Know The Facts About How Glaucoma And Sleep Apnea Are Linked
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
Do you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts while sleeping. OSA symptoms include loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, feeling sleepy during the day, and waking with a headache. Leaving this condition untreated may lead to serious health problems like stroke,…
Read More
Are Your Eyes Prepared For Fun In The Pool?
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
Having fun at the pool or doing water aerobics this summer can be a great way to cool off from the heat. Chlorine and Saline do a great job keeping the water clean, but they can also be hard on your eyes. Pools Are Tough on the Tear Film Chemicals in pool water wash away…
Read More
What To Do If You Have An Eye Emergency
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
Whether playing a sport, cleaning the house using chemical agents, doing lawn care, or just opening a bottle of champagne to celebrate a special moment, our eyes are exposed to many daily dangers. The curved shape of the eye protects the eye and can also be the target of trauma. All it takes is a…
Read More
May Is Healthy Vision Month
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
It’s Healthy Vision Month, established by the National Eye Institute in 2003. Our practice agrees to spread awareness to our patients and educate you about the importance of eye health this month and every day of the year. We encourage you to find ways to be healthier, so your vision will last a lifetime. One…
Read More
Your Eyes As You Age
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
Beginning in the early to mid-40s, many adults may start to have issues seeing clearly, especially when reading and working on a digital device. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, adults develop this typical problem between 41 to 60. This average change in the eye’s focusing ability, called presbyopia, will continue to progress over…
Read More
What Is An Ocular Migraine?
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
An ocular migraine is a rare condition characterized by temporary vision loss or even temporary blindness in one eye. Ocular migraines are caused by reduced blood flow or spasms of blood vessels in the retina or behind the eye. In an ocular migraine, vision in the affected eye generally returns to normal within an hour….
Read More
Women’s Eye Health March is Women’s History Month
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
March is Women’s History Month, an observance and celebration of women’s vital role in American history, contributing to culture, society, and medicine. Every woman is essential and contributes daily to help lives, whether for family, colleagues, or the community. A woman’s everyday life is hectic and has many obligations that involve many priorities to complete….
Read More
Have a Good Night’s Sleep and Reduce The Blue Light!
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
The blue light from your digital devices may affect you from falling asleep and having a quality night’s sleep. You may have experienced trouble falling asleep after staring at your phone or other digital devices right before bedtime. The blue light from your digital devices keeps us up and stimulates us to wake up, whether…
Read More
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
What is Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)? AMD is a disorder of the macula. The macula is the part of your retina where your central and color vision calls home. AMD is a complex disorder where degenerative protein/lipids (called “drusen”) deposit under the retina. These deposits are seen in early macular degeneration. The retina’s structural support…
Read More
Did You Know Stress Can Be A Strain On Your Eyes?
Posted by: Central Florida Eye Specialists in Eye Health
Stress is one factor that affects most of us in our busy lives, and health conditions from stress are common. However, did you know that stress can also affect your eyes? When life feels too busy or demanding, your eyes can pay the price like the rest of your body does during those emotionally difficult…
Read More
