The Silent Thief of Sight: Macular Degeneration

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Macular degeneration is a prevalent eye condition that affects millions of people worldwide, especially as they age. Often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” macular degeneration gradually steals away central vision, impacting daily activities such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces. In this blog, we will delve into the world of macular degeneration, […]

Are your eyes really closed when you sleep?

We all sleep, and naturally with our eyelids completely shut to block out light and keep our eyes from drying out. But are those lids really shut. Nocturnal lagophthalmos is defined as the inability to completely keep the eyelids shut during sleep. You may have seen it in young kids when they sleep their eyelids […]