Category: Diabetic Eye Disease

Eye Tests: What Are They and What do They Measure?

12/1/2024

It's common to think that your vision is fine if you do not have any symptoms of an eye problem. However, it is essential to understand that many types of eye diseases do not cause symptoms in their early stages.

Eye exams or tests are vital for diagnosing various types of eye diseases. The specific eye tests performed by an eye specialist may vary depending on your age, underlying medical condition, and any eye symptoms present. Eye exams can detect problems with eye pressure, blood vessels, and retinal issues.

All About Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment | Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month

11/1/2024

Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes and vision. It can occur as a result of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Diabetic retinopathy may develop when the blood vessels in the retina become damaged. The damage may occur due to continued high blood sugar levels.

Medical Conditions That may Lead to Eye and Vision Complications

9/1/2024

Overall health is important for maintaining good vision throughout your life. For instance, eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and protecting your eyes from trauma are vital for your well-being.

Managing a medical condition well is also important to keep your eyes healthy as certain medical conditions may cause visual side effects. Additionally, knowing what diseases may cause eye problems helps you keep track of your symptoms and spot vision issues early.

The following five medical conditions may cause vision or eye complications.

Easy Eye Health Tips You May Not Have Considered | Healthy Vision Month

7/1/2024

Protecting your eyes is one of the most important things you can do for your well-being. You may know that doing certain things, such as smoking, can have an adverse impact on your eyes. Most people may also know that wearing eye protection when doing certain activities, such as using power tools, also protects your vision.

However, there may also be some small things you can do to promote healthy vision that you have not considered.

July is Healthy Vision Month. It is a reminder to take steps to keep your eyes healthy. The article below covers easy eye health tips that you may not have considered.

What Young Adults Can Do To Prevent Vision Loss Later in Life

7/1/2024

Eye diseases can affect anyone of any age. However, the risk of developing several types of eye diseases increases as we age. Your lifestyle can play a significant role in lowering or increasing your risk of developing an eye disease.

It is common to take good vision for granted as a young adult. In fact, people of all ages may not think about their eyesight until a problem arises. However, lifestyle choices in your 20s, 30s, and 40s often impact your risk of eye diseases and vision problems later in life.

There are several things you can do as a young adult to proactively protect your vision. Consider the tips below.

What is 20/20 vision?

4/1/2024

Vision is complicated. The brain, eyes, and vision are connected. So, during an eye exam, your eye doctor will perform different types of vision tests. One test is a visual acuity test to measure your central vision.

Most of us have heard the term “20/20” vision. When we hear vision referred to as 20/20, we associate it with normal vision, but what exactly does 20/20 vision mean, and how is it measured? The article below will answer these questions.

Eyecare Mistakes to Avoid

4/1/2024

Most of us want to live a healthy lifestyle by getting enough sleep, exercising, and eating a well-balanced diet, but overall health also includes eye health.

There may be ways you are putting your eye health at risk without realizing it. The first step in making the best eye health choices is recognizing habits that may harm your eyes.

Understanding More About Low Vision | Low Vision Month

2/1/2024

February is Low Vision Awareness Month. But what is low vision? According to the American College of Ophthalmology, low vision is a loss of vision that can’t be corrected by conventional eyeglasses, surgical, or medical treatment. But there are ways to adjust and learn to live with low vision.

The blog below looks at what low vision involves and how to adjust and maintain your quality of life.

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