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Vision problems may continue despite successful ?lazy eye? treatment
A recent study published in the February 2011 issue of Archives of Ophthalmology reveals that despite a return to normal or near-normal vision after treatment for lazy eye, patients may still suffe...
Glaucoma gene identified!
Researchers have identified a new candidate gene for the most prevalent form of glaucoma known as primary open angle glaucoma (POAG). Details are reported in the February 17 journal PL0S Genetics.
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Asthma does NOT increase likelihood of Macular Degeneration
A new study reveals that patients with lung diseases such as asthma do not have an increased risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The study is published in the February edition of the Am...
15 minute X-ray treatment could save the vision of thousands
A new X-ray treatment under trial in the U.K. could ultimately save the vision of thousands who
Omega-3 fish oils may be the key to prevention of diabetic retinopathy
Retinopathy is a major cause of blindness and is becoming even more prevalent with the increase of obesity in Americans. A new study indicates that omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent the developm...
Discovery of enzyme may lead to new therapies
Researchers at the University of Kentucky have discovered a new clue in what causes geographic atrophy, an advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Patients diagnosed with the d...
Fuchs dystrophy linked to free radical damage
Almost 4 percent of the population over the age of 60 suffers from Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) which is an eye disease that can cause vision loss due to epithelial cell death in the ...
Benefits and results of SLT rather than eyedrops
If you've got glaucoma, there's a good chance you take eyedrops every day. But it's easy to forget to use them. You've got to remember to fill your prescription every month and to carry the eyedrop...
Sideline vision test accurately detects concussions
In today's Super Bowl game, the opposing 300-pound players will launch themselves into each other with testosterone-laced aggression. Heads protected only by 3/4" of foam cushioning and 1/4" of pol...