The retina is a light-sensitive layer of tissue lining the back of the eye. Healthy development and function of the retina is critical for normal vision. Vision develops over several years, with ...

Common eye diseases include age-related macular degeneration, amblyopia, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye, and glaucoma. Over time, tissue damage in different parts of the eye can lead to ...

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) might cause the jaw to press on nerves that affect eye movement and contribute to vision issues, such as astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness. TMD ...

Dry eye disease affects millions of people, causing burning, redness, and constant eye fatigue that can worsen over time. Scientists now believe the problem may begin deep inside tear glands, where a ...

Diet, exercise, and daily habits significantly impact eye health because they directly affect blood flow to the eyes and support the body’s natural repair mechanisms. Medical professionals recommend ...

The Ocular Neurobiology laboratory at the Institute for Neurosciences, a joint center of Miguel Hernández University (UMH) in Elche and the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), is participating ...

Dry eye syndrome occurs when tear regulation becomes disrupted, either through decreased production or excessive evaporation. This common ocular condition affects millions of people worldwide, ...

Semaglutide showed no significant association with increased risk of eye disorders or diabetic retinopathy in the meta-analysis. A potential link between semaglutide and increased risk of NAION was ...

Omega-3 fatty acids have been touted as essential nutrients for overall health, but it is important to look critically at the potential benefits of omega-3s for eye health. While studies show that ...

Using piezoelectricity, an engineering team developed wearable sensors to examine eye movement to assess brain disorders or damage to the brain. A University of Houston engineering team has developed ...