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Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month

Grosinger Spigelman and Grey AMD Low Vision Awareness Month 2021

AMD affects approximately 11 million Americans and is the chief cause of vision loss and blindness for senior adults. AMD affects the central vision making reading, driving, and watching television more and more difficult. One of the first changes you may notice is blurring of your vision. Early detection is critical to saving your vision. Diminishing sight is not a normal part of aging. It is important to get regular eye exams and contact us if you notice any changes in your vision. Learn the facts.

Women’s Eye Health & Safety Month

Eye Michigan Women's Eye Health and Safety Month 2020

Women are affected by visual impairment and blindness more than men. Why? There are many reasons but the three most common ones are listed below:

  1. Most vision problems are age-related including cataracts and macular degeneration. Women suffer more from vision loss, mainly because they usually live longer than men.
  2. Hormones can play apart especially during pregnancy and after menopause. Pregnant woman often has temporary eye conditions that include: diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment caused by high blood pressure, refractive errors, swollen eyelids, and dry eyes. Dry eye syndrome increases for women who are post-menopausal.
  3. Women are three times more likely to suffer from autoimmune diseases including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and lupus. Vision problems are severe side effects that can occur from these illnesses.

Why Do I Have Vision Loss in One Eye?

Eye Michigan Vision Loss in One Eye

Vision loss doesn’t always mean complete blindness. It can mean an inability to see in just one eye. This condition can be very frightening and can happen very quickly. Sudden vision loss is considered any loss of sight that occurs within a few minutes or over the course of a day or two. Many conditions can cause this problem, which is why it’s important to seek help as soon as it happens.

Common Causes of Vision Loss in One Eye

There are four common causes of vision loss in a single eye. They include:

  • Abnormalities in the optic nerve and related pathways that carry signals from the eyes to the brain
  • Abnormalities in the retina
  • Clouding of transparent eye structures
  • Trauma

Other Visual Problems

Blindness isn’t the only indication of a problem. Some people notice shadows, flashing lights, or floaters. If you notice increased floaters, flashing lights, or a gray shadow or curtain moving across your field of vision, this could indicate a retinal detachment. Many factors can increase your risk for this condition, including:

  • Increased age
  • A previous detachment
  • Family history
  • Extreme nearsightedness
  • Previous eye injury
  • Previous disease or inflammation

What to Do When You Experience Vision Loss

While some symptoms may be mild and common, vision loss should always be considered a serious problem. Seek the assistance of your Eye Michigan ophthalmologist right away if you lose vision in one or both eyes, even if it is only a partial loss. Contact our offices in Southeast Michigan to schedule an appointment for a routine or non-routine comprehensive eye exam.

If there is any indication of retinal detachment, eye trauma, or other eye emergency, go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

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Common Eye Myth Debunked

Eye Michigan Common Eye Myth Debunked

“I only need to make an appointment with an eye doctor if I need glasses or if I have a problem with my eyes.” 

You should have annual exams with your eye doctor. If you have certain diseases or a family history, you may need to make an appointment more often. Your eyes serve as windows and often diseases are first discovered by your eye doctor.

Vision changes are often gradual. Your eyes are a powerful tool and often work together to compensate for each other if there is a problem. You may not be aware of your loss of vision until you look through a proper lens. We see many eye opening moments when corrected lenses or LASIK surgery is performed. You forget what clear vision looks like.

There are many diseases such as Glaucoma that have no warning signs. According to the American Optometric Association, Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. By visiting your eye doctor regularly, an early treatment plan can be implemented.

Advocate for yourself and your family members and see your eye doctor regularly for an exam.

Check in with Your Loved One This Thanksgiving

Eye Michigan Check in with Your Loved Ones Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is an occasion when families are often together for the first time in quite a while. This makes the holiday an opportune time to connect with aging family members to see if they have had the proper medical check-ups. Ask your loved one when they have last seen their ophthalmologist. As we grow older, our eyes age. Many diseases can be treated if caught early. Visiting your eye doctor regularly can help prevent loss of vision or blindness.

 

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