Author: Retina Associates, LLC
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November 21, 2018Study Suggests Mediterranean Diets Can Help Prevent AMD
Retinal conditions can impact vision, and if left untreated, may lead to a loss of eyesight. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the most common …
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October 22, 2018Retinal Tear vs. Retinal Detachment
With this in mind, the team at Retina Associates would like to go over the differences between retinal tears and retinal detachment. You may be surprised to …
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September 28, 2018How the Eye Works
The eye is actually made up of multiple parts and layers that all play an important role in producing clear vision. Understanding how the eye works helps our …
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September 13, 2018Retinal Diseases Blindness
Here, our team at Retina Associates in Kansas City, MO discusses retinal diseases and blindness and explains the importance of proactive eye care. What Does …
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August 6, 2018Summer Eye Care Tips
Summer, the season of sun, sand, and sea, is well underway! Excessive exposure to these elements can lead to vision problems, such as corneal abrasions and …
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June 18, 2018Retinal Conditions that Can Affect Central Vision
Central vision loss impacts a person’s middle field of vision. Even if a person maintains clear peripheral vision, it will be difficult to make out details and …
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May 18, 2018Retinal Conditions that Affect Peripheral Vision
Peripheral vision is what appears at the sides of your field of view while looking straight ahead. It is an important component of good vision and is vital to …
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April 27, 2018Why You Shouldn't Drive after Pupil Dilation
Pupil dilation is a necessary aspect of ophthalmological care and is used to diagnose a variety of retinal conditions. Many patients drive after pupil dilation …
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March 2, 2018Diabetic Retinopathy Complications: Symptoms and Warning Signs
People who suffer from diabetic retinopathy can potentially experience major vision loss if the condition is not properly addressed. A complication of …
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January 31, 2018Symptoms of Retinal Tears: Key Warning Signs and Risk Factors
The Kansas City, MO team at Retina Associates would like to go over some of the most common warning signs, symptoms, and risk factors of retinal tears. By …
