Eye Care Blog
Debunking the Myths: The Truth About the “Hidden Dangers” of Laser Eye Surgery
Laser eye surgery, including LASIK and PRK, has transformed the lives of millions by providing clearer vision and reducing or eliminating the need for glasses or contacts. Yet despite decades of success, misinformation continues to circulate online about the supposed...
An Introduction to 3-D Vision/ Stereopsis
Stereopsis is the way our eyes and brain work together to help us see depth. Each of our eyes sees the world from a slightly different angle because our eyes are a few inches apart. When you look at something, your brain takes the two slightly different pictures from...
What Does It Mean to Be a Glaucoma Suspect?
Hearing that you’re a “glaucoma suspect” can be unsettling, but it’s an important step toward preserving your vision. Being a glaucoma suspect means that you have one or more risk factors for glaucoma, a group of eye diseases that can damage the optic nerve and...
Scleral Thinning at Muscle Insertions: A Benign Finding
Scleral thinning at the extraocular muscle insertions is a relatively common and typically benign anatomical variation observed during ocular examinations, particularly during strabismus surgery or imaging studies like B-scan ultrasonography, optical coherence...
Adie’s Tonic Pupil: Causes, Adaptation, and Associated Conditions
Adie’s Tonic Pupil, also known as Adie’s Syndrome or Holmes-Adie Syndrome, is a rare neurological condition that primarily affects the eye's response to light and accommodation (focusing on near objects). Typically, it presents in one eye, though both eyes can be...
Why My Vision Is Getting Worse: What Causes More Myopia in Adults?
Have you noticed your vision getting blurrier, even with your glasses or contacts? You’re not alone. Many adults experience increased myopia, also known as nearsightedness, over time. But what causes this change in adults? Let’s look at the common reasons—explained...
Understanding Astigmatism: Causes, Treatments, and a Glimpse at Keratoconus
Astigmatism is one of the most common refractive errors of the eye, affecting millions worldwide. Despite its prevalence, many people are unsure what astigmatism actually is or how it impacts vision. What Is Astigmatism? Astigmatism occurs when the cornea (the...
Could Your Weight Loss Medication Affect Your Vision? Understanding Semaglutides and the Risk of NAION
Semaglutides are a group of medications that have become very popular in recent years, especially for helping with weight loss and managing type 2 diabetes. You may have heard of them by their brand names, like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus. While these medications...