Eye Health Medical Reference

If you have a blocked tear duct, your doctor might use one of these methods to treat it.

Learn the most common causes of eye injuries, and how to protect your vision at home, work, and play.

What is retinitis pigmentosa? What are its symptoms, and what can you do about it?

Learn about the two types of retinoschisis. Find out who gets this eye condition, and how it can affect vision.

What is ocular rosacea? What are its symptoms, and what can you do about it?

Ocular albinism can make eyes look different and act differently. Find out about causes, symptoms, and living with this rare eye disorder.

When you wear contacts, you're more likely to get eye infections, including keratitis (corneal ulcers) and pinkeye (conjunctivitis).

Blurry vision may mean it’s time for new glasses. But it can be a sign of other health conditions, too.

Nystagmus is a condition where you cannot control your eye movements. Learn more about symptoms, causes, diagnostic tests & treatments.

Ptosis is a condition where you have drooping eyes. It happens to many people as they age, but kids can be born with it. There are ways to treat it if it affects your vision.

Your eyelashes help keep gunk from your eyes, but sometimes they grow the wrong way. Find out why this happens and what you can do about it.

More than 1.1 million Americans are legally blind. Learn what legally blind means for your vision and your quality of life.

Losing your peripheral vision can feel like the world is closing in around you. Learn why it may be happening and what you can do.

Being color blind isn’t black and white. Learn all about color blindness tests and how to get them.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of xanthelasma, yellow patches filled with cholesterol that appear on the inside of your eyelids.

You can protect your vision by knowing the signs of noninfectious uveitis, a rare condition that causes eye pain, redness, and swelling.

Find out what’s causing pain, irritation, or itching in your eyes -- and how to solve it.

An explanation of the types, symptoms, and treatment of retinitis, a disease that threatens vision by damaging the retina of your eye.

WebMD explains vision problems that may cause us to see halos and glare.

WebMD explains who gets a prosthetic eye, why a prosthetic eye is used, and what to expect before and after surgery.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of pterygium (surfer's eye), a corneal growth that affects people who spend a lot of time outdoors.

WebMD discusses what can cause eye fatigue and how you can treat and prevent it.

Zinc helps create a pigment called melanin, which protects the eye, and studies show this nutrient may help slow age-related macular degeneration.

Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that some researchers think may help protect vision, but more research is needed.

Lutein and zeaxathin in eye tissue are associated with better vision. WebMD explains how to boost these antioxidants in your diet to stave off cataracts and slow macular degeneration.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of eye floaters, and when to seek immediate medical attention.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of primary congenital glaucoma, an eye disease that affects children between the age of birth and 3 years.

WebMD explains the causes and treatments of eye twitching.

Which vision problems are common during your senior years? Find out in this healthy vision guide for seniors.

WebMD explains the signs that your child may have a vision problem.

Pregnant women are often surprised when their vision changes, but the hormonal and physical changes that accompany pregnancy can affect eyesight.

More than 40% of eye injuries in the home happen during everyday activities such as cooking. Here's how to protect your eyes while working in the kitchen.

Premature babies have a higher risk for certain eye problems, including retinopathy of prematurity and strabismus, where the eyes do not align.

Protect your eyesight with these 6 tips for eye-healthy nutrition, lifestyle, and preventive care.

Find out what you need to know about seeing stars in your vision, and discover the reason for them, the risks, and how it may affect your health.

Learn what eye dominance means, how to identify your dominant eye, and how it affects activities like shooting, sports, and everyday tasks.

Arcus senilis is when you have a white or gray ring or arc around your cornea. Learn more about what causes it, symptoms of arcus senilis, and more.

Dry eye may seem like just a nuisance. But leaving it untreated can lead to long-term complications. Learn why it's important to get treatment for persistently dry eyes.

Information on various types of refractive and laser eye surgery to correct vision problems.

WebMD explains a rare condition called macular dystrophy, a genetic eye disorder that causes central vision loss.

Night driving glasses claim to reduce glare and improve vision in low light. Learn how they work, their benefits, risks, and whether they’re right for you.

WebMD's Eyes Anatomy Pages provide a detailed picture and definition of the human eyes. Learn about their function and problems that can affect the eyes.

Do your eyes hurt? Lean about the possible medical conditions that could be causing your eye pain and soreness.

WebMD helps you understand night vision problems such as halos, blurriness, and night blindness. With a doctor’s help, you can find ways to treat vision problems you have at night.

WebMD takes a look at double vision, a condition that requires emergency medical care. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for this vision problem.

If you spend lots of time looking at a computer screen, you could be at risk for computer vision syndrome, or CVS. Learn more from WebMD about its effect on the eyes, including ways to prevent CVS.

Kids as young as 8 years old could benefit from wearing contact lenses. Could they work for your child?

Learn more from WebMD about common eye diseases, such as cataracts, macular degeneration, glaucoma, and more.

Know how to pick the right eyeglasses for your lifestyle and vision problems.

Can certain vitamins or supplements keep your eyes healthy or slow vision loss? Here's what the research shows.