Category: Retinal Diseases
December 15, 2018Retinal Disease Statistics
Your retinas are essential for great eyesight. Unfortunately there are different retinal diseases and general health conditions that can lead …
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November 21, 2018Study Suggests Mediterranean Diets Can Help Prevent AMD
Retinal conditions can impact vision, and if left untreated, may lead to a loss of eyesight. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the most common …
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October 22, 2018Retinal Tear vs. Retinal Detachment
The retina is the thin, light-sensitive tissue located at the back of the eye. When the retina becomes damaged, it can lead to serious loss …
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September 28, 2018How the Eye Works
The eye can take in and process thousands of images on a daily basis. All of this happens nearly instantaneously, so many people rarely stop …
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September 13, 2018Retinal Diseases Blindness
There are several different types of retinal conditions. The majority of them cause visual symptoms, such as floating specks, blurred vision, …
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August 6, 2018Summer Eye Care Tips
Summer, the season of sun, sand, and sea, is well underway! Excessive exposure to these elements can lead to vision problems, such as corneal abrasions and …
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June 18, 2018Retinal Conditions that Can Affect Central Vision
The eye is a complex organ that is made up of many parts and layers. Each part plays its own role in ensuring that visual images can be …
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May 18, 2018Retinal Conditions that Affect Peripheral Vision
Peripheral vision is what appears at the sides of your field of view while looking straight ahead. It is an important component of good vision and is vital to …
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April 27, 2018Why You Shouldn't Drive after Pupil Dilation
Pupil dilation is a necessary aspect of ophthalmological care and is used to diagnose a variety of retinal conditions. Many patients drive after pupil dilation …
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March 2, 2018Diabetic Retinopathy Complications: Symptoms and Warning Signs
The doctors at our Kansas City, MO eye care center can diagnose and treat different retinal conditions. Early diagnosis and treatment can …
