Along with Uroxatral (Alfuzosin), Cardura (Doxazosin), Silodal (Silodosin), and Hytrin (Terazosin) One of the most common questions I encounter from patients undergoing cataract surgery has to do with whether their use of Flomax or other similar Urologic medications will adversely affect the outcome of their surgery. The answer to that question is possibly, but in […]
The month of October is Eye Injury Prevention Month and North Suburban Eye Associates would like to remind you that nearly half of all eye injuries occur in or around the home. Nearly 2.5 million people in the United States experience an eye injury each year, and nearly 1 million people have lost some degree […]
World Sight Day is an annual day of awareness created to help focus global attention on blindness, visual impairment and rehabilitation of those with visual impairments. Each year the event is held on the second Thursday of October. World Sight Day is observed globally by those involved in preventing visual impairment or restoring sight. It […]
When thinking about how to describe the world we live in one word generally comes to mind: connected. Everywhere we go we’re usually carrying around some sort of device that keeps us connected to something important to us. Whether it’s a tablet, smart phone or a computer that we’re using to stay in touch, we […]
August is National Cataract Awareness Month. During the month of August be sure to focus on your vision and talk to your doctor if you believe you are at risk for cataracts. Since cataracts develop over years, gradual changes in vision can become the norm for most individuals suffering from the condition and therefore become […]
If you want to improve your vision, you had better start with your diet because healthy vision begins with healthy eating habits. Fruits, vegetables, and fish make for healthy, light, delicious meals and snacks during the warm summer months and contain nutrients and powerful antioxidants that are essential to healthy eyes. Studies have shown that […]
Have you been thinking about perhaps getting a jump start on your summer tan by heading to your local tanning stting on salon? Most people know that ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin damage and even cancer, but did you know that indoor tanning can also have harmful effects on your eyes? No one […]
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