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The four common most types of eye strokes are: Retinal occlusion and ischemic optic neuropathy can sometimes co-occur. The termarteriticdescribes reduced blood flow that occurs with inflammation, whilenon-arteriticdescribes reduced blood flow without inflammation. Eye Stroke Symptoms Eye stroke usually occurs with little-to-no warning of the impending vision loss. Jim Craigmyle / Getty Images There is rarely any pain. There may also be aloss of peripheral visionor visual contrast, as well as light sensitivity....

Rather, eyeglass lens types offer different cosmetic and lifestyle benefits to the wearer. For example, some offer protection from the glare of computer screens. Others thin out lenses that would otherwise be thick and stick out of a frame. Westend61 / Getty Images This article reviews the different lens material options for glasses. Abbe Value Theabbe valueis the number of chromatic aberrations in a lens. The higher this number is, the better the quality of vision through the lens will be....

Eyelid surgery, also called blepharoplasty, helps sculpt or lift the tissues around the eyes. Others are recommended for the procedure because skin around the eyes is impairing vision. ivandan / Getty Images What Is Eyelid Surgery? ivandan / Getty Images The operation begins with the surgeon making an incision. With the upper eyelid, the incision is usually made around the natural crease of the eyelid. This allows the surgeon to remove or reposition excess fat, readjust muscles, and remove excess skin....

Different types of procedures are used to correct different problems or deliver different results. Facelifts are a very common cosmetic surgery. Choosing the Right Facelift Facelift surgery is individualized to a person’s needs. Plastic Surgery Arts of New Jersey In some cases, newer, non-surgical techniques can be used in tandem with surgical ones. What Happens During a Facelift? During a facelift procedure, you will receive anesthesia. Plastic Surgery Arts of New Jersey...

Facet hypertrophy is achroniccondition that progresses with age. gilaxia / Getty Images What Is Facet Hypertrophy? The facet joints are located on the symmetrical wing-shaped structure on the back of each vertebra called aspinous process. gilaxia / Getty Images There are two facet joints for every vertebra, one stacked atop the next. Each opposing joint is covered withcartilagethat reduces friction between the bones. What Causes Facet Joints to Enlarge? Facet joints can become abnormally enlarged for any number of reasons....

While there are many causes for these conditions, menopause is one of the most common. In response, the body will drop its temperature quickly, narrowing the vessels and allowing heat to escape. This is why women will often sweat first and then shiver during the hot flash. yacobchuk / Getty Images Menopause directly causes these symptoms by altering the hormonal equilibrium of the body. During menopause, the ovaries will begin to stop functioning, causing estrogen levels to drop....

WithParkinson’s disease, facial masking is typically brought on by a progressive loss of motor control. The inability to recognize sadness, fear, and other emotions creates a barrier in relationships. Treatment Facial expression matters. supersizer / Getty Images They include levodopa (L-dopa), a drug often used to replace dopamine. Researchers have demonstrated a link between facial masking symptoms and low dopamine responses. Summary Facial masking is a common symptom of Parkinson’s disease....

The facial nerve can be damaged due to trauma, inflammation, infections, or disease. The left and right cranial nerve 7 are symmetric in structure and function. Function Cranial nerve 7 has several functions. pixelfit / Getty Images The most prominent function is movement of the face. Some of these movements are voluntary (on purpose) and some are involuntary (not on purpose). This causes paralysis (weakness) of some facial movements. Bells palsyis the most common condition that affects cranial nerve 7....

The facial nerve and its branches regulate a number of functions of the mouth and face. Most of its divisions stimulate muscles that allow eyelids to open and close, as well as facial movements. The facial nerve is the seventh of the12 cranial nerves. Cecilie_Arcurs / Getty Images Bells palsyis the most common medical problem involving theseventh cranial nerve. Anatomy The facial nerve has a complex anatomy. Each of the motor nerve branches signals a different set of muscles to move....

Facial pain can cause aching, pressure, burning, shooting, or electrical sensations. Because there are many structures in and around the face, there are many different causes of facial pain. This article will review various facial pain causes, treatment options, and when to see a healthcare provider. Nes / Getty Images Facial pain can result from a variety of different conditions that affect any of these structures. Sinus Infection The sinuses are empty cavities within the nose and middle of the face....

Leiomyosarcoma tumors usually spread to other tissues and distant organs. They can be unpredictablegrowing and spreading very quickly, making them deadly. In the early stages, leiomyosarcoma is even curable. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images This article will cover leiomyosarcoma’s prognosis, why leiomyosarcoma is life-threatening, and what symptoms to watch for. It will cover treatment options and stages of leiomyosarcoma. Their functions include moving blood, helping the gut pass food, and birthing a baby....

A part of your retina called the macula deteriorates with macular degeneration. This means you might clearly see at 20 feet what someone with perfect vision could see at 200 feet. How Is AMD Different Than Other Age-Related Vision Changes? Martinns / Getty Images However, it’s uncommon for macular degeneration to develop without symptoms in the early stages. Some forms of macular degeneration can appear at an earlier age. Juvenile macular degeneration, or Stargardt disease, usually occurs between ages 6 and 12....

Flomax (tamsulosin hydrochloride) is a drug used totreat an enlarged prostateand chronic prostate inflammation. Flomax was granted approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1997. After drug company Boehringer Ingelheims patent expired, a market opened up for the numerous low-cost generics now available. Science Photo Library/Getty Images How Does Flomax Work? Flomax Dosage Flomax is available in a 0.4-milligram (mg) capsule. It is taken daily approximately 30 minutesafter ameal, ideally at the same time every day....