Macular Degeneration

by | Apr 21, 2014 | Common Eye Conditions, Eye Doctor

Macular degeneration (or ARMD) affects the area of the retina (macula) that deals with sharp central vision.  It generally affects people over the age of 75, and causes deterioration in central vision. There are two main types; dry and wet. Dry macular degeneration is far more common, progresses slowly and affects the vision more mildly.  Wet macular degeneration is less common, but has far more drastic changes sometimes causing total loss of central vision in extreme cases.  Prevention is key as treatment is limited depending on the type.  Much research has been put into UV protection, nutrition, and dietary supplements such as Vitalux and PreserVision which contains vitamins A, C, E, zinc, lutein, zeaxanthin, & omega-3 to help delay ARMD.  These can be purchased at Vision Care...
Floaters

Floaters

by | Mar 27, 2014 | Common Eye Conditions, Eye Doctor

Inside your eye, there is a watery jelly-like fluid called the vitreous. Tiny specks in the vitreous swirl around as you move your eyes which are more noticeable on bright days or when looking at light coloured objects, e.g. a page of a book.  Most people notice floaters in their vision at some point in their lives.  Myopic people often notice them more, and they are more common with age.  Most of the time, these floaters are perfectly normal.  But if you suddenly notice a large increase in floaters, or notice any flashes of light, or even a shadow across your vision, you should book an eye exam as soon as possible because this may indicate a more serious problem such as a retinal detachment. Please Note: The above content is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Always seek the advice of an Eye Doctor or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical...