Blurry vision and dizziness are two very common complaints. Dizziness refers to unpleasant sensations that interfere with steadiness and balance, which can result from standing up too quickly, diet problems or infections. Blurry vision refers to a...
Working out can cause some of your senses to numb as the intensity of exercise saps your mind's focus. But the development of blurry vision may be a concern all of its own. Although this might result from a normal eye condition, blurry vision...
Caffeine pills aim to provide energy and improve alertness. These pills contain high doses of caffeine, and the stimulant might cause heart palpitations and tremors in your hands. You might feel anxious, urinate frequently or have an upset...
Believe it or not, nutritious and healthy foods are beneficial to even the smallest areas of your body, including the tear film layer of your eyes. When this tear film layer functions inadequately, dry eye syndrome occurs, according to the 2007...
A sudden onset of blurry vision is a symptom that something is going wrong inside your body. When you are on a severely restricted diet, such as a low-calorie diet, blurry vision may be a sign of hypoglycemia. If you experience hypoglycemia, take...
Astigmatism is a defect in the cornea (substance covering the eye) that can lead to blurry vision.
Blurry vision may occur suddenly or may result from a gradual decline in vision. Any kind of vision change require evaluation from an eye doctor. The doctor will examine the eyes, dilating both pupils to allow a clear view into the back of the...
Doctors use laser surgery to treat and correct many eye conditions. As with any type of surgery, laser procedures on the eye may have side effects. Many of these problems gradually disappear as the eye heals. However, knowing the possible...
A degenerative eye disease is a collective term for a disease that affects the various parts of the eye, including the retina, cornea, iris and macula. The common prognosis is a progressive loss of central vision. The diseases of the eye can be...
Potassium plays important roles in your body, including in the function of your heart and other muscles. If you have a low potassium level, a condition known as hypokalemia, you have an increased risk for serious health conditions, such as...
Seeing spots or flashes of light or experiencing blurry vision in general are all common complaints after physical activity. In fact, many refer to these spots and colors as "seeing stars." Such vision issues are caused by a variety of factors...
Eye disease often causes blurry vision. However, problems with eye sight may also occur from the shape of the eye and how light reflects onto the back of the eye. In most cases, doctors easily correct these conditions with eye glasses or contact...
The eye is a vital structure in the body that allows people to see the world around them. The nerves in the eye can sometimes become damaged, or specific parts of the eye can become inflamed. This can lead to blurry vision, double vision, eye pain...
Blurred vision may stem from a number of eye conditions. You may have changes that come and go, relieved with a few quick blinks. Other causes of blurry vision may not have such an easy resolution. You may need a change in an eyeglass...
Once considered a rare disease, the number of people battling diabetes is growing. According to the American Diabetes Association, 23.6 million people were living with diabetes in 2007 and another 1.6 million people aged 20 and older are diagnosed...
Restasis (cyclosporine opthalmic) is a medication used to manage chronic dry eyes. It belongs to the category of medicines known as immunomodulators, and it reduces eye swelling, subsequently promoting increased lacrimation (tearing of your eyes)....
Physicians prescribe many types of drugs to help regulate blood pressure, including the beta-blocker generically named metoprolol. Lopressor is one of the brand names this medication is sold under in the United States. This beta blocker directly...
Diabetes is a disease in which the level of glucose, a type of sugar, in the blood is too high. Over time, high levels of blood glucose can cause serious damage to organs such as the eyes, kidneys and heart by damaging the blood vessels that...
To control diabetes type I and type II, medication is required along with dietary controls. People with type I diabetes require insulin injections while people with type II diabetes require medications, usually in pill form, that may eventually...
Double vision, also known as diplopia, is a symptom that can lead to blurry vision. Sometimes, double vision can stem from certain underlying medical conditions. These conditions typically aren't potentially life-threatening. Fortunately, the...
If you have raised glucose levels, you are at risk for developing pre-diabetes or diabetes. High blood glucose occurs when the cells no longer respond well to the insulin in foods and the glucose starts to build up in the bloodstream. Speak to...
Vitamin D is a nutrient that helps your body absorb calcium and other nutrients that aid in bone growth and strength. You need vitamin D for cell growth and a properly functioning immune system. If you do not have enough vitamin D, you have an...
Generalized anxiety disorder refers to a psychiatric condition in which people develop such symptoms as constant worrying, fatigue, restlessness, trouble sleeping, sweating, diarrhea and nausea. In some instances, people can develop shortness of...
Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease associated with such symptoms as rectal bleeding, rectal pain, bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps. Sometimes, unintentional weight loss is another symptom of ulcerative colitis. Risk...
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is a form of anxiety. The obsessions, categorized by the Mayo Clinic as "unreasonable thoughts and fears," lead the OCD sufferer to compulsively repeat behavior. Trying to repress the obsessions may make the condition...
Diabetes refers to a medical problem in which the blood sugar levels are constantly fluctuating. One moment, it may be high and the next, it may be low. MedlinePlus says that symptoms of diabetes include blurry vision, fatigue, nausea, vomiting...
Contact lenses are an option for people who need a prescription for better vision but do not want to rely on eyeglasses every day. However, contact lenses require more than the prescription for correcting vision. The eye doctor must also measure...
Lasik eye surgery corrects astigmatism, nearsightedness and farsightedness by reshaping the clear cornea at the front of the eye. The procedure involves cutting a flap of surface corneal tissue, applying a laser to the exposed cornea and replacing...
Nasal sprays are used to clear congestion for people with colds, the flu or allergies. They spray a fine mist of medicine into the sinus cavity, where active ingredients help to break up the congestion. Along with medicated nasal sprays, there...
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