INFORMATION ON DISEASES AND CONDITIONS OF THE EYE
Your vision is one of the most important things you possess to navigate throughout life. Even though the eye is so small, it is a very complicated and complex. Fortunately, other than refractive disorders such as nearsightedness, astigmatism, and farsightedness, few things ever go wrong with ones eyes.
There are, however, many things that can go wrong, usually as we grow older. Some of the conditions that can develop do so unnoticed until it is too late and the disease or condition is far advanced. Fortunately, many conditions are readily noticed and can be brought to the attention of an ophthalmologist (medical eye doctor) early on.
Below is a list of some of the more common eye conditions and diseases. Also listed are topics related to the eye. This information only covers generalizations of each entity. More detailed information can be found through links found on this web site.
- Amblyopia
- Astigmatism
- Cataracts
- Chalazion and Styes
- Computer Vision Syndrome
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Floaters and Flashes
- Glaucoma
- Headaches
- How the Eye Works
- Hyperopia
- Macular Degeneration
- Myopia (Near-Sightedness)
- Nutrition and Your Eyes
- Pingueculum and Pterygium
- Presbyopia and Bifocals
- Retinal Detachment
- Strabismus
- Ultraviolet Light
IMPORTANT: This notice is regarding your safety. Please read carefully.
Please remember that there is no substitute for an eye exam and a professional opinion from an ophthalmologist (qualified medical eye doctor). If you feel that you are experiencing any ocular conditions, consult with an ophthalmologist as soon as possible. This site does not provide medical advice. The content of the website, including (but not limited to) text, graphics, images, information obtained from links, and other material contained on the website, are intended for informational and educational purposes only. The information and material on this website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you've read on this website.
