Vision Loss & Changes Directory
Vision loss and changes can have a drastic effect on a person’s life. Whether the loss or changes are due to an injury, disease, or age, dealing with this condition can be difficult. Some conditions of vision changes can be reversed through special procedures, and some vision loss can be restored as well. Depending on how the vision loss or changes happened, various aids, surgeries, and procedures are available Find out more about the different types of vision loss and changes as well as features, news articles, and references.
Medical Reference
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Coping With Vision Loss
Losing your ability to see can be very difficult to accept. Learn more from WebMD about coping with vision loss.
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Low Vision and Your Eyes
Learn more from WebMD about low vision, an impairment that affects 14 million Americans.
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Prevention of Vision Problems
Read tips about the prevention of vision problems and eye strain.
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What Is Retinitis Pigmentosa?
What is retinitis pigmentosa? What are its symptoms, and what can you do about it?
Features
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Could My Medications Cause Vision Problems?
A lot of medications could affect your eyes. Here's what you can do about it.
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Living Well With Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Simple lifestyle changes can help you lower your risk of losing your vision.
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10 Key Facts to Know About LASIK
Considering LASIK to improve your eye sight? A board-certified ophthalmologist outlines 10 important things to know before undergoing the procedure.
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My Odyssey With LASIK Surgery
Not everyone achieves perfect eyesight. Consider the pluses and minuses before deciding if it's right for you.