A study published recently in Contact Lens and Anterior Eye, reported on researchers in the UK and Turkey who have developed a contact lens which can detect changes in eye pressure which signals possible glaucoma. (1) The contact lenses...read more
A study conducted by the Department of Ophthalmology, Samsung Medical Center noted that cataract surgery can reduce the risk of dementia in those patients with vision challenges, particularly among those who are younger and male. (Lee C. Shin, Kim...read more
When is Botox Used for Cosmetic Procedures and for What Conditions? Botox is a neuromodulating agent that is injected under the skin. It is intended to “paralyze” the muscles of facial expression. It is frequently used to temporarily soften...read more
Researchers from the Department of Ophthalmology, Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School have found there is a significant need to identify children who are at risk of preventable loss of vision. The majority of the children in the study were part...read more
A condition called Chronic Cerebral Hypoperfusion (CCH) occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted for an extended period of time. This can lead to serious cerebrovascular disease such as white matter disease. According to the International Society...read more
A corneal abrasion is a scratch to the epithelium. The cornea is made up of five layers and the epithelium is the outermost layer of the cornea that is exposed to the environment. It can be vulnerable to scratches...read more
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