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By: James Wymore, M.D. Diabetes causes a wide array of problems throughout the body, and the eye is no exception. Diplopia, or double vision, is one of those problems. It can occur suddenly and be quite uncomfortable and alarming. The effects of diabetes can damage...

Be vigilant about lazy eye. “Approximately four of every 100 preschool children demonstrate amblyopia or lazy eye which leads to loss of vision in otherwise healthy eyes,” explains Dr. Frederick, Pediatric Ophthalmologist. The vision loss is permanent unless...

Surgical solution to correct double vision. Children aren’t the only patients with strabismus (eye misalignment). Most people with eye muscle disorders are diagnosed before age five. But a large number of patients are seen with this problem for the first time as...

Take action on double vision. Double vision, or diplopia, is seeing two, often overlapping, images of a single object. When it newly occurs in a mature patient, it may be associated with many conditions or diseases. An eye exam can identify if the cause is a cataract,...

New FDA approved treatment for reading vision. By: Dr. Carlton Fenzl If you’re over 40, you’ve probably noticed your near vision isn’t as sharp as it used to be. Reading fine print may require you to wear reading glasses or bifocals. For those who dislike wearing...

Sarah Burgett, O.D. The solar eclipse Monday, August 21, 2017 will be a once-in-a-lifetime event for many people. The continental United States will be able to observe the moon passing between the sun and the Earth for two to three hours from beginning to end. The...

John Frederick, M.D. As the long warm days of summer approach, it’s natural that we engage in more outdoor activities. Children will be running from the ball diamond, to the playground, to the swimming pool, as fast as they can. During this fun-filled season, it’s...