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Sudden Blindness: Can It Happen?

Yes, sudden blindness can occur in one or both eyes. It’s a medical emergency and you should seek help as soon as possible.

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How Many Years of School Does it Take to be a Cataract Surgeon?

A cataract surgeon undergoes many years of training, first gaining a medical degree and then specializing in the field of vision. The short answer to, how many years of school does it take to be a cataract surgeon?

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Typical and Not So Typical Reasons for Eyelid Pain

Eyelid pain is often a stye, conjunctivitis, contact-lens irritation, or allergy, but it can signal serious problems like cellulitis, shingles, or ocular herpes. Here's what causes it and when it's urgent.

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Can I Remove a Skin Tag from My Eyelid?

Yes, a skin tag on the eyelid can be removed, but it should be done professionally, not with DIY kits. Here's why, how removal works, and when to see an ophthalmologist.

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A Full Breakdown of the Parts of the Eye

The eye is a complex structure containing many elements that work together to give us vision. We can break this down into four main areas: the parts outside the eyeball, the eye surface, the front of the eye, and the back.

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What Are the Three Types of Cataracts?

By far the most common type of cataracts are the ones that form as we get older. Termed, age-related cataracts, these fall into three distinct categories.

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