Fuchs’ corneal dystrophy is a common eye condition that affects the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. As the eye condition progresses, vision can become blurry, and corneal transplants may be required. While any eye doctor can diagnose Fuchs’ dystrophy, treatment options vary depending on the severity of the condition. Keep reading to […]
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Keratoconus is a condition that transforms the cornea, the clear outer layer of the eye, into a cone shape due to thinning and bulging. This alteration disrupts proper light focusing onto the retina, leading to blurry and distorted vision, among many other symptoms. Keep reading to learn if keratoconus can cause dry eye symptoms! What […]
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Presbyopia is a natural part of the aging process within the eye and can cause difficulties in reading or performing close-up tasks. Our team of experts at Colorado Eye Consultants understands the impact presbyopia can have on your daily life and is here to help you find ways to restore your vision and improve your […]
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Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it can be managed with proper treatment and lifestyle changes, it can still cause serious complications, including certain eye conditions. Diabetic eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, and glaucoma can lead to vision loss and even blindness if left untreated. […]
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Dry Eye Syndrome is a common eye condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is caused by a deficiency or dysfunction of the tears that lubricate the eyes, resulting in discomfort, redness, and vision problems. One of the most confusing symptoms of dry eye syndrome is watering eyes, which may seem counterintuitive for a […]
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The cool weather and trees turning into vibrant colors of yellow, red, and orange make autumn a great time of year. It also means new concerns, including dry air and fall allergies that can leave your eyes feeling miserable. Keep reading to learn six of the easiest eye care tips to protect your eyes this […]
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Dry eye syndrome occurs when there’s a problem with the tears your eye is producing. Tears are made up of three layers: water, oil, and mucus. An imbalance in any of the three components could result in dry eye syndrome. Dry eyes develop when your tears don’t provide sufficient lubrication. Insufficient lubrication can be due […]
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Diabetes is a chronic health condition caused by your body’s inability to manage blood sugar. High levels of sugar in your blood can cause severe damage throughout your body. Excess glucose in your blood damages blood vessels, and your eyes do not avoid this deterioration. Diabetes can severely damage them. There are several ways in […]
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Most people rub their eyes because it makes them feel better temporarily. Specifically, rubbing your eyes stimulates glands in them. This forces your eyes to produce tears to lubricate and hydrate your eyes which may feel tired and sore. Pressure also stimulates a nerve in the eye called the vagus nerve. This nerve can physically […]
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Diabetes is an all too common disease that can have disastrous effects on the body across the board. Eyes are no exception. Diabetes is often linked to several vision problems including cataract development and glaucoma. One condition in particular actually includes diabetes in the title: diabetic retinopathy. This disease may start off damaging vision in […]
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