Eyes Articles A-Z

Subretinal Hemorrhage With LASIK

Subretinal hemorrhage with LASIK is extremely rare, but it is a possibility patients need to be aware of. This eMedTV Web page explains how subretinal hemorrhage can result in bleeding in the back of the eye and lead to significant vision loss.

The Day of LASIK

On the day of LASIK surgery, as this eMedTV resource explains, you will be able to ask any last-minute questions and request medication if you feel anxious or nervous. Since anesthesia isn't involved, you can eat and drink as normal that day.

The Eyes

This interactive video describes the parts of the eye involved with sight.

Timilol

Timolol tablets or eyedrops may be prescribed to treat conditions of the heart, blood vessels, or eyes. This eMedTV page further describes these uses, explains how this medicine works, and lists side effects. Timilol is a common misspelling of timolol.

Timolol

Timolol is a prescribed drug licensed to treat several conditions, such as high blood pressure and glaucoma. This eMedTV page offers an overview of the medication, including what the various forms are used for, possible side effects, and more.

Timolol and Breastfeeding

Timolol does pass through breast milk and can lead to potentially dangerous complications in your child. This eMedTV segment offers more information on timolol and breastfeeding, and explains the problems this medication can cause in a nursing child.

Timolol and Pregnancy

As a pregnancy Category C medication, timolol may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This eMedTV resource offers a more in-depth look at pregnancy and timolol use, and explains the problems that occurred when the drug was given to pregnant animals.

Timolol and Weight Gain

You should contact your doctor immediately if you have rapid weight gain while taking timolol. This eMedTV Web article further discusses this important topic and provides a list of suggestions on how to avoid weight gain while taking this medication.

Timolol Dosage

Your dosage of timolol will depend on several factors, such as the medical condition being treated. This eMedTV page further discusses these factors, offers some general dosing guidelines for various conditions, and lists tips for using this medicine.

Timolol Medication Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the prescription medicine timolol. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, and precautions.

Timolol Overdose

It is possible and potentially dangerous to overdose on timolol. This selection from the eMedTV Web library explores the potential effects of taking too much timolol and describes the various treatment options that are available in these cases.

Timolol Sexual Side Effects

It may be possible to develop sexual side effects while taking timolol. As this eMedTV page explains, such problems may include a decreased sex drive, impotence, or Peyronie's disease. This page also explains what your doctor may recommend.

Timolol Side Effects

Some of the commonly reported timolol side effects include nausea, blurred vision, and a slow heart rate. This eMedTV segment discusses how often these problems occurred during clinical trials and describes which ones are potentially serious.

Topical or Local Anesthesia (Cataract Surgery)

This video explains that the two most commonly used anesthetics for this procedure are topical and local.

Travoprost

For people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension, travoprost can be used to reduce eye pressure. This eMedTV page describes in detail the effects of the medication, explains how it works, and offers general dosing information.

Travoprost Dosage

The recommended travoprost dosage is one drop into the affected eye(s) once daily. This article from the eMedTV Web site covers travoprost dosing in more detail and includes important information on when and how to use the prescription eyedrop.

Travoprost Eye Drops

On this eMedTV Web page, travoprost eye drops are discussed. Information includes its possible drug interactions, side effects, warnings, dosing, and uses.

Undercorrection or Overcorrection With LASIK

It is possible for a person to have undercorrection or overcorrection with LASIK eye surgery. This eMedTV page offers reasons why this happens, such as the result of abnormal healing around the surgical area or unusual responses to the laser.

Vision Correction After Cataract Surgery

This video clip describes the three methods of restoring vision after cataract removal.

Vitaman A

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for a healthy immune system. This eMedTV page further explains what the vitamin is used for and explores its safety and effectiveness. Vitaman A is a common misspelling of vitamin A.

Vitamen A

Vitamin A is important for cell growth, bone growth, and good vision. This eMedTV article discusses other benefits of this vitamin and explains what side effects may occur with vitamin A supplementation. Vitamen A is a common misspelling of vitamin A.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin necessary for a healthy immune system and good vision. This eMedTV resource explores other benefits of this vitamin, lists some of its potential side effects, and explains when supplementation is necessary.

Vitamin A and Breastfeeding

Compared to other adults, breastfeeding women have a higher need for vitamin A. This eMedTV resource further discusses vitamin A and breastfeeding, and explains what problems may occur if a breastfeeding woman takes too much of the vitamin.

Vitamin A and Pregnancy

Although pregnant women have an increased need for vitamin A, supplementation is usually not necessary. This eMedTV article offers more information on vitamin A and pregnancy, and explains what the Recommended Dietary Allowance is for this vitamin.

Vitamin A Deficiency

Healthy people in developed countries have a low risk of vitamin A deficiency. This article from the eMedTV library explains who is at a higher risk of developing a deficiency and describes possible symptoms of this problem.

Vitamin A Dosage

It can be hard to determine a vitamin A dosage, as there are different ways to measure vitamin A content. This eMedTV page includes charts that list both Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) and a Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) for vitamin A.

Vitamin A Drug Interactions

Warfarin, tetracycline antibiotics, and retinoids may cause vitamin A drug interactions. This eMedTV article lists specific products from these drug classes that may interact with the vitamin and describes the potential effects of these interactions.

Vitamin A Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses vitamin a supplements. Information includes what it is used for (and whether it works), safety, dosing, side effects, warnings, precautions, toxicity and deficiency.

Vitamin A Overdose

Symptoms of a vitamin A overdose may include headache, dizziness, and hair loss. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists other problems that may result from vitamin A toxicity and explains what treatment options are available for an overdose.

Vitamin A Safety

Liver disease or chronic alcohol consumption can increase the risk of developing vitamin A toxicity. This eMedTV page lists other vitamin A safety warnings and precautions, and explains what to discuss with your doctor before starting treatment.

Vitamin A Side Effects

Potential side effects of vitamin A include dry skin and lips, dizziness, and weight loss. This page on the eMedTV site provides a more detailed list of side effects seen with this vitamin and explains why they may require prompt medical attention.

Vitamin A Toxicity

Side effects that may occur due to vitamin A toxicity include diarrhea, headaches, and blurred vision. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible signs of toxicity and discusses the dangers of taking high-dose vitamin A supplements.

Vitamina

Vitamin A is important for good vision and a healthy immune system. This eMedTV resource explores the possible benefits of vitamin A supplementation and lists potential side effects of these products. Vitamina is a common misspelling of vitamin A.

Vitamine A

Vitamin A is mainly obtained from the diet but is also available in supplement form. This eMedTV page explores what vitamin A is used for and explains what you should be aware of before taking it. Vitamine A is a common misspelling of vitamin A.

Vitaminin A

Vitamin A is necessary for cell growth and differentiation. This eMedTV segment further discusses what vitamin A is used for and explains what to discuss with your doctor before using the supplement. Vitaminin A is a common misspelling of vitamin A.

Vitiman A

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for good vision, reproduction, and other functions. This eMedTV page describes how vitamin A works and explains what side effects may occur. Vitiman A is a common misspelling of vitamin A.

Vitmin A

Vitamin A, which comes from animal and plant sources, is essential for good vision. This eMedTV article further explains how this vitamin works and lists potential side effects of the supplement. Vitmin A is a common misspelling of vitamin A.

Vitrectomie

As this eMedTV Web page explains, a vitrectomy is a surgical procedure to remove blood from the center of the eye. This page describes when this procedure may be necessary and its rate of success. Vitrectomie is a common misspelling of vitrectomy.

Vitrectomy

A vitrectomy is a medical procedure where blood is removed from the center of the eye. This page on the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at this procedure and explains why it is often used to treat proliferative retinopathy.

Voltaren Ophthalmic

Voltaren Ophthalmic is a prescription eye drop licensed to treat symptoms caused by specific eye surgeries. This eMedTV resource explains how the eye drops work, describes possible side effects, and covers some general dosing guidelines.

Voltaren Ophthalmic Dosage

The amount of Voltaren Ophthalmic you are prescribed will depend on the type of eye surgery you had. This eMedTV Web segment offers detailed Voltaren Ophthalmic dosing guidelines, with tips on when and how to safely and effectively use the eye drop.

Voltaren Ophthalmic Drug Interactions

Steroid eye drops and antiplatelet medications can cause drug interactions with Voltaren Ophthalmic. This eMedTV Web segment lists other medications that may negatively interact with Voltaren Ophthalmic and describes the complications that can occur.

Voltaren Ophthalmic Eye Drops

If you have eye surgery, your doctor may prescribe Voltaren Ophthalmic to treat eye pain and inflammation. This eMedTV page covers dosing guidelines and side effects of these eye drops. Voltaren Ophthalmic precautions and warnings are also included.

Voltaren Ophthalmic Side Effects

Some of the commonly reported Voltaren Ophthalmic side effects include tearing, burning, and stinging. This eMedTV Web segment explores the severity of these side effects and describes which ones may require immediate medical attention.

Voltaren Ophthalmic Uses

Eye pain and inflammation associated with certain eye surgeries can be treated with Voltaren Opthalamic. This eMedTV Web page covers these uses of Voltaren Ophthalmic in more detail, including whether it is safe for children and possible off-label uses.

Voltaren Ophthalmic Warnings and Precautions

You may not be able to safely use Voltaren Ophthalmic if you have diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis. This eMedTV page discusses other Voltaren Ophthalmic precautions and warnings that may occur and what to tell your doctor before using these drops.

What Are Cataracts?

Cataracts are usually the result of the normal aging process. This video discusses how cataracts develop.

What Are Your Choices (Other Than Cataract Surgery)?

This multimedia clip discusses the benefits of cataract surgery with lens implantation.

What Are Your Choices for Correcting Vision Problems?

Various alternatives to this procedure are available. This interactive media clip discusses them in detail.

What Are Your Choices for Vision Correction?

This multimedia clip discusses some of the alternatives to LASIK.

What Happens During Cataract Surgery(Retrobulbular)?

This video clip illustrates in detail how cataract surgery is performed.

What Happens During PRK?

PRK is a laser procedure that can sometimes be performed on patients who are unable to have LASIK. This video explains the procedure.

What Happens During the LASIK Procedure?

This video clip provides an overview of the LASIK procedure.

What If You Don't Have LASIK?

What if you don't have LASIK? As this eMedTV article explains, there are alternatives to laser eye surgery, so LASIK is only an elective procedure. Before deciding to have the surgery, however, it is important to be aware of the possible risks.

What if You Don't Have PRK?

This video clip explains the risks associated with not having LASIK.

What if You Don't Have the LASIK Procedure?

This video clip explains the risks associated with not having LASIK.

What Is Bimatoprost Used For?

Bimatoprost is used for reducing eye pressure in people with open angle glaucoma or high eye pressure. This eMedTV resource explores bimatoprost uses in more detail, including information on possible off-label uses for the medication.

What Is Blepharitis

What Is Ketotifen Used For?

As this eMedTV Web page explains, ketotifen is used for treating eye itching caused by allergies due to pollen, ragweed, and animal dander. This article further discusses the drug's uses and describes how the eye drops work.

What Is Latanoprost Used For?

Latanoprost is used for lowering eye pressure in people with ocular hypertension or open angle glaucoma. This eMedTV resource describes how the medicine works for these conditions and explores possible off-label latanoprost uses.

What Is Levobunolol Used For?

As this segment of the eMedTV Web library explains, levobunolol is approved for treating high eye pressure or open angle glaucoma in adults. This article further discusses the uses of levobunolol, including information on how it works.

What Is Metipranolol Used For?

Metipranolol is a drug that lowers eye pressure in people with open angle glaucoma or high eye pressure. This eMedTV page discusses the uses of metipranolol in more detail, describes how it works, and explains whether it is used for off-label purposes.

What Is Pegaptanib Used For?

Pegaptanib is used for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration. This article from the eMedTV archives discusses how pegaptanib can help slow down vision loss and macular damage, and explains whether the drug can be used in children.

What Is Ranibizumab Used For?

Ranibizumab is used for the treatment of age-related wet macular degeneration in adults. This page on the eMedTV Web site discusses these ranibizumab uses in more detail and explains how the medicine can reduce vision loss and macular damage.

What Is Timolol Used For?

As this eMedTV Web page explains, timolol tablets and eyedrops are used to treat several conditions related to the eyes, heart, and blood vessels. This article covers these uses in more detail and describes some possible off-label uses for the drug.

What Is Travoprost Used For?

Travoprost uses are concerned with treating high eye pressure and open-angle glaucoma. This part of the eMedTV archives explains how this drug works to decrease eye pressure and explores possible off-label uses for travoprost and its use in children.

What Results Can You Expect With Your Cataract Surgery

This video clip talks about the expected results with cataract surgery.

Why Is My Doctor Recommending a LASIK Procedure?

This video clip explains how a LASIK procedure can correct your vision.

Why Is My Doctor Recommending a PRK Procedure?

This video segment explains why your doctor is recommending PRK in your particular situation.

Your Doctor Recommends Cataract Surgery

This video describes the symptoms that may indicate your need for cataract surgery.