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Blindness Can Be Cured: Mr. Beast Helps 1,000 Blind People See the World

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Can blindness still be cured? Technology says yes!

Millions of people across the globe suffer from blindness and that clearly hinders them from living a full life and seeing the beauty of the world.

Popular YouTuber/Influencer Mr. Beast, known as a humanitarian, helped 1,000 blind people around the world see once again!

Watch here how blind people can still be treated with the power of technology:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJ2ifmkGGus

If you suffer from the same eye condition, you can see that all is not lost for you.

We’re doing the same thing at Shinagawa every day — saving people’s vision!

Get started by scheduling your Eye Screening!

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treatment for glaucoma

What is the Treatment For Glaucoma?

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Glaucoma is curable if caught early, and the available treatments can stop it from spreading and further damaging your vision. You won’t be able to regain your peripheral vision once glaucoma has affected it and caused some visual loss.

If an ophthalmologist recommends it, you could have surgery to lower your eye pressure to prevent optic nerve damage.
Another option is a laser procedure that helps remove the aqueous humor from the eye.

There are two types of laser treatment for glaucoma; trabeculoplasty, open-angle glaucoma, and
iridotomy, for patients with closed-angle glaucoma.

There is also a non-surgical approach to treat glaucoma in the form of specialist eye drops. These may help your eye drain more effectively, relieving some of the pressure caused by an excess of fluid.

The treatment option for your glaucoma depends on the type and seriousness of your condition.

If you have glaucoma, you will need treatment before any of your vision has been affected as it cannot be recovered once lost. 

If there was ever a sign to book your next eye test, this blog post is it.

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Retinal Detachment

Symptoms of Retinal Detachment

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The eye is complex and can be damaged in so many other ways.

Let’s talk about retinal detachment, a severe sight-threatening illness that affects one in 300 people. Patients must understand the early warnings to treat it early.

What Is the Retina?

The retina is a layer of light-sensitive tissue located in the back of the eye. It’s what collects images and sends them to the brain, and it’s made up of ten separate layers and a network of specialized cells called rods and cones. The retinal pigment epithelium, which also serves as a filter and a support system for the rods and cones, attaches it to the rear of the eye.

How Can the Retina Detach?

Retinal detachment occurs when the retina separates from the back of the eye. In most cases, this occurs when a hole forms in the retina, and fluid from the eye begins to accumulate in between its layers, pushing it out from the back of the eye. It can also occur as a result of trauma, infection, or a complication after eye surgery. This is a major medical issue that must be addressed as soon as possible. If not repaired, it might result in permanent eyesight loss.

Risk Factors of Retinal Detachment

Some persons are more likely than others to have a retinal detachment. Because the fluid in our eyes diminishes over time, age is the greatest risk factor. It can be enough to cause a microscopic tear in the retina on its own. Other risk factors are:

  • An existing history of retinal detachment in one or both eyes
  • Extreme nearsightedness
  • Marfan’s syndrome
  • Cataract removal (particularly if it didn’t include replacing the lens)
  • A contact sports injury (also a risk with activities like paintball)

Recognize the Symptoms of Retinal Detachment

Pain is the body’s primary red flag when something is wrong. Retinal detachment, on the other hand, is typically painless. If you suffer any of the following symptoms, especially if you suffer multiple, you should see an eye doctor right away.

  • Sudden flashes of light, particularly when moving your eyes
  • A dramatic increase in the number of floaters visible in one eye
  • A heavy feeling in one eye
  • Something like a shadow spreading from the peripheral vision inward
  • A sensation like a curtain falling over the field of vision
  • Straight lines looking curved

Routine Eye Exams Will Save Your Vision!

Regular visits to an ophthalmologist are essential for detecting eye disorders in their earliest, most curable stages. This is particularly true about retinal detachment. Therefore, until your next consultation, continue to take care of your eyes by consuming nutritious foods, remaining active, and wearing protective eyewear and UV-blocking sunglasses!

We look forward to seeing you during your upcoming eye checkup!

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Depression Cause Vision Problems

Depression Can Be Caused by Low Vision

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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in adults over 50. Currently, millions of Filipinos have vision challenges due to advanced AMD.

AMD Can Profoundly Affect Emotional And Mental Health

For those who suffer from AMD and for those caring for them, it’s essential to realize the emotional impact vision loss can have. Some people lose the hobbies they’ve loved for a lifetime. Many lose the independence that comes with being able to drive a car. Others even lose the ability to recognize loved ones’ faces.

A Proactive Plan Helps Prevent Depression

Studies have found that patients with AMD in both eyes are 25% more likely to develop clinical depression. However, in a study at Thomas Jefferson University, researchers found that utilizing coping techniques can reduce clinical depression risk by half!

“Coping techniques” are creative ways adults with vision loss can continue to function independently and enjoy their favorite activities. For example, whether mobility is restricted, consider options for public transit, car services, or grocery delivery systems. Special computers and magnifying lenses can help. Some adjustments to the house may be in order, such as improved lighting and more visible markers on labels and knobs.

Are You, Or Is Someone You Love And Care For, Over 60? Take Action

If you’re over 60 years of age, you’re at risk for AMD and other age-related eye conditions. 

Get a comprehensive eye exam every year to catch and treat issues early. Once you’ve been diagnosed with AMD, it may be time to devise a plan and find various coping techniques. 

Let our expert team help! We have the resources, tools, and experience to help you fight potential depression and to assist patients in living their entire life.

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Autoimmune Diseases

Autoimmune Diseases Affect Vision

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Many autoimmune diseases can interfere with the health and function of the eyes.

An autoimmune disease is a disorder that causes the immune system to attack healthy cells. If you or someone you love has an autoimmune disease, it’s important to be aware of these possible effects, so let’s take a closer look at a few of the more common ones.

Multiple Sclerosis


MS is so closely linked with vision problems that eye doctors are often the first to recognize the disease’s signs. In many cases, a gradual or sudden loss of vision due to inflammation of the optic nerve (called optic neuritis) is one of the first symptoms to appear.

Psoriasis

When we think of psoriasis, we tend to think of how it affects the skin, creating scaly, dry, itchy plaques. However, it can also cause inflammation of the conjunctiva (the transparent membrane covering the eyes’ whites and the eyelids’ insides), causing redness and discomfort.

Thyroid Disease


Disorders that cause increased or decreased thyroid function also increase the risk of glaucoma, a sight-threatening eye condition in which pressure builds inside the eye until it permanently damages the optic nerve and causes vision loss. An overactive thyroid can cause tissues to build up around the eyes, increasing pressure, while low thyroid function can disrupt the circulation of fluids in the eye, leading to the increased stress that way.

Lupus

Lupis is a chronic disease that damages the skin, organs, joints, and even the eyes. The effects can range from mild to life-threatening. It affects the eyes through inflammation, with symptoms like blurred vision, dry eye, headaches, light sensitivity, and soreness.

Type 1 Diabetes

While all forms of diabetes have numerous implications for vision health, type 1, an autoimmune disorder, is one of the leading causes of blindness in the US. High blood sugar is tough on blood vessels over time, including the delicate capillaries feeding the retina at the back of the eye. When these vessels weaken and break, they compromise the retina’s blood supply and leak into the eye. This is called diabetic retinopathy, only one of the sight-threatening conditions made more likely by diabetes.

Your Best Resource Is the Eye Doctor

These are just a few of the autoimmune conditions that impact eye health. Others include Sjorgen’s syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, Behcet, and uveitis. If you or a loved one is living with an autoimmune condition, keep us in the loop to work with you on keeping your eyes healthy and your vision strong.

It would be an honor to be your lifelong partner in vision health!

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