Category: Retinal Diseases
![]()
February 28, 2023What Patients Should Know About Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in the United States, affecting approximately 15 million people …
![]()
January 31, 2023When Is it Time to See a Diabetic Eye Specialist?
About 15.9 million Americans 65 years or older are now living with diabetes, which is especially harmful to your eyes and vision. Having or being at risk for …
![]()
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 …
![]()
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 …
![]()
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 …
![]()
October 14, 2019Eye Injury and the Risk of Retinal Diseases
The retina is the thin layer of light-sensitive tissues that sit at the back of the eye. The retina receives visual information and sends it to the brain via …
![]()
September 13, 2019Detached Retina Symptoms
At Retina Associates, our goal is to ensure patients are able to experience the best vision possible. We offer advanced diagnosis and treatment of different …
![]()
August 13, 2019Causes of Blurry Peripheral Vision
Peripheral vision refers to your ability to see objects to the sides and out of the corners of your eyes. If you lose peripheral vision, you may notice that …
![]()
July 14, 2019Retinal Degenerative Diseases
Retinal disorders come in different forms, from tears and holes in the retina to conditions that involve the breakdown of cells in the retina. Whatever the …
![]()
June 13, 2019Smoking and the Risk of Retinal Conditions
Most people could write a long list of ways that smoking can harm the body. Most people know that smoking can increase the risk of conditions like cancer, …
