Tag: cataract
member name: Jay S.
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May 31, 2008 05:21 PM EDT --
In an effort to stay healthy, and prevent disease many of us have been taking vitamins. When examining the physiology of our eyes, it makes sense in certain instances to supplement our diets, and improve . . .
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July 02, 2008 11:36 AM EDT --
Cataracts are a clouding of the natural lens in the eye. The lens becomes yellow or opaque preventing light and images from reaching the retina. They most frequently affect older patients, but may appear . . .
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July 27, 2008 08:41 PM EDT --
A clear, natural lens is a structure that is common in most eyes. This lens helps focus light on to the retina and allows for clear vision. If the lens is too strong then the eye is considered nearsighted(myopic), . . .
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October 05, 2008 04:17 PM EDT --
The evolution of cataract surgery has changed significantly over the years. It began with simply opening a large wound to remove the cataract, and then closing the hole leaving a void where the natural . . .
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August 28, 2008 12:57 PM EDT --
The natural lens in our eyes should be perfectly clear when we are born. There are exceptions such as congenital cataracts, certain opacities caused by drugs, trauma and unusual changes that happen idiopathically. . . .
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December 12, 2008 08:13 PM EST --
From the early days of cataract surgery, ophthalmic surgeons have searched for the perfect implant. Initially, the natural lens was simply removed, and the patient was required to wear very thick eye . . .
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May 06, 2008 07:32 PM EDT --
Cataract surgery has been performed for many years, and new developments have dramatically improved the post-op vision. The lens is a normal structure of the internal part of the eye. We are all born with . . .
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November 12, 2007 04:58 AM EST --
Cataract surgery has undergone a remarkable evolution over the many years since it’s inception. At first, a large incision had to be made so the natural lens could be removed and an Intraocular Lens . . .
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October 27, 2007 06:32 PM EDT --
There are many herbal, nutritional, alternative and vitamin supplements that have been suggested to improve eye sight, and prevent ocular disease. While some have positive effects on the . . .
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