Eye & Vision Health

Here is a patient's experience of pigment dispersion syndrome, which includes causes, treatment options, and day-to-day management tips for this unusual eye disorder.

This is about my experience having combined cataract surgery and a vitrectomy after having lost sight in the central vision of my left eye.

This is my honest and unsponsored review of Cyxus blue light blocking glasses. It is also an honest account of how I use them to reduce digital eye strain at work and at home.

I wanted to share my experience with anyone who is considering getting LASIK eye surgery in the future.

When I saw large black lines and squiggles in my vision, I thought it might have been retinal detachment. However, after getting a retinal scan, my ophthalmologist told me it was just vitreous detachment—a normal part of the aging process.

Going to the optician is a common task for a vast number of us. However, when living abroad such simplistic tasks pose a series of learning curves and challenges. Buying glasses in China is the same.

My guide to buying prescription spectacles online, comparing the advantages and disadvantages relative to buying from a brick-and-mortar store.

When a person hears the word "cataract," one usually thinks of a condition that plagues aging adults—and by aging I mean folks who are in their 70's and beyond. That's what I thought, too...

I have been doing eye exercises for over four years, and my vision continues to improve. These simple vision-improvement exercises made a huge difference in the quality of my eyesight.

Rest easier by knowing what to expect when cataract surgery looms in your future.

The caloric test examines inner ear function in patients who have balance problems or who suffer from dizziness. Knowing what to expect can ease anxiety about the procedure.

Advice for buying practical aids for those who have failing eyesight or vision problems.

I'll describe the procedure my ophthalmologist used to control eye pressure when I was diagnosed with glaucoma.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease that steals your vision like a thief in the night. What is it? What are the symptoms? Learn more about this silent thief.

Contacts lenses provide better quality of vision than glasses, and they also provide more freedom for physical activities. Here is my experience of contact lenses—the joys and the pitfalls!

A review of the postoperative results of a Crystalens AO implant. Observations, improvements, and problems from a patient's viewpoint.

I am losing my eyesight to a disease called MacTel, or Idiopathic Juxtafoveal Macular Telangiectasia. The doctor told me there was no treatment, but I found out that laser treatments or cryotherapy injections can be done.

Personal experience with cataract surgery and a Crystalens implant, including the surgery, early results and the costs of the procedure

This article explains what a cataract is, what the symptoms are, and a summary of my own experience with this condition.

What causes your eye to suddenly turn so red it looks like a bloody eye? How long does it take to heal? This article is based on my experience with this condition.

Movement disorders, collectively known as dystonias, can render sufferers unable to function without treatment. The good news is: therapeutic botox, not cosmetic botox, can give them back their lives.

Eye floaters are those annoying dots, dashes, and specks in the eye that only the affected person can see. This article explores what causes them.

When I saw floaters and flashes I learned I had Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD). Learn from my symptoms.

Face-down positioning after a vitrectomy can be a boring yet stressful time. Here are a few things I did to make the experience easier for me.

I hope others can be reassured by my experience with cataract surgery and post-operative recovery. It is not as scary a procedure as you may think.

The cost of a Crystalens implant can vary widely. Learn how the cost can be affected by a surgeon's philosophy and product packaging—from personal experience and the experience of others.

My personal experience with Duane Syndrome, a rare eye condition that does not allow me to move my left eye to the left.