If I could use one word to sum up my eye health journey, it would be long. Not hard, excruciating or annoying-long. The reason? It lasted over a year and a half and resulted in four surgeries to fix ...

Tractional retinal detachment occurs if scar tissue in the eye causes the retina to move out of position. It requires immediate medical attention. The retina is a light-sensitive layer of cells at the ...

This story is part of a series on the current progression in Regenerative Medicine. This piece is part of a series dedicated to the eye and improvements in restoring vision. In 1999, I defined ...

Early diagnosis is critical for effective treatment and to maximize the chances of a successful recovery. If doctors suspect TRD, they will treat it as a medical emergency. The effectiveness of the ...

The retina is a layer of tissue at the back of the eye that converts visual images into nerve impulses in the brain. Injuries to the eye can cause layers of the retina to separate, which is known as a ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Having a previous retinal event may be a risk factor for a recurrence after cataract surgery. A greater duration ...

Local groups estimate nearly 2,000 Iowa refugees are affected by the Oct. 1 Medicaid cutoff. Where Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Sioux City families can find care. Tipsy Fruit Bats Flew Slower in a ...

A few days have passed since my husband was diagnosed with retinal detachment and underwent emergency vitrectomy (gas ...

Flashes may appear as quick flashes of light or lightning, which can be seen in dim light or when other objects are moving ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Retinal re-detachment after cataract extraction can still occur in patients who previously underwent pars plana ...