Some eye diseases that can be detected during a routine eye exam include:
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
Cataracts
Diabetic retinopathy
Dry eyes
Glaucoma
Depending on the severity of symptoms, most of these eye conditions can be managed through lifestyle changes, advanced therapies, or surgical treatments that aim to preserve vision and eye health.
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Cataracts form part of the normal aging process, with age being the most common cause. Other causes can include family history, UV damage, trauma to the eye, systemic or medical conditions, medications, and congenital conditions. […]
Cataract surgery is a routine procedure that can take as little as 20 to 30 minutes to complete. […]
Cataracts—among other things—are a common condition your eye doctor checks for when performing a comprehensive eye exam. While cataracts aren’t necessarily a threat to the overall health of the eye, they can severely impact a person’s vision, making normal daily activities more challenging, and making it unsafe to drive a vehicle. An optometrist can detect […]
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