Seeing More With Less: Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscopy
Scanning laser ophthalmoscopy represents a major advance in how ophthalmologists perform retinal imaging without dilation. Unlike traditional imaging techniques that often...
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Secrets to take care of your eyes: protect them from the enemies of your sight
Taking care of our eyes is fundamental to maintaining good visual health. In this article, we will explore different aspects...
Taking care of our vision and protecting it from screens
Although there are several reasons that prompt us to take care of and be aware of the vulnerability of our eyes, few pay attention to their importance and implications. Firstly, it is worth noting that 85% of the information received by our brain comes from our retinas. Therefore, our eyes play a fundamental role in our body and our lives.
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Eyelid lesions
Eyelid injuries can range in seriousness. In addition to accidents such as those mentioned above, the eyelids are also susceptible to various diseases and infections that can have serious consequences for the eye. Therefore, we will explain the most common ones and the associated treatments so that you know how to respond if you ever experience an eyelid injury.
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Are eye problems more common in women?
Just as there are diseases that have a greater impact according to age or ethnicity, there are also pathologies that have a greater impact on one sex or the other (beyond those that affect specific organs of each body). In general, heart disease, some types of cancer such as colorectal cancer, liver complications, and hypertension are more prevalent in men. In contrast, cardiovascular problems, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or thyroid diseases are more associated with women.
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Blockage of the tear duct
The tear duct begins at the lacrimal puncta, which are orifices located at the nasal ends of the eyelids, and ends with the nasolacrimal duct. When this tear duct becomes blocked, tears do not drain normally and can cause discomfort for those who experience it.
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