Many people with diabetes don’t realize it can lead to a serious eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. This condition damages the light-sensitive area at the back of the eye (the retina) and can cause vision loss over time. Knowing the different stages of diabetic retinopathy is crucial for people with diabetes. There are 4 stages: […]
What Does Astigmatism Look Like?
No 2 pairs of eyes are exactly alike, and sometimes, when the shape of your eye is different, it can make your vision look different, too. Astigmatism makes your vision blurry at all distances. It occurs when the eye is shaped more like an egg, oval, or football rather than a perfect sphere. Astigmatism can […]
What Is Narrow-Angle Glaucoma?
Narrow-angle glaucoma, also known as angle-closure glaucoma or acute glaucoma, is a serious eye condition that can cause sudden and permanent loss of sight. It occurs when the structure inside your eye responsible for fluid drainage becomes blocked or narrowed. The resulting buildup of fluid and increased eye pressure can damage your optic nerve and […]