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Glaucoma Medication Options | OBN
The most common treatments for glaucoma are eye drops and, rarely, pills. They work by lowering the pressure in the eye and preventing damage to the optic nerve. These eye drops won’t cure glaucoma or reverse vision loss, but they…
Dry Eye Disease & Meibomian Gland Dysfunction I OBN
FAQ What is the relationship between Meibomian Gland Dysfunction and Dry Eye Disease? Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) can cause or contribute to Dry Eye Disease (DED) because the meibomian glands produce the oils that form the outer layer of the…
In Light Of Managing Retrobulbar Hemorrhage
Retrobulbar hemorrhage (RBH) is a rapidly progressive, sight-threatening emergency that results in an accumulation of blood in the retrobulbar space. The blood accumulation can lead to an increased IOP that may result in stretching of the optic nerve and blockage…
All About Irido-Corneal Endothelial Syndrome
The iridocorneal endothelial (ICE) syndrome is a developmental disorder of the eye characterized by acquired nontraumatic corneal edema, progressive abnormalities of the iris, and elevated intraocular pressure. Three subcategories of ICE syndrome are commonly recognized: essential iris atrophy, the iris…
Effects of Pregnancy on Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a bilateral, noninflammatory, and often asymmetric condition that leads to progressive thinning and steepening of the cornea. This corneal irregularity may lead to blurry and distorted vision. Although the exact cause of keratoconus remains unknown, it is thought…
The Connection Between Lupus and Macular Degeneration I OBN
Lupus is a potentially debilitating autoimmune disorder. Macular degeneration is a leading cause of vision loss. But the two disparate diseases share an unexpected connection. Lupus, an autoimmune disease, and macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss, share a…
What is color blindness and what are its types?
Color blindness is a deficiency in seeing color or differentiating colors. Color blindness is an inherited vision problem mainly but can arise by losing functionality in cone cells in the retina or from heavy physical or chemical damage in the…
What is Mucus Fishing Syndrome, Causes and Treatments
Eye mucus fishing syndrome is a cyclic condition resulting from the constant extraction of mucous strands from the eye. The condition itself starts with ocular irritation, then leads to excessive mucus production, thereby causing further irritation and more mucus discharge.…
Pterygium Symptoms, Causes, and Surgery
What Is Surfer’s Eye? Pterygium is characterized by a thickening of the conjunctiva tissue that takes on a wing-like or triangular shape and grows from the inner corners of the eye, often extending onto the cornea. Pterygium can either affect…
Use of Contact Lenses in Color Blindness
Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency, is a condition in which an individual has difficulty distinguishing certain colors. While it is more common in men than women, it can affect people of all ages and races. There are…