GeneralHealthTopics.com - Eye Care

Symptoms, Causes and Treatment of Cataract

irfan — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 10:09:13 +0000

What is a Cataract? A cataract is a small patch of cloudiness or opacity that develops in the usually crystal clear lens of the eye. The human lens is a small, convex, glass-like object in the front of the eye which normally allows light to pass through it to focus it onto the back of the eye (rather like a magnifying glass). When a cataract is present, light cannot pass readily through the affected lens and thus vision is distorted. A cataract can form in one or in both eyes, not necessarily at the same time. Cataracts are not a form of cancer.

Thyroid Eye Disease – Protruding, Irritated Eyes

irfan — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 05:35:14 +0000

What is thyroid eye disease? People with hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid glands) may experience changes around their eyes. The most common abnormalities are prominent eyes, a staring expression and infrequent blinking. What are the causes?

Bioptics and Driving

irfan — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 11:14:40 +0000

Over the past 40 years, bioptics have in part allowed thousands of Americans, whose vision falls below the standard legal visual acuity limits (20/40-20/60), to drive an automobile. Persons who benefit from the latter optical devices illustrate visual conditions that reduce resolution or clarity of vision while maintaining peripheral or side vision intact. The latter might include conditions as: albinism, nystagmus, corneal diseases, macular degeneration and others that affect the central macular area of visual functioning; that which is responsible for our detail and color vision abilities.

Glossary of Medical Terms

irfan — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:41:16 +0000

Following are the Most Commonly Used Medical Terms:

Abortion: the premature termination of a pregnancy; may be induced or spontaneous (miscarriage)
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS): a fatal disease caused by a virus that destroys the immune system's ability to fight off infection

Skin Cancer: Tips to Keep Your Skin From Harm

irfan — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:12:09 +0000

Medical experts continue to track the rise of malignant melanoma -- a type of deadly skin cancer that was once rare but is now increasing faster than any other type of cancer in the United States. Last year alone, more than 600,000 cases of skin cancer were reported. The good news is that death rates from skin cancer, including melanoma, are small -- 9 out of 10 cases are cured.

Eye Care for Beautiful Eyes

editor — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:59:32 +0000

EYES To make eyes appear larger, only apply mascara to the top lashes. To emphasize Blue/Grey eyes, use a yellow, orange, or coppery eyeshadow. To emphasize Green eyes, use a plum-colored eyeshadow. To make Hazel eyes appear bluer, use a navy-colored eyeshadow. To emphasize Brown use a pink, salmon, or taupe eyeshadow. To avoid clumpy mascara, wipeoff the brush with a tissue before applying. Prevent your lashes from clumping by using a bit of powder on them. To put the sparkle in you eyes:

Preventing Eye Injuries

editor — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:39:14 +0000

Increasing numbers of children are participating in sports at an early age. Parents and coaches should ensure that kids always wear the appropriate protection while playing certain sports: Always wear a helmet with polycarbonate face mask or wire shield when playing: Baseball Lacrosse Hockey (choose protection approved by the Hockey Equipment Certification Council or the Canadian Standards Association)

Eye Care Tip of The Month

editor — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:17:32 +0000

Avoid Eye Injuries from Fireworks Thousands of eye injuries, which often result in permanent vision loss, occur each Fourth of July from accidents with fireworks. Be safe this Fourth of July and enjoy the public fireworks displays that many communities sponsor. They are presented by highly skilled professionals and they are bigger, brighter and more beautiful than home displays, as well as much less dangerous. If fireworks are legal where you live and you decide to set them off on your own, be sure to follow these important safety tips:

Using Your Eyes and Your Computer

editor — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:17:16 +0000

When you use your computer, do you experience symptoms like headaches, eye strain, blurred vision, eye irritation, double vision, excessive tears or dry eyes, pain in the eyes or excessive blinking or squinting? That means you should visit your optometrist for a comprehensive eye examination. And, when you do, be sure to tell the doctor about the computer work that you do. There are a number of things that you can do to arrange and use the parts of your workstation to eliminate or minimize discomfort.

Sjogren’s Syndrome

editor — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 04:17:47 +0000

Sjogren's syndrome classically features a combination of dry eyes, dry mouth, and another disease of the connective tissues, most commonly rheumatoid arthritis. Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease, characterized by the abnormal production of extra antibodies in the blood that are directed against various tissues of the body.