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Dark Circles: More Than Inadequate Sleep One of the biggest problems in modern life is dark circles. While the precise mechanisms by which dark circles are formed is being researched, lack of sleep is considered the biggest culprit. Too little time spent lying down is a cause and lack of sleep makes the skin around… Read More
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Allergic Conjunctivitis: Pink Eye People have allergic conjunctivitis when eyes come into contact with an allergen. This is a substance that makes the immune system of the body overreact. Eyes become sore, painful and inflamed. Symptoms take place because histamine is released along with other active substances by mast cells as the immune system overreacts…. Read More
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<Source> These FAQs will help prospective cataract patients to know what to expect from their surgical procedure, how to prepare for it, and what precautions are to be taken upon completion of the surgery. What Are Cataracts? A cataract is a medical condition that affects the eye, causing a protein buildup in the lens that… Read More
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Having clear and sharp vision help you focus better, perceive the world around you in a unique way and you can easily do everyday tasks. However, sometimes the vision becomes hazy or blurry, and you feel like someone has put a filter over your eyes and you’re no longer able to see anything with the… Read More
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Understanding Mydriasis The pupil of the eye open (dilate) and close with exposure to light and darkness. (See Figure 1) Mydriasis is a condition when the pupil fails to respond to light and become smaller as it normally should. The pupil opens with darkness to allow more light in and shrinks in bright light to… Read More
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Are you tired of rubbing your eyes or blinking rapidly to get rid of that uncomfortably dry feeling in your eyes? If so, you don’t have to resort to a doctor’s prescription or over-the-counter medication to get your eyes back up to snuff. Here are a few treatments you can do within the comfort of… Read More
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If you experience chest pain yourself or see someone with chest pain, the first thing that strikes the mind is heart attack. Yes, chest pain is not something you can easily ignore so, it needs to be understood that chest pain may be caused by various problems, including problems in esophagus, lungs, ribs, muscles or… Read More
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The number of people affected by macular degenerationin the United States is approaching 2 million. It is the leading cause of legal blindness in people over the age of 55 in the U.S. The double whammy of an aging population and increases in life expectancy mean that the number of people suffering from this condition… Read More
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With the hot sun beating down on your eyes this summer, it’s always good to support your eyes in other ways than just wearing sunglasses. Certain foods in particular have been proven to maintain healthy eyesight and prevent painful eye conditions. Foods rich in Beta Carotene, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc and Omega-3 all aid… Read More
