Eye washing is linked to less severe ocular symptoms of hay fever, fewer flares, and more days without symptoms, according to a digital prospective study. Medscape Medical News
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Which Diagnostic Steps Help Spot Sjögren Syndrome Early?
Early recognition of Sjögren syndrome is essential because timely diagnosis and coordinated follow-up reduce systemic complications, including the risk for lymphoma. Medscape News UK
Does Poor Vision Put US Kids at Risk for Food Insecurity?
Children with impaired vision are about 70% more likely to experience food insecurity than those without eye issues, an association that remains significant after accounting for socioeconomic factors. Medscape Medical News
Drug Used for Enlarged Prostate Tied to High Glaucoma Risk
The use of alpha-blockers for benign prostatic hyperplasia is tied to an increased risk of developing acute angle-closure glaucoma, a study finds. Medscape Medical News
Tocilizumab Offers Durable Response in Steroid-Resistant TED
More than half of patients with moderate-to-severe thyroid eye disease who do not improve with corticosteroids achieve disease control after 6 months of treatment with tocilizumab. Medscape Medical News
Unexplained Pediatric Mucositis: Could It Be RIME?
Early diagnosis of reactive infectious mucocutaneous eruption is important to minimize potential long-term disease complications. Medscape Medical News
AAO 2025: AI’s Role in the Future of Retinal Disorders
Dr Sunir Garg explores how AI is transforming retinal care, from individualized treatments to tracking disease progression and bridging gaps across specialties. Medscape
Indigenous Canadians Face Barriers to Adequate Eye Care
Vision care for Canada’s Indigenous population is marked by the absence of early disease detection, accessible services, and a national eye care strategy. Medscape News Canada
Deciphering Diabetic Dilemmas
The Curbsiders tackle complex diabetes cases to help you learn how to manage hypoglycemia among older adults, retinopathy among pregnant individuals, and steroid-induced hyperglycemia. The Curbsiders
Dangerous Catch: A Look at Eye Trauma From Fishing Incidents
Eye injuries linked to fishing have declined over the last 20 years, with contusions or corneal abrasions being the most common diagnoses and fishhooks and rods being the most common causes. Medscape Medical News
Seborrheic Dermatitis Linked to Epithelial Barrier Diseases
Adults with seborrheic dermatitis appear more likely to have other epithelial barrier diseases, including atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, rosacea, irritable bowel syndrome, and dry eye, suggesting shared inflammatory pathways. Medscape Medical News
Diabetic Retinopathy May Worsen After YAG Laser Treatment
Yttrium aluminum garnet laser capsulotomy after cataract surgery is tied to an increased risk for the progression of nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy and development of other serious eye issues. Medscape Medical News
AAO 2025: Evolving Approaches in Retinal Disorders
Dr Sunir Garg shares insights on patient management, medication impact, and advancing technologies that are shaping the future of eye health. Medscape
Ocular Rosacea Underappreciated in Dermatology and Beyond
For ocular rosacea, dermatologists can do more than hand off patients to ophthalmology by asking the right questions and applying treatments they are already using. Medscape Medical News
Systemic Therapy for Sjögren Closer With Phase 3 Success
Current treatment options have been limited to symptom control. Telitacicept, a novel fusion protein, and ianalumab, a monoclonal antibody, demonstrate improvement in disease activity. Medscape Medical News
Chemotherapy Drug Shortages Become Cancer-Care Reality
Shortages to backbone chemotherapy drugs are negatively affecting patient care, and more shortages are likely without policy solutions, experts say. Medscape Medical News
Study: Poor Screen, Sleep Hygiene Drying Out Kids’ Eyes
A study of more than 1300 children found dry eye disease has increased dramatically over the past 5 years and is linked to more screen time and less sleep. Medscape Medical News
Tocilizumab May Be Better Than MTX for GCA at 1 Year
At week 52 in a randomized, controlled trial, results suggest that tocilizumab is more effective than methotrexate in maintaining remission and preventing relapse. Medscape Medical News
McDonald Criteria Updates Boost MS Diagnostic Specificity
Dr Andrew Solomon discusses changes to the 2024 McDonald criteria that can improve diagnostic specificity and early detection in multiple sclerosis. Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers
Can Statins Prevent This Complication of Retinal Surgery?
A large database study of eyes that had retinal detachment surgery supports what smaller studies have found: People on statins have fewer post-op complications. Medscape Medical News