enow.com Web Search

  1. Ads

    related to: eye problems eye conditions glaucoma disease causes and treatment symptoms

Search results

  1. Results from the WOW.Com Content Network
  2. Glaucoma - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glaucoma

    Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that lead to damage of the optic nerve, which transmits visual information from the eye to the brain. Glaucoma may cause vision loss if left untreated. It has been called the "silent thief of sight" because the loss of vision usually occurs slowly over a long period of time. [ 5]

  3. Pseudoexfoliation syndrome - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pseudoexfoliation_syndrome

    Pseudoexfoliation syndrome, often abbreviated as PEX [1] and sometimes as PES or PXS, is an aging-related systemic disease manifesting itself primarily in the eyes which is characterized by the accumulation of microscopic granular amyloid-like protein fibers. [2] Its cause is unknown, although there is speculation that there may be a genetic basis.

  4. Flammer syndrome - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flammer_syndrome

    Flammer syndrome. Flammer syndrome is a described clinical entity comprising a complex of clinical features caused mainly by dysregulation of the blood supply. It was previously known as vascular dysregulation. [1] It can manifest in many symptoms, such as cold hands and feet, and is often associated with low blood pressure.

  5. Macular degeneration - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macular_degeneration

    8.7% global prevalence in 2020 [ 2] Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration ( AMD or ARMD ), is a medical condition which may result in blurred or no vision in the center of the visual field. [ 1] Early on there are often no symptoms. [ 1] Over time, however, some people experience a gradual worsening of vision that ...

  6. Pigment dispersion syndrome - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pigment_dispersion_syndrome

    Pigment dispersion syndrome ( PDS) is an eye disorder that can lead to a form of glaucoma known as pigmentary glaucoma. It takes place when pigment cells slough off from the back of the iris and float around in the aqueous humor. Over time, these pigment cells can accumulate in the anterior chamber in such a way that they begin to clog the ...

  7. List of systemic diseases with ocular manifestations - Wikipedia

    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_systemic_diseases...

    There are many diseases known to cause ocular or visual changes. Diabetes , for example, is the leading cause of new cases of blindness in those aged 20–74, with ocular manifestations such as diabetic retinopathy and macular edema affecting up to 80% of those who have had the disease for 15 years or more.

  1. Ads

    related to: eye problems eye conditions glaucoma disease causes and treatment symptoms