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13th October 2009
If you don't currently wear glasses or contact lenses, you might find that when you think of an eye test the picture conjured up in your mind is the card and chart of your school days. While eye tests when you were a child were great for identifying those... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton
05th October 2009
In order to get a Colorado Medical Marijuana Card you must have a qualifying condition. Under Colorado law some qualifying conditions include but are not limited to:
AIDS/HIV
Arthritis
Asthma
Cachexia
Cancer
Crohn’s Disease
Chronic Muscle S... Read >
Author: MarketingMann
02nd October 2009
Until the 1930’s the cannabis plant was widely grown and utilised throughout the world for at least 5000 years. Although nowadays the plant name is synonymous with the drug it actually has an enormous number of uses. In the middles ages cannabis plant... Read >
Author: sam lowe
02nd October 2009
A Supervisor Jeff Stone who attended the fourth Annual National Clinical Conference on Cannabis Therapeutics gave very positive views on the medical value of marijuana. But then he attended presentations by doctors and gave a very thorough consideration t... Read >
Author: Alien
02nd October 2009
Medical cannabis (often referred to as medical marijuana) means the use of the cannabis or the Cannabis plant as a recommended drug by the physician or for herbal therapy. It also includes the use of synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol (T.H.C.) and other canna... Read >
Author: Alien
01st October 2009
A disease is a medical condition in living organisms (plants or animals) that impairs the proper functioning of the body of the organism. Diseases may be caused by external factors, or by internal dysfunctions. Diseases are associated with specific signs,... Read >
Author: mildredcaillouetva36
30th September 2009
Drugs are mainly used to cure diseases. The main objective of the benefits of drugs are mainly categorized into many forms, one is to improve the health services by providing the health needs of the necessary, second is providing best delivery of health... Read >
Author: caryfank
29th September 2009
Glaucoma is increased pressure within the eye. Cells inside the eye produce a clear fluid ("aqueous humor") that maintains the eye’s shape and nourishes the tissues inside the eye. The balance of fluid production and drainage is responsible for maintai... Read >
Author: Dr. Jack Stevens, DVM
28th September 2009
Triphala is a very common and well known herb which is used in India form many centuries. It is also used for ayurvedic medicinal purposes. Triphala means a composed of three fruits, namely harada (haritaki), amla (amalaki), behada (bibahitaki). It helps ... Read >
Author: Bryan Len
23rd September 2009
Many Americans feel that Marijuana is helping fund the war on terror, but making a war on drugs and keeping Marijuana illegal has not stopped millions of Americans from smoking pot everyday. So what is the answer?
First, why is Marijuana illegal? In th... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
17th September 2009
Many Americans feel that Marijuana is helping fund the war on terror, but making a war on drugs and keeping Marijuana illegal has not stopped millions of Americans from smoking pot everyday. So what is the answer?
First, why is Marijuana illegal? In th... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
17th September 2009
Glaucoma is a sneaky condition that can cause blindness. It is a lot like having high pressure in your eyes. The key to treatment is early diagnosis and prevention. It is sad to think that almost all people who lose their eyesight to glaucoma didn’t ha... Read >
Author: Phil Le Breton
11th September 2009
In a situation where a patient goes in for their first eye exam and there is already damage to their vision. Several of the eye problems that are capable of leading to loss or damage of the vision can actually be slowed down, or may even be able to be pre... Read >
Author: Alicia McWilliams
11th September 2009
One of the complications that are associated with diabetes is diabetic eye disease and it is critical that you know proper eye care for this eye condition.
There are three different types of diabetic eye disease:
1) Diabetic Retinopathy- Is a term... Read >
Author: Alicia McWilliams
07th September 2009
Glaucoma witch is called the sneak thief of sight because it has no obvious symptoms at first—it’s painless, and there’s no effect on vision. By the time you notice that your sight isn’t what it used to be, glaucoma has done its damage.
The sympt... Read >
Author: conor
05th September 2009
It’s easy to overlook the importance of regular eye examinations in today’s fast-paced society. If you don’t notice any problems with your eyesight, you may think you don’t need an eye examination. But having a regular eye examination at least onc... Read >
Author: TedBrumby
03rd September 2009
Allergies are what you probably have if you have a runny or congested nose and you sneeze often. Don't feel alone because millions of other people have this also.
The two forms of allergies are seasonal or perennial. If you suffer seasonally you are... Read >
Author: faith101
01st September 2009
What is desowen and why is it prescribed?
Desowen is a topical steroid medication applied directly on the skin to relieve the itching and inflammation associated with a number of skin problems.
Its generic name is 'desonide' and it is also available... Read >
Author: Danny
01st September 2009
What is desowen and why is it prescribed?
Desowen is a topical steroid medication applied directly on the skin to relieve the itching and inflammation associated with a number of skin problems.
Its generic name is 'desonide' and it is also available... Read >
Author: Danny
01st September 2009
Have you noticed your dog with red eyes? If you have, never take it for granted as this could be a sign of a very dangerous condition. While it may not all the time be a cause for alarm, most of the time it is, so it is best to have your dog checked by hi... Read >
Author: AnneMing
26th August 2009
When dealing with prescription eyeglasses, you have several ways of filling those prescriptions. Most ophthalmologists or optometrists can fill them as well as stores such as Lens Crafters, Sears Optical, Wal-Mart Optical and J.C. Penney Optical for start... Read >
Author: Alicia McWilliams
25th August 2009
The good news, according to government statistics released on Wednesday, is that life expectancy in the US is the highest it has ever been at 77.9 years.
The immediate effect on every single American is that you should rush off and check if you can affor... Read >
Author: glenloyd
20th August 2009
Eyeglasses are expensive, especially the frames. It is a big business selling unneeded expensive frames. Pinhole glasses are able to save you money and improve your vision without the expense. Scientifically proven as a visual aid, you can be sure you ... Read >
Author: patriciafrazier
19th August 2009
The long term effects of low vision have become a piece in setting up treatment interventions with older patients. The most common causes of visual problems are macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and cataracts. Each causes a different pr... Read >
Author: Dan
18th August 2009
It works out that in 2003, a group of dermatologist wrote a paper in the Dermatology Online Journal suggesting that a drug used for glaucoma (latanoprost) actually stimulated eyelash growth. This could be the basis for the Jan Marini eyelash product.I was... Read >
Author: Raul Benson
17th August 2009
For years many women have tried different methods to make their eyelashes longer, darker and thicker. LATISSE® is a safe solution that will give you the dramatic eyelashes you always dreamed of without irritating false eyelashes, annoying lash extensions... Read >
Author: Dr. Tom Pousti
12th August 2009
Glaucoma is an eye disease which affects the optic nerve at the back of the eye. Glaucoma slowly destroys this optic nerve which results in an increased pressure to the inside of the eye, and a blockage of the circulation. Glaucoma can affect anyone but u... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry
03rd August 2009
Eyeglasses are expensive, especially the frames. It is a big business selling unneeded expensive frames. Pinhole glasses are able to save you money and improve your vision without the expense. Scientifically proven as a visual aid, you can be sure you ... Read >
Author: Alan Irel
01st August 2009
Glaucoma is one of the major causes of blindness. Glaucoma is due to increased eye pressure. In conventional medicine, most eye doctors would recommend surgeries and eye drops to relieve high ocular pressure in the eye.
However, there is one problem: s... Read >
Author: Stephen Lau
29th July 2009
It is recommended in the UK that people with eye or vision problems should have an eye test every two years. There are a variety of reasons behind this, and it is very important that you do get regular eye tests because they could save you a lot of troubl... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton
24th July 2009
Many of us would give a lot to turn back the clock and go back to our youth. The truth is, not all people age gracefully, and the older we get, the more it will reflect on our skin and bodies. No one has yet been able to discover the Fountain of Youth but... Read >
Author: Travis
24th July 2009
Would you like to slow down the aging process? Wouldn't it be great if one of the anti-aging theories proved to be true? Has anyone actually found the Fountain of Youth? Well, research and studies have been conducted over and over again finding that antio... Read >
Author: Travis
19th July 2009
There are several causes for frequent headache, some much more common than others, and even some are unknown to most people. Therefore, if you suffer from frequent headache you should know that sometimes the underlying reason is quite severe and should be... Read >
Author: Cindy
16th July 2009
Many would consider their sight to be their most important sense, so it is logical to look after your vision by paying regular visits to the optometrist. But another part of maintaining good vision is to know when something is wrong, and to seek treatment... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton
11th July 2009
Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder- yes; your eyes are a vital pair of sensory organs that the above statement partially describes their purpose.
Eyes are highly sensitive organs that demand a lot of care and attention and it does not require to... Read >
Author: Eyesurgeryuk
10th July 2009
Your sight is one of the most important things you possess, which is why it's crucial that you do everything you can to look after your eyes. Like going to the dentist, you should also regularly have check-ups for your eyes because you never know when a p... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton
05th July 2009
The importance of the eyes to the human beings need not be emphasized. Eyes provide us sight, without which life would lose most of its meaning. But at the same time, eyes are constantly exposed to the external environment. Almost everyone in the world ov... Read >
Author: jerry james
05th July 2009
Many people correlate a ‘healthy’ lifestyle with measures such as exercising, taking vitamins, eating healthily, and refraining from smoking. However, ensuring your health is fully in shape takes even more. Sometimes, it’s necessary to consult a hea... Read >
Author: Daniel Collins
27th June 2009
You are probably aware of the seriousness of glaucoma, but did you know that it is possible to have an elevated level of pressure in the eye without any symptoms? Ocular hypertension refers to the increase in pressure in an eye that is above normal, yet n... Read >
Author: True Care Advantage
19th June 2009
Yoga has been shown to relieve stress through exercises that the unification of body and mind. If you are new to yoga, the seven will start you on the path towards a more focused life.
1. Talk to your doctor and explain what type of yoga poses that int... Read >
Author: ali
18th June 2009
When the health of your eye muscles degraded, you can begin facing issues with your eye health. One of the symptoms could be a delay in refocusing when changing focus from one point to another which is closer or further away. If this happens, this indicat... Read >
Author: Mitchell Forbes
17th June 2009
Sight is arguably one of our most vital senses. As such, if your vision has been a little blurry lately or if you’re due for your regular eye exam, you may be rightly concerned about making sure you’re going to the best eye doctor available. Not all d... Read >
Author: True Care Advantage
15th June 2009
Advair a combination of steroids and a bronchodilator is a twice-daily maintenance treatment for adults and children 12 years or older, suffering from asthma. Advair is prescribed to improve the functions of the lungs and prevent asthma attacks. However, ... Read >
Author: Buy Advair Diskus
11th June 2009
The Chinese believe that cataracts and other vision problems are often related to the insufficient performance of the liver and kidney. And by treating this insufficiency they have experienced significant vision improvements among patients.
One of the ... Read >
Author: Dr.B. Chao
11th June 2009
Before you walk into your eye doctor’s office, it’s important to make sure you’ve got all the information you need to ensure a successful visit. Along with bringing your True Care membership card with you, you should also come knowing the followi... Read >
Author: True Care Advantage
02nd June 2009
Let us start with some basic anatomy….. no there is no tests at the end and I am not going to ask any questions. I just feel that for you to understand the effect of Diabetes on the eye, you need to know what the eye looks like and how it functions.
... Read >
Author: Jacques Stanton
15th May 2009
Akron, OH – MarketHATCH, an Ohio based dental marketing and ophthalmology marketing company announced that it has expanded its services to serve the needs of dental and ophthalmology professionals nationwide. Its professional, affordable and effective d... Read >
Author: MarketHATCH
15th May 2009
Health vision is something many of us take for granted, and if your eyesight has always been good, you may have never been to an optometrist. As we age though, the body requires more and more maintenance and this includes your eyes. People with bad eyes... Read >
Author: S Porter
11th May 2009
Laser eye surgery, such as "LASIK" (laser in-situ Keratomileusis) or "PRK" (photorefractive Keratectomy), receives a lot of promotion as well as honest news. Some stories rave about athletes giving up contact lenses after laser surgery. Others claim that ... Read >
Author: Dr. Don Miller
11th May 2009
Laser eye surgery, such as "LASIK" (laser in-situ Keratomileusis) or "PRK" (photorefractive Keratectomy), receives a lot of promotion as well as honest news. Some stories rave about athletes giving up contact lenses after laser surgery. Others claim that ... Read >
Author: Dr. Don Miller
01st May 2009
Diabetes is a blood sugar disorder that is reaching epidemic proportions around the world. Glucose is a natural product after a meal is consumed. The pancreas works to produce insulin which helps move glucose into the cells of the body where it can be use... Read >
29th April 2009
Ophthalmology coding is the use of accurate alphanumeric codes to represent various diagnostic procedures and treatments in ophthalmology. Coders have to be well-versed in coding practices such as CPT, ICD, ICD-9 and HCPCS codes. Though the eyes cover a v... Read >
Author: Julia Rose
17th April 2009
Everyone gets older and when you get older you also become wiser. Unfortunately, when you get older you also will start to notice your eyesight may not be what it once was. That means seniors and the elderly need to take a few extra steps in terms of prop... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry
09th April 2009
Glaucoma is a vision condition that occurs in millions of people. It is known as a vision thief and to be silent because there are not many signs or symptoms that you will experience when you have this condition. The biggest problem is that glaucoma wil... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry
09th April 2009
Glaucoma is known to take the eye sight of many people who do not see an eye doctor on a regular basis. This eye condition can cause serious problems with sight. It is from a build up of pressure in the inside of the eye. This pressure can be responsib... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry
09th April 2009
You should never go into a surgery without knowing what to expect. There are many things you should know about LASIK before you schedule the procedure. This will help you feel more comfortable in the long run prior to the surgery and after in knowing yo... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry
09th April 2009
LASIK surgery is an eye corrective surgery that is most effective when many factors are considered. A doctor will choose you for a candidate if you are not pregnant, have healthy eyes, are in good health, and more.
When considering eye corrective surg... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry
08th April 2009
If you have already made the decision to have glaucoma surgery, a doctor hould be able to advise you on what you should do next in order to have the best potential for a positive outcome. The first thing you should know is that there are medications that... Read >
Author: Juliane Anders
25th March 2009
You think of a 5 year old as very young, however, when your dog turns 5, he is beginning to enter his senior years. Your dog will begin to experience the same health issues as his human family. As you begin to notice changes in your dog's appetite and beh... Read >
Author: Joseph M. Sabol
12th March 2009
Small Businesses have great opportunities to market their business by shifting their focus AWAY from traditional, poor return, tactics TOWARDS high return, highly trackable online Local Internet Market Strategies.
Website Development
If you have a w... Read >
Author: Mel Joelle
10th March 2009
Glaucoma is an eye disorder that develops when pressure builds up inside of the eye. This occurs when the natural fluids inside the eye do not drain properly, or when the eye produces excess fluid. This pressure can cause damage to the optic nerve and res... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry
09th March 2009
Hamsters are a very docile and beautiful pets but unfortunately illnesses take place. Amongst some illnesses there is Glaucoma which is very similar to a Prolapse of the eye/s. Glaucoma affects the eyes of the hamster and its symptoms are that the eye wil... Read >
Author: Nadia Vella of Hamster-Club.com TheHamsterBook.com
06th March 2009
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that affect the optic nerve and can lead to irreversible vision loss. It is usually associated with elevated fluid pressure within the eye. All forms of glaucoma can cause damage to the optic nerve and lead to vision loss... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
03rd March 2009
The eyes are probably one of the most important organs in our bodies. Without the eyes, we cannot detect light and we cannot see what is around us. Taking care of the eyes is important not only to treat existing eye problems but also to prevent possible e... Read >
Author: darrell.j.freeman@gmail.com
03rd March 2009
The eyes are one of the most important parts of our bodies. Without a clear vision, many of our daily tasks can prove to be difficult. We use our eyesight to accomplish common tasks such as reading, walking, cooking, an even the simple appreciation of a b... Read >
Author: darrell.j.freeman@gmail.com
24th February 2009
Your eyes are one of your most precious resources. They allow you to experience the world in a far different manner than if you were lacking vision. They help you process information. They help you identify people and places.
But your eyes are not inf... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
23rd February 2009
Glaucoma is one of the foremost reasons for blindness in the world today. This doesn't have to be so, as it can be treated successfully if it is discovered early. There are a few ways to treat glaucoma and the most radical one is by surgery. This treatmen... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
18th February 2009
Open angle glaucoma, which is also known as chronic simple glaucoma, occurs in 80 percent of all people with it, yet it is an eye disease that can be cured if it is discovered early. There are generally no symptoms with glaucoma; so many people do not rea... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
16th February 2009
Narrow angle glaucoma is a rare form of glaucoma and comes on rapidly. It usually constitutes a trip to the emergency room. The sudden pressure that is created in the eye causes intense pain. This type of glaucoma is hard to ignore, so the person who cont... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
09th February 2009
Taking care of your eyes is perhaps one of the most important things that you can do for your health. However, sometimes no matter what steps you take to ensure you stay healthy, you can still get sick.
Glaucoma is a disease of the eyes, yet it is act... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
03rd February 2009
The good news is that glaucoma is an eye disease that can be treated. The bad news is that any damage that has already been caused by glaucoma cannot be repaired; it will either stay the same or get worse. The best chance for anyone who contracts this eye... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
02nd February 2009
Yoga has been proven to relieve stress by using exercises that unify the mind, body, and spirit. If you are new to yoga, these seven tips will start you on the road to a more centered life.
1. Talk to your doctor and explain what type of yoga pose... Read >
Author: pompyfzr
02nd February 2009
Yoga has been proven to relieve stress by using exercises that unify the mind, body, and spirit. If you are new to yoga, these seven tips will start you on the road to a more centered life.
1. Talk to your doctor and explain what type of yoga poses ... Read >
Author: pompyfzr
02nd February 2009
Vision is generally the top rated of the five senses, yet many people are slack about taking care of their eyes. It really is not very difficult to have an eye exam at least once a year. So many of the vision problems and diseases that people contract can... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
02nd February 2009
Vision is generally the top rated of the five senses, yet many people are slack about taking care of their eyes. It really is not very difficult to have an eye exam at least once a year. So many of the vision problems and diseases that people contract can... Read >
31st January 2009
Eye diseases are a topic that can be found in health news just about every day. Nobody wants to have trouble with their eyesight but it happens to people all the time. You can try to keep your overall health in tiptop shape but sometimes it doesn't matter... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
28th January 2009
If one is serious about their health, then they have to make sure that they take care of their eyes as well. There are four types of glaucoma that can attack the eyes. Acute glaucoma is a very serious disease and needs to be treated immediately. Making su... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
28th January 2009
Music lovers and enthusiasts have all the rights to learn their chosen musical instrument despite of their impairment, as long as such will not completely forbid them to play such. Various tips and instructional guides are available on the internet and so... Read >
Author: Earl Marsden
16th January 2009
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. It is estimated that more than 14 million Americans have some form of diabetes. Public health officials expect that by 2050, there will be more than 48 million diagnosed cases in th... Read >
Author: Chelsea Francis
07th January 2009
Owners who are considering purchasing pet health insurance for their dogs should make sure that the eye health of their dogs covered by the insurance policy. Because many insurance companies will not insure the eyes of a dog whose breed is habitually diag... Read >
Author: Joan Shine
06th January 2009
I would like to tell you about a precursor Glutathione supplement, N-acetyl-cysteine, NAC. Glutathione is produced in every cell in your body and you cannot get it through a supplement, since it is too large to pass through your intestinal walls. Your bod... Read >
Author: Rudy Silva
05th January 2009
Owners who are considering purchasing pet strength cover for their dogs should make definite that the eye vigor of their dogs sheltered by the assurance statement. Because many cover companies will not insure the eyes of a dog whose breed is habitually di... Read >
Author: Jason Richards
30th December 2008
The acai palm tree produces the acai berry. These trees grow in flood plains and swamps. It is native to south and Central America. The fruit looks somewhat like a grape with a large seed in the middle. The color of the berry is a deep purple or green dep... Read >
Author: Joshua McNiel
11th December 2008
Why Diabetics Crave SweetsWhy Diabetics Crave Sweets
Beating Diabetes Without Meds
No matter where you go, someone is offering you things that you should not eat if you are a diabetic. Yet, we all, especially diabetics, find it very difficult to tur... Read >
Author: tomenelson
06th December 2008
Why Diabetics Crave SweetsWhy Diabetics Crave Sweets
Beating Diabetes Without Meds
No matter where you go, someone is always offering you things that you should not eat if you are a diabetic. Yet, we all, especially diabetics, find it very difficult... Read >
Author: tomenelson
26th November 2008
Cats naturally have superior vision. However, there are various conditions that can cause blindness in cats. Some of these conditions include hypertension, glaucoma, and cancer. Let's take a look at some of these causes of feline blindness.
Hypertensio... Read >
Author: D Swain
26th November 2008
When healthy, your cat should have bright and clear eyes. There are a few common feline eye diseases that you should be aware about. Some of these include glaucoma, retinal atrophy, and conjunctivitis. Let's take a look at some of these diseases.
Glauc... Read >
Author: D Swain
11th November 2008
Obesity is the bane of your existence. My bulkiness always deviated me from enjoying life. When I went out on the streets, children used to mock at me. I started ignoring my friends and avoided interacting with people. My excess body weight was becoming l... Read >
Author: theAlexanGroup
04th November 2008
Americans have pursued a never ending search for nutrients, and supplements in an effort to improve ocular health and prevent eye diseases. While many advertized items have little or no actual benefit, there are some that have been shown to be helpful, an... Read >
Author: Jay Stockman
31st October 2008
The Internet, books, magazines, TV all have some kind of article or advertising on the subject of hair regrowth. Choice is good, but it can also be confusing. This article will help you to sort out the facts from fiction and give you guidelines to choosin... Read >
Author: Carol P Mason
31st October 2008
Owners who are considering purchasing pet health insurance for their dogs should make sure that the eye health of their dogs covered by the insurance policy. Because many insurance companies will not insure the eyes of a dog whose breed is habitually diag... Read >
Author: Jay Schindler
30th October 2008
Glaucoma is a disorder of the eye in which excessive pressure builds within the eyeball. This pressure comes from an overabundance of fluid, called aqueous humor. When there is excessive fluid in the eye, it places ocular pressure on the retina and optic ... Read >
Author: AC Teeple
13th October 2008
The Miniature Schnauzer is a feisty and playful dog. It tends to be overtly active at times and often gets hurt in the process. One should be extremely careful while playing with it.
The most common problem that a Miniature Schnauzer owner faces while ... Read >
Author: Betty Roberts
10th October 2008
Sulfacetamide (Albucid, Locula, Optisol; 10%. 20% or 30% drops), Chloramphenicol (Paraxin, Vanmycetin 0.4% drops), Gentamicin (Genticyn, Garamycin 0.3% drops)
Any of the above drugs may be selected by the treating doctor depending on the sensitivity o... Read >
Author: Alien
10th October 2008
Often seniors assume that poor eyesight is a natural part of growing old. By age 65, it is estimated that 1-in-3 Americans have some form of vision impairing eye disease. By detecting and treating eye disease early through annual, dilated eye exams, seni... Read >
Author: Chris Carter
01st October 2008
Glaucoma is a silent disease that always results in blindness if not properly treated. There are several types of glaucoma, but all are a result of increased pressure within the eye, and a corresponding decrease in blood flow to the optic nerve. Like most... Read >
Author: Jay Stockman
23rd September 2008
Glaucoma is the name given to a group of eye diseases in which the optic nerve at the back of the eye is slowly destroyed. Glaucoma damages a part of the eye called the optic nerve. The optic nerve receives light from the retina and transmits impulses to ... Read >
Author: Chris Carter
22nd September 2008
The typical reason for wearing sunglasses is to protect the eyes from too much sun exposure. Over exposure can cause a host of eye problems such as macular degeneration, snow blindness and it can exacerbate glaucoma. When people are in places where the su... Read >
Author: Melanie Click
09th September 2008
Glaucoma is not one disorder but a range of conditions in which the pressure inside the eye becomes too high. Glaucoma leads to blindness by damaging the optic nerve. The optic nerve is a bundle of more than 1 million nerve fibers. It connects the retina ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen
17th August 2008
While LASIK is a helpful operation for many with vision problems, it's not for everybody. There are six basic guidelines that will help you determine of LASIK is appropriate for you (Keep in mind, though, that a medical professional is the best judge of ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
29th July 2008
The drug Paxil was approved by the FDA in 1993. Since then it has become one of the most widely prescribed and heralded anti-depressants on the market. Paxil is in the family of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paxil is a... Read >
Author: Paul Justice
20th June 2008
Over the counter remedies are all thought to be very safe; since a doctor’s prescription is unnecessary. That however, is not true. All medications, whether they are prescribed or not, have side effects, and can react with other pharmacological entities... Read >
Author: Jay Stockman
18th June 2008
Most of them get headache often than others from time to time. There are various forms of headache and there are many other reasons that initiate the trouble of headache. They are even listed as a side effect by few medications whereas they can be the rea... Read >
Author: Sukhdeep
17th June 2008
In ophthalmology, a cataract is known as the opacity of the eye lens. Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye.
Talk to your eye doctor. About a year ago, a new kind of intraoccular implant was developed that lets your eye focus just as it did b... Read >
Author: Sander Bel
11th June 2008
When I turned 60, an unexpected event occurred that inspired me to write this article. Since the age of 10, I had worn contact lenses to correct for my extreme nearsightedness.
But in the last few years, that solution had begun to work less well. After... Read >
Author: Donald Mitchell
09th June 2008
There are two major types of glaucoma: open-angle glaucoma and acute closed-angle glaucoma. Most glaucoma patients have open-angle glaucoma. There are usually no signs or symptoms in the early stages of open-angle glaucoma. The first sign is usually los... Read >
Author: Corwin Brown
03rd June 2008
Chandler's syndrome (CS) is a rare eye disorder. Chandler's syndrome (CS) is caused herpes. The problem is that the corneal endothelium (which lines the inside of the cornea) grows outward and over the trabecular meshwork. The problem then is that the mes... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen
03rd June 2008
Chandler's syndrome (CS) is a rare eye disorder. Chandler's syndrome (CS) is caused herpes. The problem is that the corneal endothelium (which lines the inside of the cornea) grows outward and over the trabecular meshwork. The problem then is that the mes... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen
29th May 2008
Blepharitis, in layman's words, is the inflammation of the eyelids accompanied with such symptoms as redness, itching, burning, excessive tearing, blurred vision, and dry eye. These symptoms are associated with bacterial infections on the lids. As current... Read >
Author: Mitamins Team
13th May 2008
A large part of the worlds population have some eye conditions and vision loss. Many of us want to have 20/20 vision and I am sure that more then a quarter had dreams of it growing up. Though the ideal goal is to get to perfect vision we must understand t... Read >
Author: Dr. Brian Boxer-Wachler
13th May 2008
Corneal Transplants are some of the most common transplants in the United States. There are annually over 40,000 transplants being preformed around the US. Over 90% of all transplants done are successful and after the procedure sight is restored. Corneal ... Read >
Author: Dr. Brian Boxer-Wachler
08th May 2008
An annoying query in the mind of dieters is that how secure is it to go for diet pills. People also want to gather information about the surface property and fitness hazards of these drugs. Studies expose that diet and use of weight thrashing medicine is ... Read >
Author: Alien
28th April 2008
Aniridia is an uncommon inborn circumstance characterized by the underdevelopment of the heart's iris. This normally occurs in both eyes. It is associated with impoverished growth of the retina at the rear of the heart preventing natural imagination growt... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen
28th March 2008
The prospect of having clear vision without spectacles or contacts can be almost irresistible. Today LASIK surgery has made this a very real possibility for millions across the world. However, if you are toying with the idea of getting this surgery do... Read >
Author: William Goldstein, M.D.
21st February 2008
In ophthalmology, a cataract is known as the opacity of the eye lens. Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye.
Talk to your eye doctor. About a year ago, a new kind of intraoccular implant was developed that lets your eye focus just as it did b... Read >
Author: Rachel Broune
31st January 2008
Those who use over-the-counter and prescription pharmaceuticals always know how much medicine they are taking because FDA regulations require precision. People who use herbs face more of a challenge. However, in controlled doses, herbs cause fewer side ef... Read >
Author: Raymond Lee
22nd January 2008
Acute angle-closure glaucoma is caused by a rapid or sudden increase in pressure inside the eye. It is also called intraocular pressure. There are several types of glaucoma. Angle closure glaucoma is caused by a malformation of the eye's drainage structur... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen
21st January 2008
It has been said that a Beagle may lack inherited diseases but, can be affected by a range of eye diseases. The most common are glaucoma and corneal dystrophy and in some rare cases, cherry eye can also exist, especially in your Beagle. Cherry eye is anot... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons
19th January 2008
Your eyeball is filled with fluid (aqueous humor) under a certain amount of pressure, which helps the eye maintain its shape. The pressure can get too high if the fluid builds up and can’t flow out of the eye. This condition is called glaucoma. If not c... Read >
Author: Raymond Lee
20th September 2007
Many people would agree that sight is probably our most precious sense. Unfortunately, in most cases, sight is impossible to recover, even when it is only partially lost. There are many things that may endanger vision, but the eye diseases are definitely ... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola
20th August 2007
There are many reasons a cat may become disabled. A run-in with a car, a fall from a tree or another accident can make a cat lame or even lose a limb. With old age, some cats develop cancer, become arthritic, deaf or blind. Disease, physical injury, poiso... Read >
Author: chip_arm
09th August 2007
Asthma is a chronic disorder of the respiratory tract that knows no age bar.
Many people get their first attack of asthma when they are very young and it goes away gradually as they grow up, but it may come back later in life when they become old. Some... Read >
Author: Alien
04th July 2007
Where do you go when you are having difficulty with your sight? Depending on the extent of the problem, your solution may vary. There are a lot of different types of vision specialists you could see, including an ophthalmologist, optometrist, and optician... Read >
Author: seanicasia
19th June 2007
More than 50 percent of computer users experience eyestrain, blurred vision, headaches and other visual symptoms. Many of these problems can be reduced through an anti-glare screens and eye exercises. Spending too much time looking at a computer screen ma... Read >
Author: Sarpras Navas
16th June 2007
Although Tennessee is known for its popular musicians, it is also the home of many charities serving a variety of socio-cultural causes. Indeed, this southern state I very good at providing southern comfort. Good old’ TN has a whole lot of love!
Wh... Read >
Author: CharleyHwang
15th June 2007
Deciding to go for any surgical procedure is always a big step, and corrective eye surgery is no exception. That's why it's vital to understand totally what it involves before taking the dive to take the surgery that can change your life.
Treatment cho... Read >
Author: seanicasia
15th June 2007
The eye is a delicate organ, requiring extreme care before, during and after a surgical procedure. An experiencedophthalmologist must confirm the need for specific procedure and be responsible for conducting the procedure safely. Many university programs ... Read >
Author: seanicasia
11th May 2007
Migraine headaches are common ailments that affect many people all over the world everyday. They are different in nature from any other type of headache and are very distinguishable. While there is no particular reason why they can occur, there are severa... Read >
Author: Boone Swann
19th April 2007
There are over 180 million Americans who are overweight and almost 90 million of them are severely overweight, or obese. That means 30% of adults in the United States are so overweight that they are at an increased risk for at least 30 medical conditions,... Read >
Author: D Beart
19th February 2007
Eye Exam Warning Signs Save Seniors Lives
Since significant health problems can be detected in a comprehensive eye exam, it pays to keep sight of your annual eye exam.
An annual eye exam can keep serious health conditions from sneaking up on you, ... Read >
Author: Thomas Berten
09th February 2007
Las Vegas Historical Premier Event Winter 2007
In Las Vegas, Premier events are expected, but a true first in Nevada history is very exciting, especially for Nevada's visually impaired people (VIP's).
The Grand "Eye" Opening of Las Vegas' First-Ev... Read >
Author: Thomas Berten
27th January 2007
Failure to take your medications, what doctors refer to as “compliance failure,” remain a problem in the treatment of many medical conditions.
Studies that evaluate how frequently patients miss their medications are unsettling. For certain life-thr... Read >
Author: Paul Krawitz
17th November 2006
The bioflavonoids that have been used in clinical studies and
have shown positive hemorrhoid results. Bioflavonoids have been found to be most effective in helping to relieve and eliminate the symptoms of hemorrhoids. In addition they are useful in red... Read >
Author: Rudy Silva
20th October 2006
If you have hemorrhoids then you need to be taking a good supplement of bioflavonoids. Bioflavonoids have been found to be most effective in helping to relieve and eliminate the symptoms of hemorrhoids. They are useful in reducing enlarged veins in the re... Read >
Author: Rudy Silva
01st September 2006
Everyone has their special love and adoration for a specific breed. My fondness is for the Spaniels. The well-bred, trained English Cocker Spaniel is happy, playful, gentle, loyal, trusting and affectionate toward everyone. They desire to be included in... Read >
Author: Rose Long
08th August 2006
Copyright 2006 Michael Saville
This article gives an overview of glaucoma, looking at glaucoma symptoms; the causes of glaucoma; how glaucoma is diagnosed by your doctor and finally glaucoma treatment.
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases in which da... Read >
Author: Michael Saville
12th July 2006
The eye can be examined with relative ease as to both its function and its structure. A functional examination includes the ability to move in the orbit and the reaction of the pupil to light and accommodation.
The function of the eye may be tested in ... Read >
Author: allan weaser
07th June 2006
Gaining weight is easy. With some extra calories in your food, you can enter into the unhealthy world of obesity. Most of the people today, are overweight because of their mismanaged lifestyle. These people hardly spare time for their looks. Also they do ... Read >
Author: Joseph Jones
09th March 2006
About six months ago, I visited my dentist. Unfortunately, it wasn't a pleasant experience.
After jamming a dental instrument into one of my teeth and asking me if I had been eating sweets, she made a decision. She felt that I had an area that needed t... Read >
Author: David Snape
14th February 2006
Copyright 2006 Anne Wolski
One of the most common causes of blindness for people aged over forty years is glaucoma and it affects around one in fifty people in this age group. People are often unaware that they even have this condition as they may not ... Read >
Author: Anne Wolski
01st February 2006
Have you thought about having LASIK eye surgery? May be you know someone who has gotten it done and they have told you what to expect. Are you still nervous about making the decision to have your eyes permanently reshaped? Knowing what will happen during ... Read >
Author: John Mancini
06th December 2005
Antihistamines: Tavist
Tavist is an over-the-counter antihistamine which is conveniently packaged in
either tablet or syrup form.It can be taken with or without food, but should
always be taken with water.The main action of this medication is t... Read >
Author: Marc Lindsay
13th August 2005
By Lee DobbinsIf you are sick of wearing glasses or fiddling with contacts, you should consider laser eye surgery.
Laser surgery to correct your vision is a well tested procedure but is not for everyone so do not enter into it lightly. Done as outpati... Read >
Author: Lee Dobbins
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