Eye Color

Many people believe that eye color is determined by genetics.  This is true, however there are other things that factor into the color of one's eyes.  Your eye color is unique to you, just like your personality.  Melanin pigment determines eye color just like your hair and your skin.  Darker eye color has more melanin pigment than a lighter eye color.  So, if you have blue eyes your eyes have less melanin pigment than someone with dark brown eyes.

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Glaucoma

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Glaucoma is a term describing a group of ocular disorders with multi-factorial etiology united by a clinically characteristic intraocular pressure-associated optic neuropathy.^[1] This can permanently damage vision in the affected eye(s) and lead to blindness if left untreated. It is normally associated with increased fluid pressure in the eye (aqueous humour).^[2] The term "ocular hypertension" is used for people with consistently raised intraocular pressure (IOP) without any associated optic nerve damage. Conversely, the term 'normal tension' or 'low tension' glaucoma is used for those with optic nerve damage and associated visual field loss, but normal or low IOP.

The nerve damage involves loss of retinal ganglion cells in a characteristic pattern. The many different subtypes of glaucoma can all be considered to be a type of optic neuropathy. Raised intraocular pressure (above 21 mmHg or 2.8 kPa) is the most important and only modifiable risk factor for glaucoma. However, some may have high eye pressure for years and never develop damage, while others can develop nerve damage at a relatively low pressure. Untreated glaucoma can lead to permanent damage of the optic nerve and resultant visual field loss, which over time can progress to blindness.

Glaucoma can be roughly divided into two main categories, "open-angle" and "closed-angle" (or "angle closure") glaucoma. The angle refers to the area between the iris and cornea, through which fluid must flow to escape via the trabecular meshwork. Closed-angle glaucoma can appear suddenly and is often painful; visual loss can progress quickly, but the discomfort often leads patients to seek medical attention before permanent damage occurs. Open-angle, chronic glaucoma tends to progress at a slower rate and patients may not notice they have lost vision until the disease has progressed significantly.

Glaucoma has been called the "silent thief of sight" because the loss of vision often occurs gradually over a long period of time, and symptoms only occur when the disease is quite advanced. Once lost, vision cannot normally be recovered, so treatment is aimed at preventing further loss. Worldwide, glaucoma is the second-leading cause of blindness after cataracts.^[3][4] It is also the leading cause of blindness among African Americans.^[5] Glaucoma affects one in 200 people aged 50 and younger, and one in 10 over the age of eighty. If the condition is detected early enough, it is possible to arrest the development or slow the progression with medical and surgical means.

The word "glaucoma" comes from the Greek γλαύκωμα, "opacity of the crystalline lens". (Cataracts and glaucoma were not distinguished until circa 1705)

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Presbyopia Explained

Some people who are over the age of 40 have difficulty reading their favorite books or newspapers. In some cases this is just a sign of aging among many other changes in the body of time. In other cases, it could be a symptom of Presbyopia. Consistent eye exams can help to avoid this type of condition, or treat it. Presbyopia is not a serious condition, however it does need to be treated.

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Dry Eyes and Contact Lenses

Most people that experience dry eyes stay clear of contact lenses because of discomfort.  Luckily, eye clinics can offer many different options for people with this condition   Dry eyes are caused by many things, but some include outdoor weather, windy climate, old, age, or computer vision.  Contact lenses that are recommended for dry eyes are engineered to be comfortable and easy to wear.  


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Importance of Eye Care

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Eyes are the most wonderful creation of God and therefore are to be taken care of at all times. This is an extremely beautiful gift and should never be taken for granted. Whether or not you have any vision related problem, eye care should remain an important part of everyone's life.

Many people suffer from eye diseases which have been getting quite common in today's world. Some are viral while some may have other reasons for developing them. It is not true that eye diseases cannot be prevented. They can surely be treated but they can also be prevented. Hygiene is the most important thing to consider when it comes to eye care. The eyes should stay clean at all times and one should avoid touching them with hands because eyes can sometimes be very sensitive to the germs we have on our hands at all times. And if you are a woman, make sure your eyes are free from make up when you go to bed. It is a lot better to rinse your eyes and remove all make up such as mascara instead of just sleeping like that.

Because eye treatment can be very expensive and can cost a person a lot of money, it is important to take notice of your health so you can prevent some of the eye diseases and even slow down their progress if you have already got one. For this purpose, you should increase your intake of vitamins such as vitamin A, E and C. Zinc and Selenium can also do the job rightly. Eye diseases can also be a result of some other disease. People with other problems such as obesity, diabetes et cetera should have regular checkups for their eyes and should immediately go to see a doctor if they feel anything unusual in their eyes. Most of the eye problems are also a result of exposure to certain types of light or direct sunlight. You should always wear sunglasses when going out in the sun; just like the sun can harm your skin it can likewise harm your eyes which are way more sensitive than the skin. The exposure to light also includes frequent watching of the TV or sitting in front of the computer screens. If you are someone who cannot avoid using the computer, probably because of some work or something, then you can try other methods of eye care. Try sitting away from the computer or laptop screen and there is a certain distance which you should keep. Protective shields are also available for the computer screens which can be very useful in filtering direct light from the computer screens.

People with frequent problems such as infections should keep eye care as their priority. Eye infections can be caused by bacteria, germs on the hands or even fungal elements which cannot be seen. Viral infections are also threatening and should be treated immediately with care. Eye infections can occur in both the eyes; left and right. They also affect people from all age groups and their symptoms will vary. You will know you have an infection when your eyes feel watery, itchy and irritable. If the problem is not treated it can also affect the vision on a temporary basis and will cause redness and swelling around the eyes.

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