Baltimore Eye Surgery Blog
Can You Lower Your Risk of AMD?
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on May 13, 2021
In our February blog post devoted to raising awareness of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the doctors of Elman Retina Group noted that AMD is the leading cause of vision loss in older adults. After learning about AMD, you may be wondering whether the disease is preventable. This is a difficult question to answer. As the…Read More→
What Is Retinitis Pigmentosa?
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on April 13, 2021
Retinitis pigmentosa is a relatively rare inherited disease affecting the retina, or the layer of light-sensitive tissue lining the back wall of your eye. The average ophthalmologist may only occasionally encounter patients with inherited retinal diseases; therefore, they may not be the best fit to properly manage retinitis pigmentosa. The doctors of Elman Retina Group…Read More→
Understanding Inherited Retinal Diseases
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on March 14, 2021
Just as our parents pass down physical traits like eye color, height and certain facial expressions, in rare cases they may also pass down diseases that threaten visual clarity and quality. Often, patients with inherited retinal diseases are quite symptomatic with poor vision, but sometimes the disease progresses in the retina in asymptomatic patients. These…Read More→
Macular Degeneration Awareness Month: What to Know
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on February 12, 2021
Elman Retina Group and other members of the retinal community recognize February as Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. Our practice feels a responsibility to educate you about this sight-stealing disease and help you understand how prevalent it is. Read on as our team shines a spotlight on age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Protecting Your Eyesight When Taking Plaquenil
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on January 13, 2021
Originally developed to fight malaria, Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine sulfate) is now used to treat inflammatory and autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and Sjogren’s syndrome. Although the drug has helped a tremendous number of people by lowering the immune system’s ability to cause inflammation, it is known to have some rare but serious systemic health…Read More→
The Basic Anatomy of the Retina
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on December 14, 2020
The retina plays an essential role in enabling vision. Light rays entering the eye are focused on the retina, which is a thin layer of tissue lining the inside of the eye like wallpaper. The retina senses the light and converts it to electrical impulses that are sent through the optic nerve to the brain….Read More→
Common Tests for Retinal Conditions
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on November 14, 2020
At Elman Retina Group, our retinal experts use state-of-the-art, non-invasive diagnostic testing to confirm or rule out problems affecting your retina. The information we gather during diagnostic testing can also help guide us as we manage pre-existing conditions impacting your retina and macula. Take a moment to learn about three common tests we use to…Read More→
Tips for Maintaining a Face-Down Position After Retinal Surgery
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on October 15, 2020
Maintaining a face-down position after retinal surgery is crucial to your eye’s healing progress and your ultimate visual outcome. The retinal specialists at Elman Retina Group understand how big of an adjustment it is to remain face down while you sit, stand, sleep and go about your daily activities. But don’t worry — we have…Read More→
Understanding the Stages of Diabetic Retinopathy
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on September 15, 2020
Elevated blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol levels and increased body weight are associated with uncontrolled diabetes and can damage the delicate blood vessels of the retina, causing a disease called diabetic retinopathy. In the early stages of diabetic retinopathy, vision loss may be prevented or limited; but as the condition advances, it becomes more…Read More→
What You Need to Know About Drusen
Submitted by Elman Retina Group on August 16, 2020
Clear communication with patients is one of an eye doctor’s most important responsibilities. If you do not understand the medical jargon used during an eye exam, you are less likely to take the necessary steps to manage your ocular health. Hearing words like “drusen” mentioned during an exam and not understanding what it means can…Read More→
