Download or read book Eye Care Sourcebook 6th Ed written by James Chambers and published by Infobase Holdings, Inc. This book was released on 2020-04-01 with total page 626 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Consumer health information about the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and disorders and the prevention of eye injuries, along with tips for coping with low vision.
Download or read book Eye Care Sourcebook written by Sandra J. Judd and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides basic consumer health information about the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and disorders and the prevention of eye injuries, along with tips for coping with low vision. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.
Download or read book The Eye Care Sourcebook written by Jay B. Lavine and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2001 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an overview of LASIK and other forms of vision correction, as well as in-depth descriptions of most major eye problems, including poor vision among elderly people, macular degeneration, cataracts, itchy and burning eyes, and more.
Download or read book Eye Care Sourcebook written by Amy L. Sutton and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With glasses, contact lenses, and laser surgery. It provides information about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of eye diseases and conditions, such as glaucoma, cataract, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Information about current research and clinical trials, a glossary, and resources for additional help and information are also included.
Download or read book Eye Care Sourcebook written by Kevin Hayes (Editor of health information) and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eye Care Sourcebook, Sixth Edition provides information about common vision and eye-related problems and how they are diagnosed and treated.
Download or read book Eye Care Sourcebook Seventh Edition written by James Chambers and published by . This book was released on 2024-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 12 million people aged 40 years and over in the United States have vision impairment, including 1 million who are blind, 3 million who have vision impairment after correction, and 8 million who have vision impairment due to uncorrected refractive error. The most common causes of vision loss among adults in order of prevalence are cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. Often these impairments can develop gradually and not many are aware of the warning signs of serious eye disorders. The effects of many of these disorders could be lessened or eliminated entirely with regular comprehensive eye exams and early detection which can help diagnose emerging vision problems before vision loss is noticeable. Eye Care Sourcebook, Seventh Edition explains how the eyes work and offers suggestions for maintaining healthy eyes. It also discusses disorders affecting vision and eye problems. It also provides an overview of refractive errors and common disorders affecting the eyes refractive ability to move and align, including amblyopia, nystagmus, and strabismus. Signs and symptoms of these disorders are explained, along with diagnosis and treatment procedures. It also covers congenital and hereditary disorders, infectious diseases that affect vision, and other disorders with eye-related complications. The book concludes with a summary of tips for living with vision impairment, a glossary of terms related to eye disorders, and a directory of organizations for additional help and information. Part 1: Eye Basics and Care explains how the eyes work and provides suggestions for maintaining healthy eyes. It discusses facts about vision disorders, the burden of vision loss and specific vision concerns in different populations. Part 2: Understanding and Treating Refractive, Movement, and Alignment Disorders provides an overview of refractive errors and common disorders affecting the eyes refractive ability, ability to move, and alignment. It covers conditions such as amblyopia, nystagmus, and strabismus. It also includes details about various types of eyeglasses and contact lenses, explaining how to properly fit and care for them. It concludes with a discussion of the most common types of eye surgeries. Part 3: Understanding and Treating Disorders of the Cornea, Conjunctiva, Sclera, Lens, Iris, and Pupil discusses various conditions that affect cornea, corneal injury, keratitis, corneal dystrophies, cataracts, and disorders of conjunctiva, sclera, and pupil such as conjunctivitis, dry eye, episcleritis, leukocoria, pinguecula, and Peters anomaly. It also gives information about corneal transplant. Part 4: Understanding and Treating Disorders of the Macula, Optic Nerve, Retina, Vitreous, and Uvea provides information about various disorders such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, optic nerve, retina, vitreous, and uvea. It details the signs and symptoms of these disorders and explains how they are diagnosed and treated. Part 5: Eye Injuries and Surrounding Structures Disorders discusses how to recognize and treat various conditions, including eye injuries, traumatic brain injury (TBI) and vision loss, foreign objects in the eye, and blowout fractures. It includes a description of recommended forms of workplace and sports eye injury protection. It also discusses the most common disorders of the eyelids and tear ducts and also gives an insight into digital eye strain. Part 6: Congenital and Vision-Affecting Disorders describes the most common hereditary and other congenital disorders affecting the vision, including color blindness. It also provides information about how stroke and diabetes can affect the eyes, and infectious diseases that affect vision. Fungal infections that affect the eyesight and other eye-related complications such as Behçet disease, Graves ophthalmopathy, and multiple sclerosis (MS) are also discussed. Part 7: Vision Impairment Rehabilitation defines the terms "low vision" and "legal blindness," and discusses ways to improve the quality of life (QoL) through vision rehabilitation. It provides details about mobility aids and new technologies that assist people with vision impairment. It also covers Social Security benefits available for individuals with vision disorders, including macular degeneration while driving. Part 8: Additional Help and Information includes a glossary of terms related to eyes and eye disorders and a directory of organizations for further help and support.
Download or read book The Diabetes Eye Care Sourcebook written by Donald S. Fong and published by McGraw-Hill/Contemporary. This book was released on 1998 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how diabetics can minimize and prevent eye damage that can be caused by their disease and includes advice for coping with low vision, information on the available treatments, resources for agencies, services, and assistance programs, and description of common surgeries.
Download or read book Eye Care Sourcebook written by Sandra J. Judd and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides basic consumer health information about the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and disorders and the prevention of eye injuries, along with tips for coping with low vision. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.
Download or read book Nelson Eyecare Guide written by D. Burkett Nelson and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Nelson Eyecare Guide written by D. Burkett Nelson and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Eye Care Sourcebook written by Jay B. Lavine and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2001 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an overview of LASIK and other forms of vision correction, as well as in-depth descriptions of most major eye problems, including poor vision among elderly people, macular degeneration, cataracts, itchy and burning eyes, and more.
Download or read book Family E Eye Care Guide written by Ralf W. Lorenz and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Eye Care Sourcebook written by Keith (EDT) Jones and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This print and online resource provides consumer health information on the function and structures of the eye, and it describes the prevalence of vision impairment and blindness in the United States.
Download or read book Disability and Health Sourcebook Fifth Edition written by James Chambers and published by Infobase Holdings, Inc. This book was released on 2022-06-01 with total page 543 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers basic consumer health information about physical, sensory, cognitive, and learning disabilities, along with facts about assistive devices, technologies, and related services to promote independence, and guidance for families on education and employment options, legal, and financial concerns.
Download or read book Eye Care Sourcebook written by and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 638 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Provides basic consumer health information about the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and disorders and the prevention of eye injuries, along with tips for coping with low vision. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--
Download or read book The Eye Care Revolution written by Robert Abel and published by Kensington Books. This book was released on 2014-04-29 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An opthalmologist’s guide to everything from lutein to Lasik: “Valuable tips, unique insights. . .Dr. Abel is a healer for the 21st century.”—from the Foreword by Mehmet Oz, M.D. Is it true that Alzheimer's can be predicted through the eye?Sleep apnea can cause blindness?Computers and texting are creating an epidemic of nearsightedness?Retina chips and stem cell therapy offer promise for macular degeneration patients?Your prescription drugs can give you cataracts. . .or glaucoma? Alternative therapies have created new vistas for hope in eye care. In this breakthrough guide—newly revised and updated--ophthalmologist Dr. Robert Abel brings you amazing nutritional, herbal, homeopathic, and Asian therapies, along with conventional methods, to prevent and even reverse most vision disorders. Discover: New devices that allow the blind to "see" through their tongues What you need to know about your children's eyes How to administer eye drops with your eyes closed Antioxidant must-haves for your eyes A safe, herbal treatment for glaucoma Surprising ways vitamins can protect and heal your eyes Easy steps to end eyestrain New developments in LASIK surgery Why lutein may be even more important for vision than beta-carotene How to improve lazy eyes through acupuncture and vision therapy Covering everything from high-tech laser treatments to centuries-old Asian remedies, Dr. Abel's authoritative, reliable information will help you and your doctor become full partners in saving your eyes and your overall good health. "If you have an eye condition, ask your ophthalmologist how he will treat you. Then pick up Dr. Abel's book and note how many more answers he gives. I can vouch for the fact that the options he offers, being natural and nutritional, are far better."—Robert C. Atkins, M.D.
Download or read book The Big Book of Family Eye Care written by Joseph Di Girolamo and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Outlines measures we can take to help enhance and protect our eyes in order to preserve function throughout life.
