Eye Health Blog
Guides, tips, and expert advice on protecting your vision and maintaining optimal eye health for the long term.
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Uveitis: Illuminating the Roots, Repercussions, and Prospects for Efficient Management.
Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, which is the central layer of the eye sandwiched between the iris, the choroid and the ciliary body. It’s a potentially life-threatening illness that, if untreated, can cause blindness. People of all ages, including youngsters, are susceptible to developing the illness, which can damage either one or both…
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The Rising Epidemic: Understanding and Managing Myopia in Children
Myopia, often known as nearsightedness, is a refractive defect that impairs one’s ability to see objects at a great distance. Young people nowadays are experiencing it at alarming rates. Common questions, causes, treatments, and preventative measures for childhood myopia are discussed in this article. Why do kids get myopia? Myopia is a frequent refractive error…
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Collagen: Keep Your Eyes Young
Collagen is a protein that is found in many parts of the body, including the skin, bones, tendons, and cartilage. It is the most abundant protein in the human body and is responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of these tissues. Collagen is made up of amino acids, including glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline, which are…
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The Pressure Point: Navigating the Challenges of Papilledema
Papilledema is a medical condition in which the optic nerve head (or optic disk) is swollen due to increased pressure within the skull. This condition is a serious sign of an underlying medical problem and can lead to permanent vision loss depending on the severity and if not treated promptly. Fundus examination reveales edema of…
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Understanding Amblyopia: Protecting Your Child’s Vision
Amblyopia, or “lazy eye,” is a condition in which one eye has impaired vision that cannot be improved by using corrective lenses. It’s a fairly common vision issue in kids, brought on by the brain’s failure to develop the visual system of one eye normally. Amblyopia is typically brought on by strabismus, also known as…
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Fake Eyelashes: How Your Eyes Pay The Price
Fake eyelashes have grown in popularity as a cosmetic accessory for improving the appearance of one’s lashes. Fake eyelashes, on the other hand, can be harmful to the eyes and meibomian glands if not used properly. In this article, we will look at how fake eyelashes can harm the eyes and meibomian glands and offer…
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The Invisible Threat: How Diabetes Can Damage Your Vision.
Chronic diabetes impairs the body’s capacity to make or use insulin, which controls blood sugar levels. Over time, severe health issues, such as damage to the eyes, can be brought on by high blood sugar levels. The following is a detailed account of how diabetes affects your eyes: Diabetic Retinopathy: This is the most common…
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Why patient education is so important?
Patient education is sometimes undervalued by some health care professionals, but it is crucial because most of the times the patient’s outcomes depend on succesful communication by the doctor. So make it a priority to do your best to communicate with your patient or physician. Good communication is important to prepare the patient for proper…
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Sea The World Clearly: Prescription Scuba Diving Mask
Scuba diving is an exciting and popular activity enjoyed by many people around the world. However, for those who wear eyeglasses or contact lenses, diving can present a unique challenge. Traditional scuba dive masks are not designed to accommodate corrective lenses, which can make it difficult for those with vision impairments to fully enjoy the…
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Barotrauma of the eyes: explosive decompression injury
Barotrauma is a type of injury that occurs when there is a difference in pressure between the inside of a body cavity and the outside environment. This type of injury can occur in various parts of the body, including the ears, sinuses, lungs, and eyes, and is most commonly associated with activities such as diving,…
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Eye care tips you should know if you’re going scuba diving in Roatan.
If you are going scuba diving, there are several eye care tips that you should keep in mind to protect your eyes: Wear appropriate eye protection: It is important to wear dive masks or goggles with UV protection to protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. Be aware of the pressure changes: Diving can…
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How is the future of ophthalmology looking?
The future of ophthalmology is looking promising with the development of new technologies and treatments that are aimed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Here are a few areas where advancements are being made: Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to analyze large amounts of data from images and medical…
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Hypertensive Retinopathy
Hypertension is when blood pressure is high. If high blood pressure is not treated, you will suffer from many medical conditions such as heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, eye problems and even death. Hypertensive retinopathy is damage to the retinal blood vessels due to high pressure. The retina is a very delicate and light-sensitive structure…
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Thyroid and Dry Eyes
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck and is essential for your metabolism to work properly. Thyroid hormones control the way your body uses energy, so they affect nearly every organ in your body, even the way your heart beats. It mainly produces two hormones: triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine…
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Eye Care Services in Roatan
We are a proud Honduran family eye clinic supporting the islands communities and their eye care needs by offering a full range of eye health services to clients of all ages, from children to older adults. Our eye care services involve urgent health care services related to the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment and management of…
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Refractive Surgeries: LASIK, PRK, SMILE. Everything You Need To Know.
If you have nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism or presbyopia, and considering correcting and improving your vision with a refractive surgery. This article is for you. Prior to any refractive surgery, numerous tests will be performed on your eyes to determine the amount of correction needed. This are some of those tests. What are the…
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Conjuctival Chemosis
it’s the inflammation of the clear mucous membrane that cover the white part of your eye. It looks like a blister filled with liquid and can be annoying, especially if the person is unable to close the eye. Although the appearance can be alarming, conjunctival chemosis is not contagious and easy to treat if catched…
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Eye mobility disorders
The movement of our eyes is controlled by six extraocular muscles that work as a team. Four straight muscles and two oblique. Their origin is in the walls of the orbit and they are inserted in the sclera. Innervated by the third, fourth, and sixth cranial nerves. The muscles are controlled by the brain. The…
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Corneal Neovascularization – Contact Lens Complication
is a vision-threatening condition that introduces delicate blood vessels into the normally avascular cornea (meaning it has no blood vessels), that can extend from the limbus into the superficial or deep areas of the cornea, which compromises its transparency. This can be caused by inflammation related to infection, chemical injury, autoimmune conditions, immune hypersensitivity, post-corneal…
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Top Contact Lenses 2022
This article is not sponsored in any way. Before one can decide which type of lens is to be used, it is necessary to take some time to do the research and acknowledge the advancements in different contact lenses technologies and how they can benefit you as a consumer and wearer. The major use of…
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Corneal Ulcer
It’s an infection and inflammation of the first lens of the eye (cornea), which commonly develops from trauma or improper use of contact lenses. Inflammations of the cornea are very painful and put the person’s vision at risk. The cornea is a clear, transparent, avascular lens composed of collagen that is located on the outside…
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Pediculosis and palpebral phthiriasis: Lice on the eyelids.
It’s a sexually transmitted infection caused by pubic lice that belong to the family arthropoda, subfamily mandibulata, class insecta. Its transmission has been related to poor hygienic conditions. Lice have a small/square head, with antennae and two eyes. They have denticles that allow them to attach to the skin, which will later be pierced by…
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Retina Detachment
The retina is a thin, transparent, and delicate sensory membrane located at the back of the eye. It is constituted by an expansion of the optic nerve. The retina detects light and converts it into signals that are sent to the optic nerve by nerve impulses that are propagated by a sensitive bioelectric current. The…
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Blunt eye trauma: Tear of the iris
The iris is the colored, circular tissue of the eye. It is located behind the cornea and in front of the crystalline lens. It’s main function is to regulate the amount of light that enters the eye. To maintain good vision it is necessary to preserve the integrity of the iridian diaphragm. The iris is…
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Eye condition that over time destroys central vision. It is common in people over 60 years of age. The macula helps us see fine details in vision and provides us with clear vision day and night. There are two types of age-related macular degeneration: dry and wet. Dry AMD occurs when the blood vessels under…
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Phacoemulsification Cataract Surgeries 28 January 2023
The procedures are done every two month in our eye clinic in Brick Bay, Roatan. Eye surgeries are performed with the aim of improving the visual/ocular health of patients and places are limited. Cataract is the opacification of the inner lens of the eye. The surgery consists in removing the lens and replacing it with…
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Eyelid Edema
The edema in the eyelids is due to the accumulation of liquid in the internal tissues of the same. In most cases, it reaches such intensity that it closes the eyelids, making it difficult to open. It may be associated with conditions of the eyelids and their adjacent parts, such as styes, dacryocystitis, and sinus…
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Eyelid Coloboma
It’s an extremely rare defect or congenital malformation of the edge of the eyelids that arises in the development of embryogenesis. It is characterized by the triangular notch of the palpebral margin with the absence of eyelashes and gland. They are more frequent in the upper eyelid, generally unilateral and located on the nasal side.…
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Toxoplasmosis: Keeping Yourself and Your Family Safe From The Parasite.
It’s an infection of the inner part of the eyes due to a parasite called toxoplasma gondii. It is the most common cause of uveitis. Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, which supplies blood to the iris and retina. About 500 million people are infected with this parasite. It can be congenital or acquired…
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Subconjunctival hemorrhage: blood in the eyes.
It occurs when there is a rupture of a blood vessel between the white part of the eye and the transparent membrane called the conjunctiva. Although its appearance can be very striking and alarming, subconjunctival hemorrhage is not dangerous, nor does it cause discomfort or vision problems. The blood vessels in the eyes are thin…
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Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a degenerative disease of the cornea that occurs when the surface of this lens thins and protrudes in a cone shape that causes progressive deterioration of vision. The cornea is the first transparent lens of the eye, it is located on the outside of the eye and is responsible for refracting light rays…
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Foods that improve vision and eye health
A healthy diet has a positive impact on the overall health of our body. It is not about dieting, the goal is to lead a healthy lifestyle. Eating properly will help you preserve good vision and to maintain proper health of your eyes. In this article we will share with you the high nutritional density…
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Contact Lenses: Everything you need to know.
Contact lenses are thin, transparent, disc-shaped plastic lenses that go over the eye’s tear film and are used to improve vision. Contact lenses are considered useful and beneficial medical devices to correct refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presbyopia). They are not fashion accessories. Types of contact lenses: Rigid gas permeable contact lenses: they allow…
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Why are we the best eye clinic in Roatan?
We are the first permanent eye clinic in Roatan. Providing eye care to all of the Bay Islands and its surroundings with the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and state of the art equipment. We provide a comprehensive ophthalmologic and optometric care and are committed in improving and preserving sight. Dr. Ricardo R. Reichmann is…
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Chalazion
It is a lump in the eyelids that occurs due to inflammation and infection that is caused by the obstruction in the meibomian glands. They are recurrent and can appear at any age. These build-ups in the eyelids cause pain, redness, inflammation and purulent discharge in different areas of the eyelids. Its causes can be…
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Vitreous floaters: Spots floating in vision
The vitreous body is the inner jelly-like part of the eye. It is composed of 98% water, and macromolecules of collagen and hyaluronic acid. Floaters appear suddenly and are caused by molecular changes inside the eye, which occur mainly due to age. They are a visual phenomenon caused by opacities that produce shadows with dark…
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Stress and eyes
Stress is a negative body reaction or feeling of tension that can be emotional or physical. They come from negative thoughts or experiences. Over time, stress can harm a person’s health, especially if the main stressor is never identified. Stress can be good, in small amounts and short duration, for example, it can help you…
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Blepharitis: dandruff in the eyes.
Blepharitis is the inflammation of the eyelids caused by the accumulation of bacteria on the edges of the eyelids, and is common in people with oily skin or dandruff. The symptoms of blepharitis are: inflammation, redness, burning, pain, itching and crusting of the eyelashes. Unfortunately, blepharitis is a recurring problem that has no cure, so…
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Eye surgeries in Roatan
The eyes are very important and delicate organs that need special care by an ophthalmologist, especially if it involves surgery. We are the only eye clinic that offers permanent ophthalmology services in Roatan. Dr. Ricardo R. Reichmann is the only ophthalmic surgeon on the island and has more than 30 years of experience. He is…
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Diabetic Retinopathy
It’s a condition that occurs in the eyes of people who’ve had diabetes for a long time. Especially if you are not in proper control of your blood glucose (sugar) levels. Diabetic retinopathy produces internal bleeding in the eye, due to the damage that diabetes produces to the blood vessels of the retina. The retina…
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Vision in the elderly.
After age 65, your chances of developing vision problems or eye disease are higher. About 40% of older people have vision problems. Of the 5 senses that humans have, vision is the most important. Everything we experience and learn in life has to pass through the eyes. With age, the eyes lose the ability to…
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Foreign body in the eyes. Objects that can leave you blind.
The eyes are organs that are exposed to the open air. The eyelids and eyelashes protect us from dirt that can potentially fall inside. When we’re outside and there’s a lot of wind with dust, we squint to prevent dirt from entering, but unfortunately, sometimes they fall into the eye and it can be affected.…
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Red eyes in Roatan: Conjuctivitis (Pink eye)
Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the transparent part that covers the white part of the eye and the eyelids, called the conjunctiva. It’s inflammation can be caused by a bacteria, viral infection or allergic reaction, as well as a trauma to the eye. When the conjunctiva is affected, the blood vessels become inflamed and thus…
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Vision in Children: The Importance of an eye exam.
Humans are not born with good vision but with the ability to develop one. A newborn baby only looks at shapes, lights, detects movements and shadows, and over time, develops the visual system. As children, humans are very curious, we are discovering the fantastic world in which we live. We look at our surroundings, we…
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Glaucoma: The thief of the vision
It’s a disease that involves a group of conditions that gradually cause damage to the optic nerve and vision. People generally have no symptoms and there is no cure. Vision loss caused by glaucoma is irreversible Glaucoma occurs because the drainage of the intraocular fluid is being affected, the aqueous humor accumulates and the intraocular…
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Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes is a metabolic disease that occurs when the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood is quite high. What happens is that the pancreas stops producing insulin, the metabolic cells do not work properly, and the sugar stays in the blood. For humans, glucose is the main source of energy and it…
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What are Cataracts?
It is one of the main causes of chronic blindness in the world, mostly in the elderly. Cataract occurs when the internal lens of the eye (crystalline) becomes progressively cloudy, preventing the passage of light to the back of the eye, affecting the person’s vision. A person with a cataract in their eyes feels like…