The following is a list of common eye conditions. For information about cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy please see Eye Diseases.
Eye Conditions
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Commonly called “lazy eye,” amblyopia can be treated successfully if detected early enough in childhood.
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Often mistakenly called “stigmatism,” this common vision problem can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery.
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Are you bothered by red, itchy eyes? You may have allergies.
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“Floaters” are usually normal and harmless. But if you notice a sudden increase in floaters or floaters accompanied by flashes of light, see your eye doctor immediately.
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Also called farsightedness, hyperopia is a common vision problem that can cause headaches, eyestrain and trouble reading.
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This eye disease causes the cornea to grow thinner and bulge forward in an irregular cone-shape. Treatment options range from gas permeable contact lenses to a cornea transplant.
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Also called nearsightedness, myopia is a very common vision problem, affecting up to one-third of the U.S. population.
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If you have light sensitive eyes, you might be experiencing photophobia.
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This acute and contagious form of conjunctivitis is particularly common among preschoolers and school-age children.
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A detached retina is a medical emergency. Learn the warning signs of a retinal detachment and what you can do to avoid permanent vision loss.