Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration is a disease of the macula - a small area in the retina at the back of the eye. The macula allows you to see fine details clearly and do things such as read and drive. When the…
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetes is the leading cause of new blindness in the 20-64 year old age group. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body fails to produce enough insulin. When uncontrolled, diabetes causes unusually high levels of blood sugar to accumulate in…
Astigmatism
Astigmatism is a common condition that usually occurs when the cornea is irregularly shaped. Instead of being round, it is oval shaped, which causes blurred vision. Most people have some degree of astigmatism and don't notice. In many cases eyeglasses…