by Dr. Michael Garin | Apr 7, 2021 | Eye Conditions, Eye Infections / Disease
Vitreous hemorrhage has an incidence of seven cases per 100,000, which makes it one of the most common causes of acutely or subacutely decreased vision. Although the diagnosis of vitreous hemorrhage is generally straightforward, management is dictated by uncovering...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Apr 5, 2021 | Eye Conditions, General Health
Dyslexia is a complex condition that affects the way the brain processes and interprets information. Dyslexia can impact reading, writing, and spelling skills. Dyslexia can also cause difficulty with organizational skills, concentration in noisy environments,...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Mar 10, 2021 | Eye Conditions, Eye Infections / Disease
A xanthelasma is a yellowish deposit of fat and cholesterol found under the skin that’s around or on the eyelids. Xanthelasmata are not harmful, nor do they cause any pain, but most people do not care for the appearance of these yellow growths around the eyes and...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Feb 18, 2021 | Eye Conditions
The eye depends on the presence of a tear film to provide constant moisture and lubrication to maintain vision and comfort. Tears are a combination of: Water, for moisture Oils, for lubrication and to prevent evaporation of tear liquid Mucus, for even spreading of...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Feb 16, 2021 | Eye Conditions
Parents used to tell their kids to eat their carrots for good eyesight. While good nutrition is always important, scientists now offer equally simple and beneficial advice: Go outside. They recommend two hours of sunlight a day to help children avoid developing...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jan 21, 2021 | Eye Care, Eye Conditions, General Health
Uhthoff’s phenomenon (also known as Uhthoff’s syndrome, Uhthoff’s sign, and Uhthoff’s symptom) is the worsening of neurologic symptoms in multiple sclerosis (MS) and other neurological, demyelinating conditions when the body gets overheated...
