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MD Support
Provides information, links and an in-house store for those with macular degeneration [1 opinion]
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SightWise
Public awareness site dedicated to preventing detached retina for very nearsighted people and others at risk. [1 opinion]
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The Achromatopsia Network
A network for individuals and families affected by the vision disorder achromatopsia, including rod monochromacy and blue cone monochromacy. [0 opinions]
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Dry Eyes
Symptoms, causes and treatment options for the medical condition known as dry eye. [0 opinions]
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The Eye Site
Resource for research on possible nutritional relationships to eye diseases such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and cataracts [0 opinions]
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Macular Degeneration
Overview of wet, dry and age related macular degeneration. Defines signs, symptoms, diagnoses and treatment options. [0 opinions]
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Amblyopia
Defines this eye disorder, commonly called 'lazy eye'. Lists cause, signs and symptoms and treatment options. [0 opinions]
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Astigmatism
Astigmatism means that the cornea is oval like a football instead of spherical like a basketball. [0 opinions]
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Blepharitis
Common inflammatory condition that affects the eyelids. Provides signs, symptoms, causes and treatment options. [0 opinions]
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Chalazion
A chalazion (stye) is a small lump in the eyelid caused by obstruction of an oil producing or meibomian gland. [0 opinions]
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Nevus
A nevus is typically a flat, benign, pigmented area that may appear inside the eye or on its surface. [0 opinions]
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Color Blindness
Information regarding this hereditary condition. Provides causes, sign and symptoms, detection and treatment. [0 opinions]
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Corneal Ulcer
Forms when the surface of the cornea is damaged or compromised. Provides further information such as causes, types, how it is diagnosed and treated. [0 opinions]
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Dacryocystitis
Dacryocystitis is an infection of the tear sac that lies between the inner corner of the eyelids and the nose. [0 opinions]
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Diabetic Retinopathy
Explains this complication of diabetes which affects the eyes and ones vision. Lists signs, symptoms, causes, detection and treatment options. [0 opinions]
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Ptosis
Drooping of the upper eyelid. Explains causes, symptoms, detection and treatment options. [0 opinions]
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Ectropion
Sagging lower eyelid that leaves the eye exposed and dry. Most common among people over the age of 60. [0 opinions]
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Entropion
An eyelid that turns inward, is a problem that typically affects the lower lid. [0 opinions]
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Episcleritis
Inflammatory condition of the connective tissue between the conjunctiva and sclera known as the episclera. [0 opinions]
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Flashes and Floaters
Provides and explanation as to what floaters are, the causes, signs and symptoms and how it is diagnosed and treated. [0 opinions]
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Temporal Arteritis
Also known as giant cell arteritis, is an inflammatory condition affecting the medium-sized blood vessels that supply the head, eyes, and optic nerves [0 opinions]
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Glaucoma
Disease caused by increased intraocular pressure (IOP) resulting either from a malformation or malfunction of the eyes drainage structures. [0 opinions]
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Hyphema
Term used to describe bleeding in the anterior chamber (the space between the cornea and the iris) of the eye. [0 opinions]
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Rubeosis
Term that describes abnormal blood vessel growth on the iris and the structures in the front of the eye. [0 opinions]
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Iritis
Inflammatory problem of the iris, the colored part of the eye. Signs and symptoms along with treatment options from St. Luke's Institute. [0 opinions]
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Nearsightedness (Myopia)
Lists the signs, symptoms and treatment option for nearsightedness, which occurs when light entering the eye focuses in front of the retina. [0 opinions]
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Keratoconus
Degenerative disease of the cornea that causes it to gradually thin and bulge into a cone-like shape. [0 opinions]
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Macular Hole
Problem that affects the very central portion of the retina. Lists the various causes, the signs and symptoms and treatment options. [0 opinions]
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Pinguecula
Benign, yellowish growth that forms on the conjunctiva. Thought to be caused by ultraviolet light. [0 opinions]
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Presbyopia
Term used to describe an eye in which the natural lens can no longer accommodate. Lists signs, symptoms and treatment. [0 opinions]
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Pterygium
Raised, wedge-shaped growth of the conjunctiva. Common among those who live in tropical climates or spend a lot of time in the sun. [0 opinions]
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Scleritis
Inflammatory disease that affects the conjunctiva, sclera, and episclera (the connective tissue between the conjunctiva and sclera). [0 opinions]
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Uveitis
General term that refers to inflammation or swelling of the eye's structures responsible for its blood supply. [0 opinions]
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