08 Feb How to Diagnose Macular Degeneration
Making the diagnosis of macular degeneration is based upon your age, appearance and vision. It really doesn't matter if your parents have it....
Macula Tag
01 Dec Retina Laser Treatment Saves Vision
Laser treatment for diabetic macular edema and proliferative diabetic retinopathy has been the mainstay for several decades. Both are described and illustrated....
18 Nov Looks Like….Smells Like….But it is Not Macular Degeneration
There are other diseases that mimic macular degeneration that also have choroidal neovascularization and are treated in similar fashion...
13 Nov Laser Treatment Still The Best
Despite recent advances with the use of intraocular injections, diabetic macular edema is still best treated with laser treatment....
09 Nov Diabetes and Retinal Detachments
Though uncommon, diabetic retinal detachments can cause severe loss of vision and blindness. It is, usually, a preventable disease....
16 Oct Are Dilating Drops Always Necessary?
Complete pupillary dilation is necessary for proper examination of the retina. Patient's with macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy need to be dilated every time....
07 Oct Part 1: Introduction to Stem Cells and Retinal Disease
Part I of a series regarding stem cell transplantation. It may be the cure for macular degeneration and other diseases....
10 Sep Distortion May Be the First Sign of Wet Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration can destroy central vision in a short period. Intravitreal injections have proven to be an effective way to preserve, and often improve, your vision....
29 Jul Diabetic Retinopathy: Why Is It Necessary to Dilate Your Eyes?
What constitutes a diabetic eye exam? An annual check, at the very least, is required to look for signs of diabetic retinopathy. Early detection can save your sight....
21 Jul Steroid Implant May Reduce Diabetic Retinal Edema
Dexamethsone steroid device has immediate implications for the treatment of diabetic macular edema....