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- Eye Trauma Number One Cause of Blindness in Young AdultsAll the more reason to protect your eyes- eye trauma is the main reason for blindness in young adults
Can Depression Result from Vision Loss?Depression as a result of vision loss is common, and learning to deal with both the mental and physical aspects of the disability is essential for proper coping skills and an ability to live a good, quality life.- Decreased Leg Reflexes as Early Warning to Vision LossIf you are suffering from marked loss of reflexes in your lower extremities, the complication may be attributed to this rare disorder.
- Vision Loss in Cat: A Cat Owner's Guide to Home RemediesIf your cat has begun to lose vision, there may be some steps you can take at home to help make the transition with blindness easier on both you and your cat.
- Pterygia: Vision Loss Associated with UV ExposurePterygia is a vision complication that may be associated with prolonged UV ray exposure while at work.
- Controverisal MS Drug May Stop Vision LossThe drug may cause death but doctor's are still writing prescriptions.
- Common Causes of Vision Loss ExposedThe use of our eyes is an irreplaceable asset. Without it, we would no longer have the ability to see our loved ones and the beautiful things around us. We would no longer be able to drive or watch television.
- Vitrectomy Surgery OverviewA vitrectomy is a surgical procedure conducted for a number of reasons. During the surgery, the vitreous gel is suctioned from the eye and replaced with silicone gas or oil. Recovery time for a vitrectomy is minimal and there are few complications.
- A Small Glimpse of What It's like to Go BlindLosing my vision, and what it's like
- How I Lost My Vision, the Discovery Through the Final DiagnosisHow my misguided belief that I needed glasses resulted in multiple seizures, countless medical test, emergency laser treatments and permanent vision loss.
- How Vision Loss in Children Affects Dental OutcomesIf your child lives with a vision impairment, here is what you need to know to make the dental experience more enjoyable and less stressful.
- Temporal ArteritisA description of the etiology, symptoms, diagnostic tests, and treatments for temporal arteritis
How to Prevent Vision Loss - Eat RightIf you've been having trouble reading and frequently have to use your computer browser's text-size function to increase the print, then perhaps you should be looking to feasting your eyes on food instead.- Returning to School After Significant Vision Loss Part III described the decision to return to school in Part I of "Returning to School After Significant Vision Loss". In Part II I explain the challenges of taking notes with a laptop during class. Trading a pencil for a laptop can be tricky.
