What is Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis?
...such as these. Eye problems, such as uveitis – eye inflammation; glaucoma – optic nerve damage due to pressure of the fluid inside the eye; or cataracts – a clouding...
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Posterior Subcapsular Cataract: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
...develop due to: eye trauma oral corticosteroids use exposure to ionizing radiation excessive alcohol consumption inflammation Risk factors can include: glaucoma diabetes atopy, a specific type of allergy alcohol consumption...
Cystoid Macular Degeneration: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
...Retinal vein occlusion is when one of the veins that carries blood away from your retina becomes blocked. Risk factors include: age over 50 years high blood pressure glaucoma diabetes...
Chemotherapy Side-Effects
...problems, including:7 Cataracts Conjunctivitis Dry Eye Syndrome Glaucoma Light sensitivity Thorough washing of the hands and the avoidance of unnecessary touching of the eyes can reduce the risk of eye...
What is Contact Lenses: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...blurred vision caused by glaucoma or cataract, medical eye care by an ophthalmologist is required. Co-management by both an optometrist and ophthalmologist is recommended for chronic eye health problems, where...
What is Rubella?
...the U.S. were born with CRS.[19] Symptoms of CRS affect the baby, and include:[11][19] Congenital heart disease Deafness Eye defects, such as cataracts or glaucoma Low birth weight Learning difficulties...
What are the signs of Herpes?
...possible: Scarring of the cornea Glaucoma, leading to optic nerve damage which may result in blindness Loss of vision, though this is rare If you are concerned that you may...
What is Tarsorrhaphy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...Preventing further damage to the eyelids from dryness, dust and debris - Reducing the risk of infection – A lower eye pressure, reducing the risk of serious damage from glaucoma...
What are Chemotherapy Side-Effects?
...Cataracts Conjunctivitis Dry Eye Syndrome Glaucoma Light sensitivity Thorough washing of the hands and the avoidance of unnecessary touching of the eyes can reduce the risk of eye problems. Long-term...
What is Uveitis Consultation: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...and before parts of the eyes begin to degenerate Reduce the risk of complications that are associated with uveitis such as glaucoma or the irreparable damage of the nerves of...