by Abraham Eye Center | Sep 11, 2022 | Vision
Whorl keratopathy, also known as corneal verticillate, is a rare condition which causes deposits to build up in the cornea. The most common cause of whorl keratopathy is as a side effect of medications. Deposition in the Cornea The cornea is the clear front...
by Abraham Eye Center | Aug 30, 2022 | Eyelids, Uncategorized
Bacterial conjunctivitis is an infection of the surface membrane of the eye called the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva covers all of the front of the eye and has many blood vessels within it. If it becomes infected, there will be redness, puss, and discomfort. ...
by Abraham Eye Center | Aug 15, 2022 | Eye Surgery
Both a pinguecula and a pterygium are bumps or elevations on the white of the eye. Neither of these conditions are cancerous but both can affect vision or eye comfort. What are the Sclera and Conjunctiva? The white part of the eye is called the sclera. This...
by Abraham Eye Center | Aug 1, 2022 | Systemic Disease
Toxoplasmosis is a condition caused by a parasite that is transmitted by household pets, commonly cats. This condition can result in major effects in the eyes and impact vision. Toxoplasma Gondii The parasite responsible for toxoplasmosis is called toxoplasma...
by Abraham Eye Center | Jul 18, 2022 | Eye Surgery
A retinal vein occlusion is a condition that occurs when a blood vessel in the back of the eye gets blocked and causes damage to the retina which it supplies with blood. A vein occlusion is a serious eye condition that can cause permanent vision loss or visual field...
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