Snellen eye chart which uses different letters to determine the vision, however there are several types of eye charts that can be used in an eye exam. The type of eye chart used is determined by the needs...
Having dry or irritated eyes can cause eye irritation, watery eyes, and blurry vision between blinks. There are many potential underlying causes of dry eyes and the underlying causes will often determine the symptoms that are most...
Blindness can be caused by many different conditions and diseases. The most common cause of blindness depends upon the age group of the individual as well as other demographic information. Below we explain some of the most common causes...
Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that impacts peripheral vision. Glaucoma affects the optic nerve which is responsible for sending information from the eyes to the brain. Fortunately, there are many treatments for glaucoma that can...
Eye allergies occur when the immune system in the eyes overreacts in response to a trigger. In many cases, the trigger is something in the environment or around the eyes. These allergies can cause irritated, red eyes that persist for...
Stargardt’s Disease is an inherited retinal dystrophy which is a chronic, progressive disease that can lead to permanent vision loss. This condition is relatively rare and often runs in families. How Stargardt’s Affects the Eyes...
Many people question whether it is possible to wear contact lenses successfully after the age of forty. Typically, around age forty, the need for reading glasses begins or near objects become harder to see. What is Presbyopia?...
