The leading cause of low vision in the U.S. are age-related eye-diseases like macular degeneration. Macular degeneration is a group of eye diseases that affects central vision. It affects the macula, the central part of the retina of the eye that allows you to see fine, sharp details straight ahead. READ MORE
Eye Conditions & Disorders
Eye Conditions & Disorders
Chronic Dry Eye
Chronic dry eye is an inflammatory disorder of tears and the ocular surface, typically resulting in symptoms of dryness and overall discomfort. READ MORE
Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About Dry Eye Disease
Dry eye disease can be tricky to diagnose and treat. Optometrist Katherine Rachon, O.D., answers questions about this common but confusing condition.
Conversación clínica: Preguntas y respuestas relacionadas con el trastorno de ojo seco
El trastorno de ojo seco puede ser difícil de diagnosticar y tratar. La optometrista Katherine Rachon, O.D., contesta preguntas relacionadas con este trastorno común pero confuso.
En qué forma el ojo seco afecta tu vida
Cuando tienes ojo seco, muchas áreas de tu vida pueden resultar afectadas
What You Need to Know About Dry Eye Disease
Learn the facts about dry eye disease and how the condition affects women
Getting the Right Diagnosis and Treatment for My Dry Eye Disease Was So Frustrating It Made Me Want to Cry
Now I see a difference thanks to my own persistence
El proceso para obtener el diagnóstico y tratamiento correctos para mi trastorno de ojo seco fue tan frustrante que quería llorar
Ahora veo una diferencia gracias a mi persistencia
Lo que debes saber sobre el síndrome de ojo seco
Obtén información acerca del síndrome de ojo seco y en qué forma esta condición afecta a las mujeres
FAQs About Dry Eye Disease
Dry eye disease affects more women than men. Here’s what you need to know.
Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.
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