CV Risk Factors Effectively Improved Upon With New Diet

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Patients who find themselves struggling with hypertension and Type 2 diabetes can now find comfort in how to improve protection against CV simply by modifying their diet.  Findings presented at the ACC Middle East Conference 2019 (Oct. 3-5) in Dubai demonstrate that having a high-fiber, low-glycemic index diet can exhibit a convincing, protective role against…

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Uveitis and spA

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If you have uveitis, did you know that you are also more likely to have SpA? SpA is a family of inflammatory rheumatic diseases that cause arthritis.  With SpA, one of the most common symptoms patients complain about is lower back pain. But it can also attack the spine, joints in your legs and arms,…

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Rosacea and Your Eyes

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Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that affects the blood vessels and sebaceous (oil-producing) glands of the face (forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin). The most visible symptoms of rosacea are facial flushing and pimple-like bumps, which makes this condition easily confused with acne. However, with acne, it is the hair follicles that become clogged…

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Ocular Surface Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment

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Ocular Surface Disease, commonly referred to as OSD, is a grouping of multiple eye disorders that include dry eye, meibomian gland dysfunction, blepharitis, ocular allergy, and conjunctivitis. In many cases these conditions may occur at the same time, and because many have similar signs and symptoms they are frequently misdiagnosed. Ocular surface conditions interact in…

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November is Diabetes Awareness Month

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Diabetes is an extremely common disease that can have negative implications on vision health. Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes can lead to vision problems, and it is important to take care of blood sugar levels and take steps to regulate the disease in order to avoid vision complications that could potentially lead to…

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Sleep Apnea and Dry Eye

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Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the muscles of the throat intermittently relax while an individual is asleep, blocking the airways. Those with OSA often experience daytime sleepiness and fatigue, but the side effects can also include ocular disorders like Dry Eye. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, OSA can cause or intensify the below…

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Cataract Surgery: See What’s Important in Life

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Has your vision changed over the years? If you have begun to experience blurred, clouded vision you may be developing cataracts in your eyes. Cataracts can take time to become apparent, as they often progress slowly. As cataracts develop, they can make it difficult to see with glasses on, to drive, and to do the…

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Did you know that women are at a higher risk for visual impairment?

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It’s true! Studies have found that two of every three individuals with blindness or visual impairment are women, and diseases such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and cataracts are more common in females. Medical professionals point to a few factors that might be behind these statistics: Women tend to live longer than men Women have…

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LipiScan Now Available at North Toronto Eye!

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North Toronto Eye Care continues to be at the forefront of technology by now offering LipiScan testing for our patients. The LipiScan tests the meibomian glands, the part of the eye most likely to cause dry eye, providing high-definition images to show blockages or irregularities. The LipiScan is quick, efficient, and provides highly accurate images…

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Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy

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Those with diabetes know that this common disease can come with unanticipated side effects. One of these complications is diabetic retinopathy, a prevalent eye disease occuring in the diabetic community. Diabetic Retinopathy is manageable, and permanent vision loss can be prevented with early detection and treatment. The eye care specialists at North Toronto Eye Care…

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