Rheumatoid arthritis is often associated with joint stiffness, but it can cause inflammation in other parts of your body. When rheumatoid arthritis affects your eyes, the inflammatory reaction that occurs can leave you susceptible to developing two serious eye conditions. Here’s what you need to know about these two conditions:
Sjogren’s Syndrome
This condition occurs when the lacrimal glands, which are responsible for making tears, become inflamed. The inflammation prevents the correct level of moisture reaching your cornea, causing your eyes to dry out.…
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If you think there’s an age limit for wearing contact lenses then you’re probably still clinging to myth and bad experiences. Contact lenses have significantly improved over the years and are evolving all the time in terms of creating more comfortable and affordable lens types. If you’re still sticking to one of the following excuses, best kick them to the curb now and give contact lenses a chance.
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Cataracts occur when protein builds up in the lens of your eye, resulting in the lens becoming cloudy. A cloudy lens prevents light from reaching your retina. The condition can affect one or both eyes and causes deterioration of your sight, which can lead to complete vision loss if left untreated. Here’s what you need to know about cataracts:
Causes
There’s not always an identifiable cause for cataracts, but common causes include:…
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