Conditions

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

Commonly called “lazy eye,” amblyopia can be treated successfully if detected early enough in childhood.

Astigmatism

Often mistakenly called “stigmatism,” this common vision problem can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery.

Blepharitis

Red, swollen eyelids and crusty debris at the base of your eyelashes are signs you may have blepharitis.

Cataracts
Cataracts are a common cause of vision loss after age 55. Surgical correction is safe and effective, and offers several new options for better vision.

CMV Retinitis

AIDS or other diseases that affect your immune system can increase your risk of serious eye problems from cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection.

Cornea Transplant

People with serious vision problems from an eye injury or disease affecting the front surface of the eye can often regain vision with a cornea transplant.

Diabetic Retinopathy

If undetected or uncontrolled with medication, diabetes can cause serious vision loss, even blindness.

Eye Allergies

Are you bothered by red, itchy eyes? You may have allergies.

Floaters and Spots

“Floaters” are usually normal and harmless. But if you notice a sudden increase in floaters or floaters accompanied by flashes of light, see your eye doctor immediately.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a variety of disorders in the eye that can lead to loss of vision and even blindness. The most common type of glaucoma is caused by a gradual and painless rise of pressure inside the eye.

Hyperopia

Also called farsightedness, hyperopia is a common vision problem that can cause headaches, eyestrain and trouble reading.

Keratoconus
This eye disease causes the cornea to grow thinner and bulge forward in an irregular cone-shape. Treatment options range from gas permeable contact lenses to a cornea transplant.

Macular Degeneration
This age-related problem is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in Americans age 65 and older.

Myopia

Also called nearsightedness, myopia is a very common vision problem, affecting up to one-third of the U.S. population.

Ocular Hypertension

You’ve heard of high blood pressure, but what about high eye pressure?

Pingueculae and Pterygia
Pingueculae and pterygia are funny-looking words for growths on the surface of your eye.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinguecula

Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)

This acute and contagious form of conjunctivitis is particularly common among preschoolers and school-age children.

Ptosis

Ptosis is a drooping eyelid. Surgery is usually required to correct this problem.

Retinal Detachment

A detached retina is a medical emergency. Learn the warning signs of a retinal detachment and what you can do to avoid permanent vision loss.

Retinitis Pigmentosa

These inherited disorders, commonly abbreviated as RP, cause progressive peripheral vision loss, night blindness and central vision loss.


Styes

This common problem is simply an infected lid gland. Learn how to prevent and treat styes.

Uveitis

This inflammatory eye disease can cause permanent vision loss if not promptly treated.