Cataracts are frequently found in eyes with glaucoma. This common problem has many individual solutions. The course of action chosen will depend on the Ophthalmologist’s own patient cohort, surgical experience and the type and severity of the glaucoma. In some cases, the glaucoma and cataract are part of the same process: pseudo-exfoliative glaucoma, uveitic glaucoma, … Read more
Glaucoma is one of the most frequent and severe postoperative complications of penetrating keratoplasty (corneal transplant), as demonstrated by the fact that up to one third of corneal graft failures are caused by a rise in intraocular pressure (IOP). The ensuing endothelial decompensation finally leads to permanent corneal graft opacification. Endothelium is an important layer … Read more
During Cataract Surgery, What Kind of Anesthesia Is Used? Older people are more likely to develop cataracts. A simple procedure can replace a cloudy lens with a clear one following the removal of the cloudy lens. The majority of cataract surgeries are now performed as outpatient procedures, and the entire procedure typically lasts approximately 2-3 … Read more
Cyclosporine (Restasis) is a popular medication for treating the problem of dry eyes. It is a trusted drug because of its extreme efficiency and high success rate. Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressive drug. The drug works by preventing the immune system from attacking the ocular tissues. The drug has been used to treat various eye conditions, … Read more
A look at how nicotine affects pupil size has been published in mainstream media, with some scientists and journalists claiming that people who use tobacco develop enlarged pupils, indicating that they are addicted or under the influence. Yet, the science is unclear. There is no evidence that tobacco users have enlarged pupils, and it’s not … Read more
Glaucoma Is Still Underdiagnosed Glaucoma affects millions of people worldwide, but most don’t know they’re at risk until their vision starts deteriorating. According to the Baltimore Eye Survey (BES), approximately half of people who suffer from glaucoma go undiagnosed for years before they seek treatment. One major factor contributing to the lack of early detection … Read more
Our eyes are filled with fluid called aqueous, that helps keep them inflated like a ball. Normal eye pressure can change throughout the day and vary from person to person. In healthy eyes, this fluid drains constantly to keep the eye pressure steady. If your eye pressure is high and your eyesight is regularly deteriorating, … Read more
Glaucoma is an eye disease that causes damage to the optic nerve. Most people who get this condition do not know they have it until they develop vision problems. There is no cure for glaucoma. People with this condition may need surgery or medicine to control pressure inside the eye. Ocular injuries are very common … Read more
Alcohol May Increase the Risk of High Eye Pressure According to American Academy of Ophthalmology, the eye pressure lowering effect of alcohol is only transient. Excessive use of alcohol to reduce eye pressure is definitely not recommended. There are also a number of studies showing that ethanol may have a positive effect on IOP for … Read more
Does Everyone Get Cataracts Eventually? In a word, yes – but not necessarily at the same time. While cataracts tend to develop in one eye first, they eventually develop in the other eye as well, usually within a few months or years of the initial onset. Cataracts are a normal part of the aging process. … Read more