by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Refraction Part of an eye exam that determines the optical error of the eye. This is often used to measure for the strength of glasses or contacts needed to see well. It is useful in determining if there were any changes in the eye\’s ability to focus as seen in...
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Macular Degeneration Deterioration of the macular region of the retina resulting in loss of central vision. (See FAQ’s on Macular Degeneration for an extensive discussion.)
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Blepharitis Infection or inflammation of the rim of the eyelid. Often referred to as “granulated eyelids.” This is frequently due to infection of the oil glands around the lid margin, but can also be associated with dandruff, some forms of acne, and eye...
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Optic Nerve The nerve endings that are contained in the retina that come together to form one large optic nerve. This nerve exits the back of the eye and connects the eye with the part of the brain that is responsible for vision. (See Eye Anatomy and How The Eye Works...
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Cataract A clouding condition of the natural lens inside the eye. This causes a fog or “skim” over the vision, and can cause washed out colors, halos around lights, glare, and light sensitivity. (Click for more information on...
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Myopia (near sightedness): An optical error in which the eye sees better at near than at distance without proper correction. (See Refractive Disorders for more details.)
