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Compound In Red Wine, Grapes Seen As Possible Treatment For Eye Diseases
Researchers have discovered that a compound that can be found in red wine and grapes may also have the potential to treat eye diseases such as age related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. A compound known as resveratrol, usually found at high levels in grape skin and at low levels in blueberries, peanuts and other plant-based foods, has long been known as an anti-cancer agent from pr... [Read More]
What Is Optic Neuritis?
Optic neuritis is an inflammation of the optic nerve, numerous nerve fibers found in the eye that transmits visual signals to the brain. It usually develops as a result of an autoimmune disorder triggered by a viral infection. That is why optic neuritis can sometimes be an indication of multiple sclerosis in some people.Optic Neuritis CausesThe optic nerve is a bundle of nerve fibers covered by my... [Read More]
Blindness Warning Signs
Blindness is a condition that people may dread happening to them. Eyes and vision is essential in order to appreciate life. Going sightless can have quite a negative impact on life. It is a condition that can usually be prevented by early detection.In order to avoid blindness, it is important for people to know the initial signs that may lead to this unfortunate condition. There are certain warnin... [Read More]
Understanding LASIK Surgery
LASIK surgery is a popular procedure currently being used to help people correct their vision problems. The refractive surgical procedure involve the use of special lasers capable of changing the shape of the cornea in the eye to improve eyesight by correcting vision problems such as far-sightedness, near-sightedness and astigmatism. The advantage of this procedure is that it enables patients to r... [Read More]
FDA to Oversee LASIK Procedure Results
The Food and Drug Administration, along with the Defense Department and the National Eye Institute, has recently announced that it will be looking more closely into LASIK surgery and procedures amid certain reports regarding safety and its effectiveness. FDA says that it will be launching a three-year study to determine the number of patients who undergo the said procedure for correcting vision ma... [Read More]
Eyelid Twitching
Eyelid twitching is a term used for the condition where the eyelid muscles undergo through a period of involuntary spasms. This can make the eyelids twitch and, in some cases, cause the eyelid to temporarily close and re-open again. Causes of Eyelid TwitchingThere are many factors that may cause the eyelids to twitch involuntarily. But the three common ones that can do this to the eyelid mus... [Read More]
Natural Way to Improve Your Vision
For centuries we have relied on visual aid to help us with our ailing vision. What is rarely known is that we can actually improve our vision the natural way. This doesn't mean however, that the improvement is so significant that we need not utilize our visual aids anymore, but it's enough to decrease our dependency on them. Bad habitsSome visual defects are caused by habits that can be corrected ... [Read More]
Understanding Tears
We produce tears for many reasons. Our eyes may be brimming with tears when we cut up an onion, suffer from seasonal allergies, or when foreign objects irritate our eyes. We may also shed tears when we get too emotional or when we feel extreme pain. In many cases, yawning and urinating can also make us cry. 3 types of tearsTears are categorized as basal, reflex, and emotional. All of these types o... [Read More]
Facts About Glaucoma
Glaucoma refers to a group of eye diseases affecting the optic nerve, causing visual field loss and eventually blindness. It has been called the "sneaky thief of sight" since visual field loss usually happens gradually over a long period time. Many sufferers only recognize they have glaucoma when it is already in its advanced condition. Glaucoma ranks second as the leading cause of blind... [Read More]
What Is Blepharitis?
Blepharitis is a common eye disorder that unfortunately can be very uncomfortable. It is characterized by an inflammation of the eyelids, causing itchy and red eyelids. Lid margins particularly appear swollen and scaly. This condition may be linked with a generalized skin condition or a low-grade bacterial infection. Do you have to suffer from it? Read on to find out more about the types, causes, ... [Read More]