Glaucoma is a chronic eye disease that can lead to permanent vision loss and even blindness if left untreated. It involves the progressive deterioration of the optic nerve, the nerve responsible for sending visual messages from the retina to the brain. Glaucoma is mainly caused by increased pressure inside the eye, known as intraocular pressure […]
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Written By: Sean Smolenyak, O.D. Vision changes are a natural part of aging, but not all changes are caused by the same condition. Cataracts are among the most common eye conditions affecting adults later in life and can gradually interfere with everyday activities such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces. Understanding how cataracts differ from […]
Written by: Sean Smolenyak, O.D. Digital eyestrain refers to a group of vision and eye related problems that can result from extended time spent on digital devices. Also called computer vision syndrome, patients can experience issues when looking at computers, tablets, and cell phones. Looking at screens, regardless of type, has its own unique visual […]
Cataracts are a natural part of aging, and many people begin to develop them as early as age 40. Cataracts usually develop gradually over time, and you may not notice any changes to your vision in the early stages. With few initial symptoms, regular eye exams are essential to catch conditions like cataracts before they […]
Have you been told you need laser cataract surgery on both eyes and now you’re wondering how long this whole process is actually going to take? You are not alone. This is one of the most common questions patients ask before their procedure. And it is a fair one. After all, your eyes are essential […]
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What is Allergic Conjunctivitis? By: Dr. Sean W. Smolenyak, Albemarle Eye Center The conjunctiva is the covering over the eye and along the inside lining of the eyelids. There are many things that can affect the health or status of the conjunctiva with allergies being one of the most common. Allergic conjunctivitis is an inflammatory response […]
Your eye doctor can detect changes to your eyes during routine eye exams. They’ll also check your overall eye health and monitor for vision problems. Often, the first signs of eye conditions are only visible in microscopic images or discovered using advanced diagnostic technology. Cataracts can be seen by the naked eye in later stages, […]
The gradual loss of your eye’s ability to focus on near objects is called presbyopia (pronounced prez-by-opia). It typically occurs as a person enters their 40’s making it one of the most common aging conditions of the eye. For some, it is very annoying and can negatively impact their daily activities. The primary reason this occurs […]
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States. The disease affects the macula at the back of the eye, which is the part of the retina that lets people see fine detail, facial features, or words on a page. AMD is not painful and how quickly the disease […]
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Cataracts are one of the leading causes of vision impairment and blindness globally. Although cataracts may sound like a problem that only affects older people—the majority are over 50 years old—they can affect people of all ages. Different types of Cataracts can develop over time and gradually worsen. It’s a disease that causes cloudy vision, […]
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