Category: Retina Conditions
What is Hypertensive Retinopathy?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious problem itself, but it can also cause a variety of secondary health issues. If you have consecutive blood pressure readings that are above 130/80 mmHg, you are at risk of developing hypertension retinopathy. Hypertensive retinopathy occurs when …
Read MoreSpotlight on Ocular Trauma
Each year, more than 2.5 million Americans suffer from ocular trauma, or a serious eye injury. Sadly, around ten percent of those will result in permanent vision loss. Ocular trauma may cause damage to the outer protective part or the delicate inner tissues of the eye. Ocular traumas are often …
Read MoreHow much do you know about AMD?
Approximately one out of every three Americans over the age of 75 years old is living with some form of age-related macular degeneration, or AMD. AMD is also the leading cause of blindness in those 55 years and older. AMD is one of the many conditions that our team of board-certified retinal …
Read MoreNolan's Story: Overcoming Retinoblastoma and Raising Awareness for Pediatric Cancer
Nolan Smith is an inspiring nine year old who was diagnosed with retinoblastoma at just three years old. Nolan’s mom, Courtney, a pediatrician at CHRISTUS Children’s Hospital in San Antonio, noticed something unusual in his left eye—a subtle difference in the reflection and color when the light hit …
Read MoreRise in Youth Onset Diabetes and Vision Complications
More than 38 million people in the United States are living with diabetes, a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes sugar and uses insulin. One of the side effects of diabetes is the potential for vision loss and developing serious eye issues like diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma …
Read MoreHow Quick Action Saved a Patient’s Vision
At 75-years-old, retired military officer John Robinson never expected that a simple action like picking up a dropped pen could lead to a life-changing event. However, what started as an ordinary day quickly turned into a race against time to save his vision. Thanks to the quick thinking of his …
Read MoreCan melatonin prevent you from developing AMD?
Melatonin is a common therapy used to improve sleep. It helps to regulate the body’s circadian rhythm and promote better rest and relaxation. A new study now suggests it may also be helpful in preventing or delaying the progression of AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration). AMD is experienced by an …
Read MoreA Mother’s Vigilance: A Family's Journey Battling Inherited Retinal Disease
We have patients come from across Texas and beyond to be treated by our board-certified retinal specialists and ophthalmology experts at Austin Retina Associates. Lauren and Don Bruss live in New Mexico with their two young children under the care and treatment of C. Armitage Harper III, MD for an …
Read MoreSolar Eclipse Eye Safety: How to Prevent Eye Damage
As nature presents us with an awe-inspiring solar eclipse on April 8th, it's crucial to remember that safeguarding your vision should be a top priority. A solar eclipse is a captivating phenomenon where the moon partially or fully (totality) covers the sun. Viewing a solar eclipse without proper …
Read MoreAge-Related Macular Degeneration Rates on the Rise
February is AMD Awareness Month, and although we take the care of your eyes and retina seriously all year long, now is a good time to take an in depth look at Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). AMD is a common retinal condition that our board-certified retina specialists treat frequently at …
Read More