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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the world. Although the etiology and pathogenesis of AMD remain largely unclear, a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors is thought to exist. AMD pathology is characterized by degeneration involving the retinal photoreceptors, retinal pigment epithelium, and Bruch’s membrane, as well as, in some cases, alterations in choroidal capillaries. Recent research on the genetic and molecular underpinnings of AMD brings to light several basic molecular pathways and pathophysiological processes that might mediate AMD risk, progression, and/or response to therapy.

Open-Angle Glaucoma and the Risk of Stroke Development:  A 5-Year Population-Based Follow-Up Study

Background and Purpose—Although open-angle glaucoma (OAG) is associated with some of the risk factors of stroke development, there is still no published study addressing whether Open-Angle Glaucoma increases the risk of stroke development. We investigated the risk of stroke development after a diagnosis of Open-Angle Glaucoma and our results are reported in this article.

Ischemic optic neuropathy is one of the major causes of blindness or seriously impaired vision, yet there is disagreement as to its pathogenesis, clinical features and especially its management. This is because ischemic optic neuropathy is not one disease but a spectrum of several different types, each with its own etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features and management. They cannot be lumped together. Ischemic optic neuropathy is primarily of two types: anterior (AION) and posterior (PION), involving the optic nerve head (ONH) and the rest of the optic nerve respectively. Furthermore, both AION and PION have different subtypes.

Cut your glaucoma risk by 60 percent by eating one serving a month of kale and collard greens or two or more servings a week of carrots.

http://www.ivanhoe.com/channels/p_channelstory.cfm?storyid=21287

Wearing swimming goggles can elevate intraocular pressure.

AIM: To examine the acute effects of wearing swimming goggles upon intraocular pressure (IOP).

Question: Does reading a computer monitor for an hour and feeling eye strain raise your IOP?

My Answer: The question of computer use and intraocular pressure is a common topic. Many people report that using the computer (even for several hours) for relaxing activities does not raise intraocular pressure. I have found this to be true for myself as well.

However, when a feeling of eye strain or psychological stress is involved, it is a different issue in my opinion.

Thousands of unconscious eye movements stop us from going blind

Humans make thousands of unconscious flickering eye movements to stop them from going blind, a study has shown.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/4602894/Thousands-of-uncons...

The imperceptible jumps and jiggles known as "microsaccades" mean that a really steady stare is impossible.

Even when trying to fix a gaze on a stationary target, the eyes are always moving.

 This information was released on PR Wire. I hesitate to give the company free publicity for a product they are selling, but in this case I think it is worthwhile for FitEyes.com readers to know about this.

VisionRx GlaucomaCheck^TM Is the First Patented, Clinical-Grade Online Glaucoma Visual Field Test

This information was released on PR Wire. I hesitate to give the company free publicity for a product they are selling, but in this case I think it is worthwhile for FitEyes.com readers to know about this.

VisionRx GlaucomaCheck^TM Is the First Patented, Clinical-Grade Online Glaucoma Visual Field Test

Now that you know what they are offering, let me tell you the limitations before you read the whole press release.

 I urge you to watch this 10 minute video on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLziFMF4DHA

If you are interested in vision, watch this. It is worth a few minutes of your time. Watch the video.

 "Ayurvedic medicines sold via Internet may contain lead, mercury or

>arsenic"
>http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2008-08/jaaj-ams082108.php

I experimented with a new recipe today. This is a healthy recipe with many of my favorite healing foods for the eyes.

Topping (all organic):

Just wondering what foods are bad for your eyes?  Everybody says carrots are good for your eyes.

I hope watermelon is good for your eyes cause I just ate a lot....

A friend of mine with glaucoma told me he was using an omega-3 fish oil product that contains the following ingredients: