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This is the place to come to talk about eye diseases and disorders. Are you hoping to find more information about cataracts, glaucoma, blindness, myopia, conjunctivitis, color blindness, uveitis, and eye coordination problems? Browse these boards or post your question here.

is it a dental problem or a sinus problem?

Hello has anyone else got these symptons and want to share their thoughts?   49 year old female   I take 125mg levothyroxine daily 180mg telfast daily cimidine daily nasal spray for chronic rhinitis dry eye drops   I have had RLE Mplus multifocal lens surgery, and taken 3 lots of eye drops.  ...

by User avatar sunshinett214862

What's the real cost to replace an Ortho K lense?

I've had Ortho K contact lenses for 10 years. Just had to replace a lense that broke and was charged $750 in Sydney. (previously paid $100/lense or so in North America). This new fee feels outrageous. Does anyone have an Ortho K optometrist in Sydney that offers replacements for much cheaper? I need...

by User avatar Outraged

Stem Cell Eye Surgery To Be Tried

Millions of people worldwide suffer from corneal blindness, 80% of whom are elderly. Doctors in Edinburgh and Glasgow will work together using an innovative technique involving adult stem cells to offer hope to these patients. Stem cells are a source of great scientific interest as a result of...

by User avatar Heidi Miller, LDN

19month old son with accommodative esotropia

My 19 month old son is diagnosed with accommodative esotropia i would like to know any good treatment

by User avatar brent hode108397

What is sliver hemmorrage?

I WENT FOR MY CHECK UP AND THE OPTHAMOLIGIST FOUND WHAT HE CALLED A "SLIVER HEMMORRAGE". HE REFERRED ME TO A RETINA SPEACILIST. I ALSO HAVE HAD FLASHES IN OPPOSITE EYE OF WHITE LIGHTS FOR OVER 1 YEAR. I WAS ALSO TOLD TO GET A BLOOD TEST FOR DIABETIS. I HAVE HAD RHEAUMATOID ARTHRITIS FOR...

by User avatar Guest

Dry eyes – silicone plugs or smart plugs?

Hello, folks. My brother has been diagnosed with dry eyes. His ophthalmologist suggested him something new. He told him to try plugs, but he will have to make a choice. There are silicone plugs or smart plugs. He does not know which one to pick. I hope someone could help us.

by User avatar reggis93675759

eye infection in a newborn

Hi, I am father of 7 days old baby girl. I am still in shock and excited. I went yesterday to see her. They kept her in hospital for eye infection. I am very worried about this, but they told be that it is common in newborn. Is it common for newborn to have eye infection?

by User avatar mendy25366

scattering light measurement in the optical system...

Hello all, I have one question regarding the scattering light measurement in the optical system. Our current optical system consists of several mirrors, and baffles to trap the scattering light.In addition,black anodization is applied on the aluminum to absorb the scattering light. Is there any...

by User avatar Guest

Optic nerve

My brother-in-law suffered a heart attack from a blood clot in his heart. At the hospital, they had to shock him 40 times and miraculously, he is recovering. The problem is, he has lost his eye sight. This happened a month ago, and the doctor's told him this was due to his optic nerve being swollen....

by User avatar chopper

New to the sight. Have vision problem, need help please.

So first off i guess i should start off with an introduction. My names Chris, i'm 23, i live in Wetaskiwin, Alberta, drive cement mixer truck. I have been having a problem with my vision lately and am a little confused and scared and need some help. Every once in a while i get these vision...

by User avatar CJB170989