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Eye Diseases
The following is a list of common eye diseases.
- Glaucoma
Early detection is key, and patient education is important when you are being treated for glaucoma or are considered suspicious for developing glaucoma. - Cataracts
Cataracts are a common cause of vision loss after age 55. Learn more about recognizing cataracts symptoms, protecting your eyes and understanding cataract surgery. - Diabetic Retinopathy
How does diabetes affect vision? What does diabetes mean for eyesight? Learn more about eye problems resulting from diabetes including diabetic retinopathy, the most common diabetic eye disease and a leading contributor to blindness for adults in America. - Macular Degeneration
Macular Degeneration is an eye disease that affects the portion of the eye responsible for processing fine detail and providing sharp central vision (called the macula). - Ocular Allergy
Are you bothered by red, itchy eyes? You may have allergies. - Blepharitis
Red, swollen eyelids and crusty debris at the base of your eyelashes are signs you may have blepharitis. - Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye syndrome is a common condition, especially in women over age 40. Many treatment options are available. - Conjunctivitis
This acute and contagious form of conjunctivitis is particularly common among preschoolers and school-age children. - Styes and Chalazion
This common problem is simply an infected lid gland. Learn how to prevent and treat styes. - Spots and Floaters
“Floaters” are usually normal and harmless. But if you notice a sudden increase in floaters or floaters accompanied by flashes of light, see your eye doctor immediately. - Uveitis
This inflammatory eye disease can cause permanent vision loss if not promptly treated. - Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy
The back of the cornea is called the endothelium, and diseases of the corneal endothelium are called corneal dystrophies. - Corneal Neovascularization
This condition is characterized by new blood vessels growing into the cornea. - Vitreous Detachment
As we get older, the fluid inside the eye may condense, contract and separate from the back of the eye. - Pingeucula and Pterygium
The common conjunctival degenerations can cause increased eye redness and ocular discomfort. - Sub-Conjunctival Hemorrhage
This condition is characterized by the sudden appearance of blood on the white part of the eye. - Ocular Migraine Headaches
This condition is characterized by visual disturbances accompanied by a headache. - Retinal Holes, Tears, and Detachments
Although small retinal holes or tears may be self-limiting, these eye conditions can result in blindness if undiagnosed and untreated.
