Vision Loss
Protecting Your Eyes from Diabetic Vision Loss
November is National Diabetes Month—a time dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes and the importance of regular health checkups, including eye exams. If you have diabetes, caring for your eyes should be a top priority. Diabetes can silently damage your vision before you notice any symptoms, making early detection through routine eye care essential to maintaining healthy sight.
How Diabetes Affects the Eyes
Diabetes can cause several eye conditions collectively known as diabetic eye disease. These include:
- Diabetic Retinopathy:
The most common form of diabetic eye… Continue reading
Healthy Aging and Your Eyes: A Guide to Preserving Vision
As we grow older, our bodies naturally change—and our eyes are no exception. According to the National Eye Institute, vision loss from age-related eye disease is becoming a major public health concern. Today, more than 40 million Americans are over the age of 65, and that number is projected to rise to 88 million by 2050.
Protecting your eyesight is vital to maintaining independence and quality of life. By understanding common age-related eye conditions and making healthy choices now, you can enjoy clearer vision well into your later years.… Continue reading
Managing Light Sensitivity with Stargardt Disease This Summer
Summer’s long, sunny days are something many look forward to—but if you’re living with Stargardt disease, this season can bring increased challenges. Bright sunlight and glare can significantly impact your comfort and ability to see clearly, making everyday activities more difficult.
At Dr. Bissell’s low vision clinic, he understands how overwhelming bright light can be for individuals with Stargardt disease. That’s why he offers personalized solutions to help you manage light sensitivity and maintain your independence.
As a proud member of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS),… Continue reading
Vision Impairment and Low Vision After a Stroke: What You Should Know
A stroke can dramatically change many aspects of a person’s life, and vision is no exception. While most people associate strokes with weakness or speech difficulties, it’s important to recognize that strokes can also affect the way we see the world. Vision impairment and low vision are common consequences that can impact independence, safety, and overall quality of life.
How Strokes Affect Vision
A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Depending on where… Continue reading
Healthy Aging and Your Eyesight: A Guide to Preserving You Vision
As we age, our bodies undergo various changes, and our eyes are no exception. According to the National Eye Institute, with the aging population, vision loss from eye disease is becoming a major public health concern. More than 40 million people are age 65 or older, and that number is expected to grow to more than 88 million by 2050. Maintaining good eye health is the key to maintaining our quality of life and independence. Understanding common eye diseases that affect older adults and taking proactive steps to care for… Continue reading
Understanding Migraines and Vision Loss: Exploring Ocular Migraine Types
Migraines are debilitating headaches that affect millions of people worldwide. While most associated with severe head pain, migraines can also involve various visual disturbances, including temporary vision loss. These episodes, known as ocular migraines, can be frightening and confusing for those experiencing them.
What are Migraines and Vision Loss?
Migraines are neurological conditions characterized by recurring severe headaches often accompanied by other symptoms. Vision loss or visual disturbances are common occurrences during a migraine attack, affecting approximately 20% of migraine sufferers. These visual disturbances can manifest in various ways, including… Continue reading
The Correlation Between Diabetes And Eyesight
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. For the millions of us who are at risk for diabetes, it’s a time to get educated, find resources, and make sure all those around us are aware of their risk as well. Through advocacy, program development, and education the American Diabetes Organization “aims to improve the quality of life for the over 133 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes. New technologies to manage diabetes, better resources to educate ourselves, and a community that’s stronger than ever.”
Just as annual physicals are important to… Continue reading
Migraine Triggers and Vision Loss
If you are someone who suffers from migraine headaches, you may also be in the 20% of people who experience ocular migraines – often realized as a precursor to a migraine.
An ocular migraine can cause vision loss or blindness in one eye for a short time — less than an hour. This happens before or along with a migraine headache. Regular migraine attacks can also cause vision problems, called an aura, which can involve flashing lights and blind spots. But these symptoms usually happen in both eyes.
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Dry Eyes and Healthy Aging
Eye drops for dry eyes
We’re rolling into another season of the year as summer winds down and the nights are getting dark earlier. September is National Healthy Ageing Month and we want to point out some advantages of annual exams and health visits. When it comes to your vision many diseases can be slowed down, stopped, or even reversed if caught early. Having routine screenings helps to give a baseline for your doctor to better be able to notice changes in your eyes.
If your eyes aren’t giving you… Continue reading
MIGRAINES AND VISION LOSS
If you are someone who suffers from migraine headaches, you may also be in the 20% of people who experience ocular migraines – often realized as a precursor to a migraine.
This is a visual distortion that occurs in both eyes for a short period of time and may develop as a series of bright flickering lights that will gradually obscure your vision and then go away.
Visual migraines often appear suddenly and may create the sensation of looking through a cracked window. The visual migraine aura usually moves across… Continue reading