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Comprehensive Eye Exam: Healthbeat Brooklyn

If you only get your eyes checked by an optometrist when you need a new Rx for eyeglasses -- it’s just not enough! Every year, an ... tags: Art brooklyn cataracts college comprehensive_eye_exam diabetes_management douglass_lazzaro Healthbeat Brooklyn (original story)

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links recommended by a member regarding IOP and glaucoma

Dear all, Log in to read more... The full text is available to registered users only. Registration is free. You must register because we have content that cannot be viewed unless you agree to the medical advice disclaimer. read more (original story)

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High IOP and pain levels

I am not able to monitor my own IOP but wondered what levels of pain are experienced by people who do. For instance at what level would you first notice physical signs that your pressure was raised and what are the first signs? At what level would you experience mild, moderate or severe pain? I have... (original story)

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January 2012, Wellness News Highlights

January 2012. Current News, Events and Resources in Nutrition, Food, Health, Recalls/Safety, Disability Rights and Environment. Encourages ... tags: Birth Defects Blood Donor Cervical Cancer Dietitian Dried Plums Fad Diets Family Fit Favorites of recipeart (original story)

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Metallic reflection

Two people I know have had eye surgery recently (within the last few years). When I look in their eyes, I can see a metallic reflection from the pupil. What kind of surgery caused that? Does it have anything to do with glaucoma? Did the surgeon leave something metal in their eye and is it permanent?... (original story)

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Serene Impulse

 I am new here - so it may have been answered elsewhere- still have a lot of reading to do. I am trying to to get to know more about the  Serene Impulse meditation but have not had any success contacting the web site and Facebook page - no responses to date. Would like to know where I... (original story)

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Does snoring increase IOP ?

I wonder if snoring can increase IOP?. Snoring is known to be associated with an increase in cortisol levels ( which correlates to IOP)- as well as an increased risk of diabetes, stroke and hypertension. Also; according to articles I've read here, it seems that IOP may be centrally set ( by the brai... (original story)

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fallen tear ducts

I recently had a virus and ran a fever for a month. Now my tear ducts have fallen beside my eyes. I'm wondering if anyone knows any exercises or remedies to tighten the muscles back up and draw them back above my eyes. My eyes are now dry and achey. Log in to read more... The full text is available ... (original story)

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Acupunture as a treatment for glaucoma

 I have NTG and have been using Xalatan eye drops for one year.  The drops have not helped as much as my ophthalmologist and I would like, so he added Bromonidine for one eye one month ago.   In addition to the conventional treatment, I started going to a licensed acupuncturist about ... (original story)

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Asking for steps to acquire a tomometer

 I need specific instructions on how to get a tonometer for home use. Perhaps those of you who have gone through the process can help me. Question 1. I understand that I need a prescription from my eye doctor. On the prescription, does the model name of tonometer (such as AT555 or 7CR) need to ... (original story)

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