Author: Retina Associates, LLC
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June 29, 2020Retinal Disease and Glaucoma
Glaucoma is characterized by excess or increased pressure inside the eye, which eventually damages the optic nerve. In many cases, the exact cause of glaucoma …
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June 10, 2020Retinal Disease and Diabetes
Diabetes is linked to a number of eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, and macular edema. One of the most common eye diseases affecting individuals …
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June 6, 2020What Is the Difference Between Wet and Dry Macular Degeneration?
Macular degeneration is an age-related disease that causes vision loss in the center of the field of vision due to thinning of the macula. Macular degeneration …
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May 14, 2020What Are the Leading Risk Factors for Retinal Detachment?
Retinal detachment is a serious eye condition that can leave retinal tissue deprived of oxygen. If you experience any sudden change in visual perception, call …
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April 20, 2020We Are Open to Handle Your Eye Emergencies
Retina Associates remains open to handle eye emergencies. Our eye care team is taking extra precautions to protect your safety if you need to be treated for an …
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March 15, 2020How Do I Know If I Have a Torn or Detached Retina?
A torn retina is an emergency situation that results from the retina detaching from its normal position. The retina is a thin layer of tissue at the back of …
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February 22, 2020Retinal Vascular Disease Symptoms
Within the retina, there is an intricate system of arteries, capillaries, and veins that deliver oxygen and vital nutrients. Many retinal diseases compromise …
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January 23, 2020Aging and the Risk of Retinal Diseases
The eyes are complex structures that focus light and transfer it to signals that are sent to the brain, where an image is processed. For a person to enjoy …
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December 17, 2019Blood Pressure and Retinal Diseases
Your vision is connected to other aspects of wellness in ways that you don’t always expect. For example, high blood pressure and circulatory problems could …
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November 12, 2019Sun Exposure and the Risk of Retinal Disease
At Retina Associates, we always stress patient education as well as prevention. This helps our patients understand the various causes of retinal conditions out …
