The macula is the part of the retina responsible for acute central vision, the vision one uses for reading, watching television and recognizing faces. A macular hole is a small, round opening in the macula. The hole causes a blind spot or blurred area directly in the center of your vision. Most macular holes occur. . .Read More
Lots of people deal with chronic eye and vision problems — including the rich and famous. For instance, John Goodman took time off from his busy film career a few years ago to have his cataracts removed. Though he had just turned 60, his vision had deteriorated enough to make daily life a challenge. Goodman. . .Read More
In a previous article, we explored Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and discussed the signs and symptoms of this disease, as well as the various forms of AMD. Now, let’s talk about the various treatment options currently available for AMD. The information for this article was primarily obtained from the American Academy of Ophthalmology website. (www.aao.org,. . .Read More
Macular Degeneration is a common diagnosis for patients over age 50. The incidence increases in each subsequent decade of life. Patients who receive this diagnosis often become emotionally distraught because they believe it always results in blindness. While it is true that some cases can lead to central loss of vision, that is not true. . .Read More