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This pamphlet provides patients and their families with general information about age-related macular degeneration. It describes the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of age-related macular ... Details >
This pamphlet is designed to help people understand glaucoma, a group of diseases that can damage the eye's optic nerve and result in vision loss and blindness. With early treatment, you can often pr... Details >
This fact sheet discusses the cornea's function and structure, problems that may affect the cornea and treatment and care options.... Details >
This page lists organizations that provide free and low cost glaucoma screenings for those who are eligible.... Details >
If you are a patient requesting insurance reimbursement for the special contact lens needed for keratoconus, consider using this comprehensive document from NKF.... Details >
You have control over some of the known risk factors for macular degeneration. If you have a family history of AMD, or are in the "macular generation" (age 60 or above), you should be particularly att... Details >
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Pink, itchy eyes? Conjunctivitis – or pink eye – is common in adults and children. It spreads quickly and sometimes needs medical treatment, depending on the cause. Know the symptoms, get treatment if... Details >
Here is a list of questions that will solicit critical information you need from your doctor. Print it out and bring it to your next appointment, especially if you have just been diagnosed with AMD.... Details >
VISION USA provides basic eye health and vision care services free of charge to uninsured, low-income people and their families. Find out if you are eligible to receive free services.... Details >
This page links to online sources of vision-related terms. Sources include the MEDLINEPlus-Online Dictionary, Eye Terminology Glossary, and Glossary of Ocular Terms. ... Details >
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