Eye cancer is rare, but it usually develops without any warning signs, so it's important to have a doctor check for it during a dilated eye exam every year.
Suddenly seeing flashes of light, floating specks, shadows or other strange vision problems may be signs of a torn retina that needs to be treated.
Age-related macular degeneration is the most common cause of legal blindness in the United States. Retinal therapies are successful treatments to try.
Dry eye (dysfunctional tear syndrome) causes irritation, redness and burning. Excessive tearing from a lack of lubrication can also be a sign of dry eye.
Juvenile (type 1) diabetes requires monitoring and treatment but, if managed well, doesn't interfere with a child's ability to enjoy a full life.
Pediatric ophthalmology helps children from newborns to teens optimize their eye health, treating conditions such as strabismus, amblyopia and myopia.
Glaucoma refers to a group of diseases that can result in vision loss or even blindness. If the condition is treated early, the damage may be limited.
Gestational diabetes is glucose intolerance that develops during pregnancy, worrisome because it can affect the health of both mother and baby.
A corneal abrasion is trauma to the cornea, an area of the eye that's vulnerable to being scratched or poked. Proper treatment prevents vision loss.
Diabetes affects 1 in 11 Americans. If you have diabetes, your body is either not producing insulin or is not using it properly.