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Even if you have perfect vision, or think you don’t need to see the eye doctor regularly, there are certain issues with your vision or your eyes you should always seek professional care for. Here is a list of things you should never hesitate to see your optometrist about.
Double vision
If you experience double vision, a variety of issues could be a cause. You may have one eye that sees better than the other one, putting strain on your eyes to see clearly.…
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It’s estimated that at least 350 million people suffer from depression around the world. While a common concern, the average person doesn’t know as much as they should about just how much of an effect this condition can have on their lives. This is true even for those people who are suffering from depression. Make sure you know how depression can impact your life.
Increased Health Concerns
Depression is a medical condition that has the potential to cause other health concerns for those who are suffering, indirectly.…
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If you have mild allergy symptoms a few months of the year that are managed by taking over-the-counter medications, then you may not need to see an allergy specialist. However, when your symptoms are so bad that they affect your quality of life or if they persist throughout the year, then it’s time to visit an allergist so your allergies can be identified and treated properly. Here are some ways an allergy specialist can help you.…
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Having to rely on wearing glasses or contact lenses can be a frustrating part of life, but there might be something you can do about this. LASIK surgery is a procedure that is designed to correct impaired vision, and this eye surgery might help you see better without glasses or contacts. If you are interested in this, you will need to talk to an eye doctor to find out if LASIK would help you.…
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If you have never had a sinus infection or a nasal allergy, you may be confused as to which you have when you finally experience one or the other. You may even think you have a cold that has gone on forever, and does not seem to be stopping anytime soon. Here is how you can tell a sinus infection from a nasal allergy.
Nasal Allergies
Nasal allergies often strike without much warning.…
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Heroin doesn’t judge a person. It doesn’t have an age or gender preference. It doesn’t care if you have money or don’t. Anyone can be a heroin addict from the mother of three kids down the street, to your friendly mail carrier, to the retired veteran next door. Heroin is a highly addictive drug that is plaguing this country, and can be available in even the smallest of towns. If you aren’t familiar with heroin or have no knowledge about it, see below for further information, as well as some warning signs to help you spot a problem if someone you love is using this dangerous drug.…
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Some people can go their entire lives with flat feet and never experience any discomfort. However, for others, the condition, also known as fallen arches, can cause excruciating pain even when you are wearing comfortable shoes. It can be frustrating when all of a sudden, later in life, you begin to experience problems from flat feet.
The lack of arch support can also lead to debilitating joint problems. If you are beginning to experience problems due to flat feet, the following primer on the condition can help you understand why your feet are hurting all of sudden and what can be done to alleviate the pain.…
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Ultrasound machines are a powerful way to get a look inside of a person’s body. However, excessive gas during the scan can ruin the reading and make it nearly impossible to use properly. As a result, it is important to manage this gas before the appointment begins.
Tension Before The Ultrasound May Cause Gas
Though not eating for several hours before an ultrasound can help decrease the risk of developing bowel gas during the treatment, stress and anxiety about the treatment can cause an excess of it.…
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Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time, but for those suffering from agoraphobia, it can become crippling. If you find yourself having anxiety attacks when you must go out in public places, you may be suffering from this distressing disorder.
Symptoms of agoraphobia
One of the most common symptoms of agoraphobia is fear of leaving your house. You may also fear being in places where you cannot escape easily, such as when in an elevator or when traveling by train or plane.…
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Diabetics who have cataract surgery generally yield excellent results. Still there’s post-operative challenges that eye surgeons must circumvent, notes the ophthalmology site, Healio. Challenges include diabetic eye changes in the retina and in the blood vessels of the eye. By addressing those diabetic changes pre-operatively, eye surgeons can minimize those challenges during treatment.
In Brief: What Cataracts Are
If you have diabetes, you are more likely to get cataracts, says the American Academy of Ophthalmology.…
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