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
Tag: Ophthalmology
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
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
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
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
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
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
AMD Progression Post-Cataract Surgery: Real but Small Risk
One of the largest studies of cataract surgery in people with dry age-related macular degeneration finds a small risk for conversion to the wet form of the disease. Medscape Medical News
Subretinal Implant Improves Vision in Advanced Dry AMD
A photovoltaic retinal implant shows promise as a way to improve vision in patients with advanced age-related macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
Popular Weight-Loss Drug May Guard Against Cataracts
People with overweight or obesity who use GLP-1 receptor agonists may have a lower risk of developing cataracts than those who use other drugs for weight loss or receive no treatment. Medscape Medical News
Study: Patients Prefer Oral Sedation for Cataract Surgery
The first study of oral sedation for cataract surgery in an office setting found it to be as safe as intravenous anesthesia without the extra time or cost. Medscape Medical News
GLP-1s May Protect Against AMD in Those Without Diabetes
People without diabetes who receive GLP-1 receptor agonists for the treatment of overweight or obesity face a reduced risk of developing dry age-related macular degeneration, a recent study shows. Medscape Medical News
Study: Veligrotug Improves Life Quality in TED
People with thyroid eye disease receiving infusions of the insulin-like growth factor-1 receptor veligrotug report improved quality of life after 15 weeks of treatment. Medscape Medical News
US FDA Approves Glaukos’ New Eye Therapy
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new eye therapy from Glaukos Corp, giving patients a less painful option to treat a progressive condition that can… Reuters Health Information
Adalimumab Outperforms Standard Therapy in Uveitis Study
Patients with noninfectious intermediate, posterior, or panuveitis requiring immunosuppressive therapy are less likely to rely on corticosteroids when they receive adalimumab instead of conventional agents. Medscape Medical News
Conference MDAngle: AAO 2025 Non-AMD Retinal Disorders
Insights from AAO 2025, including anticipated presentations, key takeaways, and how emerging research on non-AMD retinal disorders may affect patient care. Medscape