by Ideal Eye Surgery | Jan 18, 2024 | Eye Care, Glaucoma, News
We all associate January with cold temperatures and winter weather. But did you know it’s also National Glaucoma Awareness Month? All too often, individuals with glaucoma don’t realize they have it until the damage is done. It can gradually cause vision loss over...
by Ideal Eye Surgery | Apr 13, 2023 | Eye Care, Glaucoma
Missouri recently passed a law to legalize the sale of marijuana for recreational purposes. It’s been legal in Illinois since 2020 and medical marijuana has been legal in both states for several years now. While there is still much about how marijuana affects the eyes...
by Ideal Eye Surgery | Feb 3, 2023 | Cornea, Eye Care, Eye Conditions, Glaucoma
What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a disease of the eyes that, if untreated, can lead to permanent loss of vision. In fact, it is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. Glaucoma is, unfortunately, relatively common as well affecting an expected 3 million...
by Ideal Eye Surgery | Oct 7, 2022 | Cataract Surgery, Eye Care, Eye Conditions, Glaucoma, Retina, Vitreous
As we rapidly approach the holiday season, families begin arranging travel plans. However, if you have upcoming eye surgery or suffer from an eye condition, it may not be in your best interest to fly. The American Academy of Ophthalmology often receives questions...
by Ideal Eye Surgery | Aug 6, 2019 | Glaucoma
One of my patients this morning was complaining about her glaucoma treatment eye drops. They didn’t sting or make her eyes red. They didn’t blur her vision or make her sensitive to lights. “THEY TASTE BAD!” she told me. It’s actually not unusual to have people taste...
by Ideal Eye Surgery | Jan 2, 2019 | Glaucoma
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month so it’s important to understand what you need to be aware of when it comes to glaucoma. Some people learn about glaucoma from a family member who has it and has lost vision. Others find out about it when they have an eye exam. The...
