You know to expect many changes to your body during pregnancy, but you may be surprised when those changes also affect your vision. There’s usually no need to worry since these changes are a natural part of pregnancy and usually disappear after delivery. Following are some of the vision and eye issues you may encounter, along with some strategies for coping with them.
Vision Problems
If you feel as though your vision is growing weaker or worse, you may be right.…
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If you are a smoker, spend a lot of time outdoors, or have certain medical conditions, you might be at risk for an eye condition called macular degeneration. This condition can cause vision loss and blindness at any age, though it is often related to getting older. With macular degeneration, a part of the retina called the macula is starting to weaken. This is what causes the vision loss. It helps to know if you are at a higher risk for the condition so you can work closely with your optometrist to find an appropriate treatment.…
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Many household cleaners are incredibly destructive if you get them in your eye. You may not worry about cleaners that you use frequently, but commonly used products such as toilet bowl cleaner, bleach, or drain cleaner have the potential to seriously injure or even blind you. Here’s what you need to know about chemical eye injuries.
Why do cleaners hurt your eyes?
Cleaning products are made of either acids or alkali, and both of these substances are corrosive.…
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