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Living With Age-Related Macular Degeneration
by Berkeley Eye Center | February 18, 2019 | Eye Conditions, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a degenerative disease of the retina that can cause visual distortion, blind spots or complete loss of central vision. It's a leading cause of vision loss for people over age 55. Daily Activities Can Be a Challenge with AMD AMD causes vision loss but not necessarily total blindness. Most patients retain their peripheral vision. Daily...

Learn About Low Vision
by Berkeley Eye Center | February 11, 2019 | Eye Conditions, Ophthalmologist, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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Low vision is a problem that affects thousands of Americans. This is why the National Eye Institute marks every February as Low Vision Awareness Month. If it's been a while since you had a comprehensive eye exam, Berkeley Eye Center encourages you to make an appointment to see your eye doctor as soon as possible, as a comprehensive eye exam...

Living With Glaucoma
by Berkeley Eye Center | January 7, 2019 | Eye Conditions, Eye Exam, Ophthalmologist, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Nearly 3 million people in the U.S. suffer from glaucoma, an eye disease that causes damage to the optic nerve, resulting in loss of vision. While there is no cure for glaucoma, an early diagnosis, proper medical treatment, and a healthy lifestyle can slow the disease's progress. Glaucoma is a life-changing disease. But it doesn't...

Let’s Raise Awareness to Prevent Diabetic Eye Disease
by Berkeley Eye Center | November 4, 2018 | Eye Conditions | 0 Comments

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Diabetic eye disease is the leading cause of blindness among adults between the ages of 20 and 74. According to the National Eye Institute, nearly 7.7 million people age 40 or older have diabetic eye disease; this number is expected to reach 11 million by 2030. Since November is National Diabetes Month, Berkeley Eye Center of Houston wants to share...

Corneal Deformity? Severe Dry Eye? Not a Candidate for Lasik? BEC May Have a Solution for You!
by Berkeley Eye Center | November 3, 2018 | Contact Lenses, Eye Conditions | 0 Comments

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The doctors of Berkeley Eye Center are proud to provide an option for patients who are unable to achieve best corrected vision with conventional glasses and contacts. Patients with a corneal deformity such as keratoconus, previous RK surgery or irregular astigmatism may benefit from scleral contact lenses. Scleral lenses also provide treatment for patients with severe dry eye and patients...

Helpful College Student Eye Care Tips
by crm-admin | August 22, 2018 | Eye Conditions, Eye Exam, Eye Glasses, Eye Safety, General Eye Care | 0 Comments

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Fall semester is underway for colleges in the Houston area. Between classes, studying, friends, work and football games, we know your days are full, but it’s still important to remember to take care of your eyes and look after your eye health. The following easy college student eye care tips can help you keep your eye health in check for...

Common Eye Disorders in Houston
by Berkeley Eye Center | July 18, 2018 | Eye Conditions, Eye Exam, General Eye Care, Presbyopia | 0 Comments

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Have you been noticing any changes in your vision? If you have, now would be a great time to schedule an eye exam with the Houston eye doctors at Berkeley Eye Center. A comprehensive eye exam will allow our highly trained ophthalmologists and optometrists to diagnose and treat any vision problems you may be experiencing. The good news is many...

Take Care of Your Eyes During Spring Allergy Season
by crm-admin | March 5, 2018 | Dry Eyes, Eye Conditions, Eye Exam, Ophthalmologist, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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Spring is upon us. Many people look forward to the end of winter and the return of warm, sunny days, leaves on the trees and flowers blooming. For allergy sufferers, though, spring can be the most dreaded time of year. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, the Houston optometrists at Berkeley Eye Center have some advice on eye care for...

February is Low Vision Awareness Month
by Berkeley Eye Center | February 6, 2018 | Eye Conditions, Eye Exam, Ophthalmologist, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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The National Eye Institute has designated February as Low Vision Awareness Month. The Houston eye doctors at the Berkeley Eye Center want to do our part by educating our patients and their families about the problems associated with low vision and the treatment options for those who may have low vision. What Is Low Vision? What do we mean when...

Can Your Pet Be the Source of Your Eye Allergies?
by Berkeley Eye Center | February 1, 2018 | Eye Conditions, General Eye Care, Ophthalmologist, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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The Houston eye doctors at the Berkeley Eye Center regularly see cases of allergy-related eye irritation. In many instances, our patients are surprised to learn that the source of the allergy is their family pet. What Causes Eye Allergies? Along with runny noses, sinus congestion, coughing and sneezing, eye irritation is one of the common discomforts associated with an allergic...