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What Causes Low Vision?
While commonly associated with seniors over the age of 60, low vision can also affect children and adults of all ages. Certain birth defects or medical conditions – regardless of age – can cause low vision and negatively impact one’s quality of life. can help patients from all over with the following low vision conditions to engage in the activities they enjoy, such as reading, writing, watching films, and driving, among others.
Choroideremia is a rare genetic condition that causes the gradual loss of peripheral and central vision. Fortunately, a low vision optometrist can help patients with choroideremia to live full, independent lives.
If you've been diagnosed with Best Disease, a genetic disorder affecting central vision, there are many ways to help you remain independent and keep doing the things you enjoy.
If you or your child has Fuchs Corneal Dystrophy, it may cause vision loss. We can help optimize your remaining vision for a high quality of life.
Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS), also known as "visual hallucinations", is a common condition in those low vision. Fortunately, these hallucinations are unrelated to psychiatric hallucinations and are strictly caused by vision impairment.
This eye disease affects the macula of the eye, which in healthy eyes, acts as a passageway as light passes through it on the way to the brain.
If you or your child has Achromatopsia, it may cause low vision. We can give you or your child the tools to strengthen their visual acuity and reduce symptoms.
Retinitis pigmentosa is a genetic eye disease that causes cells in the retina to break down, reducing the patient’s ability to see clearly. Fortunately, there is hope for RP patients to regain independence with the help of a low-vision optometrist.
Everything you need to know about cataracts, how it causes vision loss, and how we can enhance your remaining vision for a high quality of life.
Everything you need to know about Stargardt Disease, how it causes vision loss, and how we can enhance your child’s remaining vision for a high quality of life.
If you have a Macular Hole, it may cause a gradual loss of central vision. We can help maximize your remaining vision for a high quality of life.
Stroke-Hemianopsia occurs when the brain is damaged due to a stroke, brain injury, or tumor, vision is often affected. Stroke often causes Hemianopsia, which is decreased or total visual field loss in half of your field of vision.
Macular Degeneration is the most common cause of vision loss today, and it is mostly age-related. A low vision optometrist will provide you with tools and devices that help you optimize your vision and carry out many more tasks than you thought possible.
Glaucoma is a group of progressive eye diseases affecting millions of people worldwide. Learn about what causes this disease, how it is treated, new research and medical technologies, and preventative care.
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If you have any questions or concerns, speak with our staff at Low Vision Provider and schedule a consultation. Let us help enhance your central vision and help you find the best way to enjoy a higher quality of life.