Copyright 2020 Medical News TodayEye health is a broad subject that includes conditions such as blindness, allergies, color blindness, sties, eye diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration (AMD), surgical procedures such as cataract surgery, cornea transplant, and vision problems including astigmatism, blurry vision, hyperopia (farsightedness) and myopia (nearsightedness).http://www.medicalnewstoday.comadmin@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Admin)editors@medicalnewstoday.com (MNT Editors)en-us Fri, 17 Jan 2020 10:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327524.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327524.phpSome people believe that certain eye exercises can help improve vision or treat eye conditions. There are a number of eye exercises a person can try. Read about them here. Eye Health / Blindness Wed, 15 Jan 2020 23:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327500.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327500.phpThere are three main types of eye care doctor. In this article, find out about their different roles, as well as the differences in training and levels of expertise.Eye Health / Blindness Tue, 14 Jan 2020 14:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327484.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327484.phpOscillopsia is the sensation that the surrounding environment is constantly in motion when it is not. Oscillopsia is usually a symptom of an underlying condition. Read more here. Eye Health / Blindness Mon, 13 Jan 2020 17:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327471.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327471.phpWhen tear ducts become blocked, tears build up. These irritate the eyes, increasing the risk of infection and causing painful swelling. Read more about blocked tear ducts here. Eye Health / Blindness Tue, 07 Jan 2020 11:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327426.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327426.phpAlthough most Crohn's disease symptoms involve the gut, the condition can also affect the eyes. Learn more about eye-related Crohn's symptoms here.Crohn's / IBD Mon, 06 Jan 2020 13:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327418.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327418.phpA stye, or hordeolum, is a bump on the eyelid or at the base of the eyelashes. Bacterial infections cause most styes. There are pain relief and removal techniques a person can try. Read about them here.Eye Health / Blindness Tue, 31 Dec 2019 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327344.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327344.phpA new study finds an association between the Western dietary pattern, which is high in unhealthful fats and sugars, and age-related vision loss.Eye Health / Blindness Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327078.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327078.phpPink eye is a common eye problem in toddlers. Infections, eye irritation, and allergies can all cause pink eye. Here we look at symptoms to watch out for, treatment options, and prevention.Pediatrics / Children's Health Tue, 19 Nov 2019 12:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327051.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327051.phpAsymmetrical eyes are a very common physical feature. In rare cases, they may be due to a medical condition. Learn more about asymmetrical eyes here.Eye Health / Blindness Wed, 13 Nov 2019 09:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327002.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/327002.phpA study of 35 people with and without Alzheimer's disease found that hyperspectral imaging of the retina could aid early diagnosis of the disease.Alzheimer's / Dementia Mon, 11 Nov 2019 00:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326962.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326962.phpNew research finds a link between narrower and more curved retinal blood vessels on the one hand and higher blood pressure and stiff arteries, on the other.Cardiovascular / Cardiology Fri, 01 Nov 2019 17:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326880.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326880.phpMany issues can cause a headache behind the eyes, from eye strain to more serious conditions, such as migraine. Here, find out more about the causes and how to treat them. Headache / Migraine Thu, 24 Oct 2019 10:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326789.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326789.phpSome eye examinations require the dilation of the pupils. Pupil dilation and its effects can continue for hours after the examination has finished. Read on to find out how long pupil dilation lasts and how to manage the potential side effects.Eye Health / Blindness Wed, 23 Oct 2019 11:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326758.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326758.phpCertain vitamins are important for maintaining good eye health. Read on to discover the four best vitamins for eye health, as well as three other nutrients that are beneficial for the eyes.Eye Health / Blindness Tue, 22 Oct 2019 10:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326753.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326753.phpOphthalmology is the study of medical conditions relating to the eye. Learn about the specialisms of ophthalmologists here, as well as the medical conditions they treat and the procedures they perform. Eye Health / Blindness Thu, 17 Oct 2019 17:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326714.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326714.phpTaurine is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the body. People can also get taurine from supplements and other dietary sources. This article outlines the health benefits and potential risks of taurine.Nutrition / Diet Wed, 16 Oct 2019 03:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326687.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326687.phpCurrent treatments for dry eye disease do not work for everyone. A preliminary investigation of new antibody based eye drops produces encouraging results.Dry Eye Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326681.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326681.phpMilia are small bumps of trapped keratin. They are common on the face, especially under the eyes and on the cheeks and forehead. Learn more in this article.Dermatology Wed, 18 Sep 2019 21:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326385.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326385.phpHyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance that affects the health of the skin, eyes, and joints. Learn about its uses and benefits in this article.Dermatology Fri, 13 Sep 2019 19:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326346.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326346.phpCataracts are cloudy areas that develop on the lens of the eye. They can affect a person’s vision. Surgery is currently the only way to remove cataracts and restore vision. Learn about what to expect from the different surgical procedures.Eye Health / Blindness Tue, 10 Sep 2019 11:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326300.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326300.phpMany people believe that placing tea bags on the eyes reduces dark circles and helps treat minor ailments. Learn more about tea bags for eyes in this article.Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine Fri, 06 Sep 2019 07:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326243.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326243.phpIn a groundbreaking procedure, surgeons have successfully repaired a human cornea using 'reprogrammed' cells from the patient's skin. Medical Innovation Thu, 08 Aug 2019 11:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325989.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325989.phpMany people have dark circles under their eyes. In this article, we look at possible causes and home remedies for dark circles under the eyes.Dermatology Mon, 05 Aug 2019 11:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325947.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325947.phpThe preauricular lymph nodes sit just in front of the ears. Some medical problems, such as infections, can cause them to swell. Learn more here.Lymphology/Lymphedema Tue, 23 Jul 2019 13:00:00 PSThttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325831.phphttps://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325831.phpPeople with ocular migraine experience migraine episodes with visual symptoms. These can occur with or without a headache. Learn more in this article.Headache / Migraine