Parkinson’s disease is a chronic disease that affects the nervous system. It causes a variety of symptoms that often progress over time. It can also lead to some changes in the eyes. April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to learn more about this disorder and how eye problems can be managed. 

Sarcoidosis is a long-term inflammatory disease that causes the formation of small clumps of cells, which are called granulomas. The granulomas form in the tissues and organs of the body. Granulomas can cause further inflammation and may lead to tissue damage. 

According to the Cleveland Clinic, up to 60 percent of people with sarcoidosis may have eye involvement. Researchers do not fully understand why some people with sarcoidosis develop ocular involvement and others do not. 
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Although any child can develop eye problems, children with developmental disabilities have an increased risk. Visual problems can create additional challenges for children with developmental issues. March is National Developmental Disabilities Month. It is a good time to bring attention to eye problems in children with developmental issues. 

When you think of a traumatic brain injury, you might believe that it involves a loss of consciousness or an obvious severe injury to the head. But not all brain injuries are the same.

March is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month, and some types of brain injuries, such as concussions, are misunderstood. A concussion can cause a variety of symptoms, including vision issues. 
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COPD, also called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a long-term lung condition that makes it difficult to breathe. Although the problem is within the lungs, the consequences of COPD reach beyond the pulmonary system. When your lungs do not work efficiently, it can affect other organs and areas of the body, including the eyes.

November is COPD Awareness Month. It is a good time to learn about this common condition and how it can affect your eyes. 
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