{"id":5491,"date":"2020-06-01T09:42:31","date_gmt":"2020-06-01T09:42:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wordpress\/?page_id=5491"},"modified":"2021-12-13T15:30:13","modified_gmt":"2021-12-13T15:30:13","slug":"guide-to-eye-conditions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Eye Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/\">Home<\/a>\u00a0&gt;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/\">Primary Eye Care<\/a> &gt; Guide to Eye Conditions<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tGuide to Eye Conditions\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<ul>\n<li>Advanced technologies can offer effective and comprehensive solutions for dry eyes<\/li>\n<li>Treatment for macular degeneration could restore your vision to 20\/20<\/li>\n<li>Glaucoma is known as the &#8216;Silent Thief of Sight&#8217;<\/li>\n<li>Diabetes can be first detected in the eye, even before any other signs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<video controls preload=\"auto\" width=\"100%\" poster=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/video-eyeconditions-poster.jpg\">\n\t<source src=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Eye-Conditions-edited_0.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\/>\n<\/video>\n\t<div class=\"childpage-summary\"><ul>\n\t\t\t    \t<li>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"article-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/\">Guide to Dry Eye<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-summary\"><p>Do suffer with dry eyes? There are a range of very successful treatment now available that can offer you significant relief from your symptoms. The key is receiving the right diagnosis and appropriate advice from your eye doctor.<\/p>\n...<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/\" class=\"button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/landscape-desert-1024x682-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/landscape-desert-1024x682-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/landscape-desert-1024x682-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/landscape-desert-1024x682-1-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/landscape-desert-1024x682-1.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t    \t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t    \n\t\t\t    \t<li>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"article-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/glaucoma-guide\/\">Glaucoma Guide<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-summary\">Glaucoma affects over 15% of all adults and causes permanent vision loss, known as 'Tunnel Vision'. Early diagnosis can lower your risk of vision loss and help you maintain your crisp sharp vision for life....<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/glaucoma-guide\/\" class=\"button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/glaucoma-guide\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guideglau-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guideglau-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guideglau.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t    \t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t    \n\t\t\t    \t<li>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"article-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-diabetes-and-the-eyes\/\">Guide to Diabetes and the Eyes<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-summary\">Diabetes the fastest growing medical condition in the western world. This condition impacts your blood vessels and in particular can cause vision loss and permanent ocular scarring. If detected early, you can enjoy a life of clear vision and good eye health....<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-diabetes-and-the-eyes\/\" class=\"button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-diabetes-and-the-eyes\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidediab-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidediab-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidediab-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidediab-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidediab.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t    \t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t    \n\t\t\t    \t<li>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"article-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/macular-degeneration-guide\/\">Macular Degeneration Guide<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-summary\">Have you ben told you have Macular Degeneration (AMD), the most common eye condition worldwide? There are 2 types: Dry and Wet - each has its own cause and treatment but their treatments are very different. Understanding AMD will allow you the best outcome of keeping eye health and sharp vision....<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/macular-degeneration-guide\/\" class=\"button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/macular-degeneration-guide\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"113\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guideamd-300x113.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guideamd-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guideamd-768x288.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guideamd-640x240.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guideamd.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t    \t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t    \n\t\t\t    \t<li>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"article-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-cataracts\/\">Guide to Cataracts<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-summary\">Cataracts are the most frequently performed eye surgery worldwide. Knowing what to look for will allow you to seek eye care and start your journey to clearer vision....<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-cataracts\/\" class=\"button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-cataracts\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"164\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidecat-300x164.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidecat-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidecat.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t    \t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t    \n\t\t\t    \t<li>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"article-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-blurry-vision-and-headaches\/\">Guide to Blurry Vision and Headaches<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-summary\">Did you know blurry vision and headaches could be a sign of a serious sight-threatening eye condition. Any time you experience these simultaneously seek medical help. Knowing how to identify an eye emergency is vital to receiving medical care quickly....<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-blurry-vision-and-headaches\/\" class=\"button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-blurry-vision-and-headaches\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/gyide-blur2-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/gyide-blur2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/gyide-blur2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/gyide-blur2-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/gyide-blur2.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t    \t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t    \n\t\t\t    \t<li>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"article-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/eye-conditions\/\">Eye Conditions<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-summary\">Have you been told you have an eye disease or need eye surgery? There are 4 main eye diseases, and many others than can impact your vision. The good news - early detection can ensure you maintain clear sight and enjoy years of good eye health....<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/eye-conditions\/\" class=\"button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/eye-conditions\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidecond-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidecond-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidecond-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidecond-427x427.jpg 427w, https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/guidecond.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t    \t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t    \n\t\t\t    \t<li>\n\t\t    \t\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"article-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/guide-to-retinal-diseases\/\">Guide to Retinal Diseases<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t    \t\t\t\t<div class=\"article-summary\">Retinal diseases cause damage to any part of the retina. 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