The Connection Between Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Glaucoma: What Every Patient Should Know

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Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and glaucoma may seem unrelated, but research has revealed a significant degree of connection between these two health conditions. For patients diagnosed with sleep apnea, understanding this relationship may be crucial for protecting your vision and eye health. What is Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? OSA is characterized by repeated episodes of…

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Presbyopia Correcting IOLs (Intraocular Lenses) – Options beyond LASIK

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Presbyopia is a natural and universal part of aging that involves the gradual loss of the eye’s ability to focus up close. It is distinct from other refractive errors such as nearsightedness or farsightedness. This condition typically becomes noticeable in mid-40s and continues to progress until around age 65. Presbyopia occurs because the lens inside…

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Demodex Blepharitis and XDEMVY®

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Demodex blepharitis is a common yet often overlooked condition that can significantly impact ocular health. Demodex mites are microscopic parasites that live in the hair follicles and sebaceous glands of humans. There are two species primarily associated with ocular conditions: Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis. These mites can infest the eyelids, including lash follicles and sebaceous…

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Understanding Ozempic’s Impact on Diabetic Eye Health: Guide for Patients

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Ozempic (semaglutide) is a medication used to help manage type 2 diabetes. It belongs to a class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists, which help lower blood sugar by increasing insulin release, decreasing glucagon secretion, and slowing gastric emptying.1,2 It has revolutionized diabetes management, but its ocular effects require careful consideration – especially for patients…

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Phakic Intraocular Lenses for Nearsightedness

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(Original post from https://www.aao.org/eye-health/news/phakic-intraocular-lenses-nearsightedness ) Written by: Celia Vimont Reviewed by: Jeffrey Whitman MD OCS Feb. 27, 2017 For people who are unable to have LASIK or similar laser vision correction surgery to treat their nearsightedness, there is another option: implanting an intraocular lens. A recent study found the Phakic intraocular lens (IOL) has been…

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Combined Cross-linking with Femtosecond Laser Assisted Intracorneal Ring Implantation For Improved Corneal Strength in Keratoconus

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  Keratoconus is a degenerative condition of the eye. This progressive disorder causes the cornea, the front part of the eye, to change in structure, thin, and eventually to alter into a more cone-shaped appearance. It can lead to decreased vision, distortion and deterioration in vision, as well as light sensitivity.   There are treatment…

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