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Red Eye
The redness associated with “red eye” is usually caused by dilated or swollen blood vessels. As a result, the surface of the eye looks bloodshot. In contrast to vision problems or pain in the eye, red eye is often less of a concern. However, there are times when red eye may be a sign of a more serious…
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Retinal Disorders
Retinal disorders are conditions that affect the layer of tissue at the back of the eye, known as the retina. This important part of the eye responds to light and passes on images to the brain. All retinal disorders affect your vision in some way, but some can also lead to blindness. Macular degeneration. Also known…
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Retinitis Pigmentosa
The term retinitis pigmentosa (RP) refers to a set of degenerative genetic diseases that gradually kill off the light-sensing cells (rods and cones) of the retina, eventually causing blindness. It is a relatively rare genetic disorder, affecting only 1 in 4,000 people. Retinitis pigmentosa can be difficult to adapt to without proper support. Although there…
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Scleritis
The sclera is the white portion of the eye. Scleritis is an inflammation of this white portion of the eye. This condition can be extremely destructive disease leading to vision loss. Occasionally, scleritis can be severe enough to cause pain and actual perforation of the globe of the eye. Once the globe is perforated, the…
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dermatitis identifies an inflammatory condition of the skin. Sudden or persistent swelling and redness are characteristic, along with some degree of itching or burning. In the extreme, there can be blisters, oozing, scaling and crusting. Dermatitis has many forms and many causes. Seborrheic dermatitis is characterized as a chronic inflammation of the tissues surrounding the…
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Sjogren’s Syndrome
Pronounced SHOW-grins, Sjogren’s syndrome is a disorder of the immune system, or an autoimmune disease, which causes the body’s immune system to attack and harm the body’s glands. Your glands are responsible for the production of saliva, tears, and other lubrication necessary for the proper function of the body. Sjogren’s Syndrome Symptoms and Side Effects…
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Sleep in the Eyes (Eye Discharge)
Sometimes referred to as “sleep” or eye matter, eye discharge that appears in normal consistency upon waking is a typical part of your body’s defense mechanisms, protecting your eyes from bacteria or other irritants. Eye discharge that appears in abnormal consistency, color, or quantities might be a sign of a more serious condition and should…
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Special Needs
The cognitive differences of special needs children and adults are well-documented, but vision issues often receive less attention. People with special needs have the same range of vision issues as their neurotypical counterparts; however, these vision problems occur at a much higher rate in special needs populations. Involving optometrists in your loved one’s care team…
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Stargardt Disease
Loss of eyesight and macular degeneration are typically associated with aging. Stargardt disease, however, an inherited form of macular degeneration, commonly affects children and young adults. Also referred to as Stargardt macular dystrophy (SMD) or flavimaculatus, the term Stargardt disease refers in particular to the form of inherited macular degeneration which affects individuals at a…
