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The Skinny on Peculiar Skin
A 67-year-old black female reported to the office with a chief complaint of blurry vision at near, as well as facial skin lesions. She asked if there was any medication that could improve her skin cosmesis. Her systemic history was remarkable for hypetension, diabetes and dyslipidemia, which was well controlled medically with lisinopril, metformin and a statin, respectively.
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A Stroke of Bad Luck
Sudden-onset, unilateral, painless vision loss is certainly a cause for patient and doctor concern as it may indicate acute retinal ischemia (ARI). Transient monocular vision loss (TMVL) is the most common symptom of ARI with an incidence of approximately 14 per 100,000. Ophthalmic exams on TMVL patients usually lack significant findings and sequelae. In contrast, ARI from artery occlusions produce permanent visual acuity, visual field loss, or both. Though treatment is mostly futile in restoring vision in these cases, patients should still be emergently referred for a stroke work-up.
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A Diagnosis for the Birds
A 61-year-old Caucasian female presented with symptoms of blurred vision in both eyes for the past year and a half. She also reported seeing dark floaters in her vision that she described as having white halos surrounding them.
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CMV: Old Foe, New Victims
CMV gained recognition during the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) epidemic for causing infectious retinitis in susceptible patients. More recently, it has emerged as a cause of ocular and systemic sequelae in immunocompetent patients.3,4
The News Feed
Study: Eye Dominance, Acuity are Independent
August 12, 2024
Hyaluronan Regulates Limbal Lymphatic Growth
August 06, 2024
Seborrheic Dermatitis May Cause MGD, DED
August 05, 2024
High Myopia Linked to AMD Risk
October 04, 2019
New Scoring System for Keratoconus Progression
April 09, 2019
Study: Bilateral Anti-VEGF Shots OK
April 08, 2019
At Age 60, PVD Progresses Faster in Women
April 08, 2019
More Evidence Encourages Time Outdoors for Myopia
April 05, 2019
Study Ranks Contact Lens Compliance
April 05, 2019
African Americans More Likely to Have PACG
April 05, 2019
Anti-VEGF Impacts Short-term Ocular Circulation
April 04, 2019
Men at Higher Risk for Worse DME
April 04, 2019
Pre-Treatment IOP Reveals Location of Early Progression
April 04, 2019
Ocular Measurements Affected by Diurnal Course
April 03, 2019
Why Time Seems to ‘Fly By’ As We Age
April 03, 2019
Diabetic Eyes Without DR Still Have Reduced Optical Quality
April 03, 2019
Subjective Vision Matters Most to Presbyopes
April 02, 2019
Young, Elderly at Risk for Ocular Toxin Exposure
April 02, 2019
Cataract Care: Can a Carrot Replace the Scalpel?
April 02, 2019
Expanded Parameters for Daily Disposable Torics
April 01, 2019
New Antiviral Hits the Market
April 01, 2019
New Cancer Staging Criteria Predict Survival Better
April 01, 2019
Reading Drug Labels is Impossible For Emerging Presbyopes
April 01, 2019
High Calcium Intake Linked to Lower Risk of Late AMD
April 01, 2019
Older Patients Not Opposed to Telemedicine
March 29, 2019
Steroids, Other Risks Linked to CSR Development
March 29, 2019
Glaucoma Less Likely in Caucasians than Asians
March 29, 2019
Acuvue Oasys Transitions Now Available
March 28, 2019
Easier Glaucoma Analysis for Heidelberg OCT
March 28, 2019
Repeat PK Promotes Better Healing than Primary Surgery
March 28, 2019
Diabetic Children at Risk for Retinal Microvasculopathy
March 28, 2019
Reduced Choroidal Density a Glaucoma Predictor
March 28, 2019
Better Nutrition May Protect Against Amblyopia
March 27, 2019
Sleep Problems Cause Uptick in Dry Eye Cases
March 27, 2019
Avoid Diplopia-related Problems in Surgical Patients
March 27, 2019
Exfoliation Syndrome Increases Risk of COPD
March 26, 2019
Inpatient Caregivers Neglect Glaucoma Regimens
March 26, 2019
Demodex Common in Patients With Ocular Discomfort
March 26, 2019
Treatment Hiatus a Risk for DR Progression
March 25, 2019
Three Glaucoma Risk Factors Identified in CRVO Patients
March 25, 2019
Blood Pressure Predicts Visual Field Changes in NTG Eyes
March 22, 2019
Chronic SEIs Decrease Corneal Transparency
March 22, 2019
Arkansas Scope Bill Moves to Governor’s Office
March 22, 2019
Watch Out for DED in Migraine Sufferers
March 21, 2019
Don’t Skip Pediatric Oculomotor Testing
March 21, 2019
Mnemonic Helps Catch Small Choroidal Melanoma Early
March 21, 2019
IOP Spike May Mirror Sports Stress
March 20, 2019
Early Cataract Surgery a No-go for Some Infants
March 20, 2019
Contact Lens Slows Corneal Melt
March 20, 2019
Look Inside The Current Issue
Features
Anti-VEGF: Where Are We Now?
This review looks into the years of research on this versatile class of medications and turns an eye to its future.
Can You Spot These Retinal Vascular Abnormalities? test
Abnormal changes in the retinal vasculature are closely linked with underlying systemic conditions—impacting both the physical and ocular health of the patient.
Dry Eye Drugs: New Approaches to an Old Problem
Its multifactoral and variable nature makes DED a challenging condition to manage. These novel therapeutics are here to help.
My Patient Has Glaucoma...Now What?
After a clinical examination and testing, your diagnosis is confirmed. Now, it’s time to develop a management plan. Here’s how.
Red Eye Roundup
This symptom could be a harbinger of many conditions. Here’s a look at the common causes and what to do about them.
The Changing Landscape of Glaucoma Therapy
The future looks promising with the recent introduction of new treatment options.
Departments
A Diagnosis for the Birds
How can this patient’s presentation and MRI explain his vision loss?
A Stroke of Bad Luck
By the time you see this, it may be too late to save vision, but your responsibility doesn’t end there.
Beware the Red Herring LEMS
Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome may present similarly to other neurological diseases.
CMV: Old Foe, New Victims
Immunocompromised patients aren’t the only ones at risk from cytomegalovirus.
Don’t Bet on Red
Know how to use OCT data to decide whether a patient truly has glaucoma.
Glaucoma Tools: Know the New Codes
Increased use of new diagnostic technology led to changes that impact your workup.
In Between Days
The defeat of the Arkansas expansion bill is more a delay of the inevitable rather than an outright failure.
Let the Truth Set You Free
Quit worrying about number one or number two. We have bigger truths to face, like that golf shirt you are wearing.
New Meds: Today and Tomorrow
Our pharmaceutical toolbox is practically bursting at the seams these days.
RPE: The Multitasking Master
This simple structure is crucial for maintaining visual function in more ways than one.
The Skinny on Peculiar Skin
A 67-year-old black female reported to the office with a chief complaint of blurry vision at near, as well as facial skin lesions. She asked if there was any medication that could improve her skin cosmesis.
Twice the Conditions, Twice the Fun
While the presence of other corneal abnormalities makes things difficult for this keratoconus patient, CXL should be initiated as soon as disease progression is detected.
Continuing Education
March 2019 • 2.00 Credits
Can You Spot These Retinal Vascular Abnormalities?
February 2019 • 2.00 Credits
Take a Clinical Approach to Anterior Uveitis
Additional Publications
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Annual Contact Lenses and Lens Care Guide-2022
Hear from several experts, including Miguel A. Busquets, MD, Carolyn Majcher, OD, and Mary Anne C. Murphy, OD, about how to manage geographic atrophy using modern-day tools, technology, treatments and knowledge.
Sponsored by Apellis Pharmaceuticals Inc and Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, Inc Clinical Perspectives on Patient Care
Digital Devices are Impacting Your Patients
Opthalmic Product Guide
Practical Matters in Myopia Management
Innovations in Glaucoma Care & Treatment
Review of Cornea & Contact Lenses
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A Systematic Approach to Solving Contact Lens Discomfort
Comfort may be the number one factor in achieving a successful, long-lasting contact lens fit. Take a stepwise approach when comfort can’t be found. -
Ring Around the Cornea
Peripheral edema occurring many years post-op, signifying Brown-McLean syndrome, may be initially alarming, but it’s nothing to worry about. -
How to Refit the Unhappy Multifocal Patient
These tips can help you turn a negative experience into a postitive one. -
Four Contact Lens Complications to Combat
Any one of these could cause significant visual problems, so do your best to be proactive to prevent further damage. -
Get Daily Disposables On Your Radar
These lenses come with many benefits, but we need to make sure we’re doing our best to shed light on what they are. -
Navigating the Crosslinking Possibilities
Future modifications to the standard protocol already in use abroad may soon make their way stateside.
Women In Optometry continues to be published online, with regular updates on practice design, practice success, news, trends and perspectives. Visit womeninoptometry.com.
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