Intravitreal anti-VEGF agents are linked to a slight increase in the risk for stroke in patients with age-related macular degeneration, but only for about 2 months after the last injection. Medscape Medical News
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New Optic Nerve Criteria May Speed MS Diagnosis
Historically, optic nerve involvement has been excluded from MS diagnostic criteria, but its inclusion in the new iteration is expected to significantly accelerate time to diagnosis. Medscape Medical News
New Guidelines Shift Diabetes Care Toward Behavior
The recommendations focus on helping patients implement lifestyle changes. Medscape Medical News
Rare Yet Alarming: US Study Maps Syphilitic Uveitis Trends
Both the incidence and prevalence of syphilitic uveitis increased in the United States from 2013 to 2024, with low vision and blindness being the most common ocular complications. Medscape Medical News
GLP-1 RAs Linked to Doubled Risk for Macular Degeneration
Among older patients with diabetes, glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists were associated with an increased risk for neovascular age-related macular degeneration in a large Canadian study. Medscape Medical News
Long-Term Exposure to Air Pollution Can Double Glaucoma Risk
Long-term exposure to air pollution increases the risk for primary open-angle glaucoma by up to 108%, a nationwide cohort study of over half a million individuals in Taiwan shows. Medscape Medical News
Inexpensive HIV Med Improves Vision in Diabetic Eye Disease
An initial trial suggests lamivudine, an inexpensive oral drug for treating HIV, can improve vision in patients with diabetic macular edema more effectively and affordably than current therapies. Medscape Medical News
A Teen With a Progressive Rash on Her Face and Hands
The patient’s medical history was significant for mild atopic dermatitis, well-controlled with triamcinolone ointment used intermittently, and a background of ichthyosis vulgaris. Medscape Dermatology
Irritant Contact Dermatitis
The patient’s medical history was significant for mild atopic dermatitis, well-controlled with triamcinolone ointment used intermittently, and a background of ichthyosis vulgaris. Medscape Dermatology
Study Underscores Need for Eye Exam in Psych Disorders
An analysis of a large national database shows a diagnosis of bipolar disorder or major depressive disorder is linked to an increased risk for retinal diseases in middle-aged and older individuals. Medscape Medical News
US FDA Approves Alcon’s New Dry-eye Drug (May 28)
(This May 28 story has been corrected to say ‘eye drop,’ not ‘liquid medication,’ in paragraph 3 and to remove the picture) Reuters Health Information
US FDA Approves Alcon’s New Dry-eye Drug
(This May 28 story has been corrected to say ‘eye drop,’ not ‘liquid medication,’ in paragraph 3 and to remove the picture) Reuters Health Information
Can You Eat Away the Risk for Blindness?
Although cures for age-related macular degeneration are elusive, the case for prevention through nutrition looks strong and certainly better than a shot in the eye. Medscape Medical News
Intranasal Schirmer Test Shows Promise in Allergy Diagnosis
Objective measurement of nasal secretions may help clinicians diagnose allergic rhinitis. Medscape Medical News
Updated McDonald Criteria for MS Allow Earlier Dx and Tx
Drs Andrew Wilner and Oliver Tobin discuss key features of the updated McDonald criteria and how they change the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Medscape Neurology
Hidden Methods, High Stakes: Clinicians Push FDA on NarxCare
A band of clinicians and chronic pain advocates are pushing regulators to scrutinize a controversial risk rating tool. Medscape Medical News
Hidden Formula, High Stakes: Clinicians Push FDA on NarxCare
A band of clinicians and chronic pain advocates are pushing regulators to scrutinize a controversial risk rating tool. Medscape Medical News
Going to Mars? Your Body Might Disagree
Astronauts face severe health risks on their journey to Mars, dealing with muscle loss, vision changes, and immune system challenges. Medscape Medical News
Study: Dropless Cataract Surgery Slashes Drug Costs
Injection of an antibiotic and glucocorticoid after cataract surgery is far cheaper and as safe as a protocol 12 drops daily tapered over 4 weeks, a new study shows. Medscape Medical News
Office-Based Cataract Surgery Measures Up To ASC Cases
A retrospective review of 1300 cataract operations by one surgeon finds office-based surgeries are no less safe than ambulatory surgery center cases. Medscape Medical News