Glasses as the sole therapy can improve and even resolve the vision of children with strabismus and combined strabismic-anisometropic amblyopia. The finding should encourage clinicians to consider prescribing glasses until their patients stop improving, before resorting to patches or atropine.
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Glasses Helpful as Sole Treatment in Strabismus Amblyopia
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4645 days ago (Editorial)PREVENTING EYE DISEASE
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4646 days ago (Editorial)
According to the World Health Organization, 75% of the world's blindness is preventable. But to prevent the serious eye diseases that cause vision loss and blindness, early detection is vital. Most serious eye diseases have no warning signs. To see more details, visit thinkaboutyoureyes.com
MEDICAL DOCTORS RECOMMEND REGULAR VISION SCREENINGS TO IDENTIFY EYE ISSUES IN CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4646 days ago (Editorial)
A coalition of medical doctors is recommending regular eye screenings for children and young adults as an evidence-based, cost-effective plan for providing vision benefits mandated by the Affordable Care Act. The American Academy of Ophthalmology, along with the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, outlines specific eye-related se
BLACK EYE INTRODUCTION
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4646 days ago (Editorial)
A black eye often results from injury to the face or the head, and is caused when blood and other fluids collect in the space around the eye. Swelling and dark discoloration result in a "black eye" – sometimes called a "shiner." Most black eyes are relatively minor injuries. Many heal on their own in a few days, but they may signify a more serious injury. Despite the name, "black eye," the eye it
OPTIMAL ALGORITHM DEVELOPED FOR DETERMINING FOCUS ERROR IN EYES AND CAMERAS
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4646 days ago (Editorial)
University of Texas at Austin researchers have discovered how to extract and use information in an individual image to determine how far objects are from the focus distance, a feat only accomplished by human and animal visual systems until now.
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BEWARE DECORATIVE CONTACT LENSES
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4646 days ago (Editorial)
Experts say there are risks with over-the-counter contacts, and users can develop infections if not used properly
For Halloween revelers, turning their eyes from blue to otherworldly with over-the-counter, decorative contact lenses may enhance holiday fun, but health experts warn these devices can lead to serious vision-threatening problems.
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For Halloween revelers, turning their eyes from blue to otherworldly with over-the-counter, decorative contact lenses may enhance holiday fun, but health experts warn these devices can lead to serious vision-threatening problems.
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Ice-Tech Launches The Workplace Lens
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4648 days ago (Editorial)
ICE-TECH Advanced Lens Technologies, the exclusive manufacturer of the THIN-ICE Lens, has developed a new type of Progressive Addition Lens: The Workplace Lens. The Workplace Lens is the first in its line of occupational lenses, designed to comfort the fatigued eye. Perfect for patients who like to read, cook, do hobbies, or work a lot at the computer, and are used to the burning eyes, tension, h
Eye Medications
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4648 days ago (Editorial)
Eye medications are used to diagnose, treat and prevent eye diseases. Most eye medicines need a prescription. However, artificial tears (to lubricate the eye) and ocular decongestants (to decrease redness) are available as over-the-counter eye drops. Eye drops and ointments (salves) are the most common ways to medicate the eye. Other routes of administration are oral (tablets, capsules, liquids),