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Pathogenesis of Glaucoma - Mechanisms Beyond Elevated Intraocular Pressure (IOP) and the Need for Comprehensive Management

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  Glaucoma is a complex and multifactorial neurodegenerative disorder primarily characterized by the progressive loss of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) and their axons, leading to irreversible visual field defects. The most well-known risk factor for glaucoma is elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), but the mechanisms driving glaucomatous damage extend beyond IOP alone.  Recent research has revealed that the pathogenesis of glaucoma involves multiple interconnected processes, including mechanical stress from elevated IOP, neurotrophin deprivation, vascular dysfunction, ferroptosis, oxidative stress, ocular inflammation, and excitotoxicity. This article aims to explore these mechanisms and explain why managing glaucoma solely through IOP reduction is insufficient for preventing disease progression. Netra Eye Institute  5001 Hadley Rd, Ste 210, South Plainfield, NJ 07080 (732) 503 9999

Presbyopia Ayurvedic Treatment

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  The natural crystalline lens in the eye is quite elastic and can change its shape to focus on objects at various distances, this is known as “accommodation.” As we age, the lens becomes more rigid, and seeing up-close objects clearly becomes difficult. This condition is known as presbyopia and usually due to the normal aging process of the eye. Presbyopia treatment in ayurveda   may start to notice presbyopia around your mid 40s. Reading materials might have to be held farther away to be seen clearly. It has been mentioned and been advertised as there is no way to stop or reverse presbyopia. Treatments through acupuncture and herbal medicines will help reverse presbyopia and the person will be able to see up-close objects clearly.

Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

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  Central serous chorioretinopathy is when fluid builds up under the retina. This can distort vision. The fluid leakage comes from a layer of tissue under the retina, called the choroid. The layer of cells between retina and choroid is called the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE). When RPE does not work as it should, fluid builds up under the retina or the RPE resulting in a small detachment and visual distortion. Ayurvedic Treatments for Central Serous Retinopathy    usually affects just one eye at a time, but both eyes can be affected at the same time.

Retinitis Pigmentosa

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  Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is the name given to a group of inherited eye diseases that affect the retina (the light-sensitive part of the eye). RP causes the breakdown of photoreceptor cells (cells in the retina that detect light). Photoreceptor cells capture and process light helping us to see. As these cells breakdown and die, patients experience progressive vision loss Click Here For More Information  Retinitis Pigmentosa Ayurvedic Treatment . The most common feature of all forms of RP is a gradual breakdown of rods (retinal cells that detect dim light) and cones (retinal cells that detect light and color). Most forms of RP first cause the breakdown of rod cells. These forms of RP, sometimes called rod-cone dystrophy, usually begin with night blindness. Night blindness is somewhat like the experience normally sighted individuals encounter when entering a dark movie theatre on a bright, sunny day. However, patients with RP cannot adjust well to dark and dimly lit environmen...

Fuchs’ Dystrophy

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  Fuchs’ endothelial dystrophy is a progressive disease resulting in clouding of the cornea and eventual reduction in vision. It affects the corneal endothelial cells which are a specialized single layer of cells on the back surface of the cornea that pump water out of it. When healthy, this keeps the cornea thin and clear Click Here For More information Fuchs' Dystrophy Ayurvedic Treatment . Endothelial cells do not have the ability to regenerate and hence if they are damaged the cornea gradually begins to swell with water, making it hazy and leading to loss of vision.

Uveitis - Symptoms & causes

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  Uveitis is a general term describing a group of inflammatory diseases that produces swelling and destroys eye tissues. These diseases can slightly reduce vision or lead to severe vision loss. The term “uveitis” is used because the diseases often affect a part of the eye called the uvea. Nevertheless, uveitis is not limited to the uvea. These diseases also affect the lens, retina, optic nerve, and vitreous, producing reduced vision or blindness. Uveitis may be caused by problems or diseases occurring in the eye or it can be part of an inflammatory disease affecting other parts of the body. It can happen at all ages and primarily affects people between 20-60 years old. Uveitis can last for a short (acute) or a long (chronic) time. The severest forms of uveitis reoccur many times Click Here For More Information Uveitis Treatment in Ayurveda .

Retinal Vein Occlusion - Causes, Types & Treatment

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  A retinal artery occlusion (RAO) is a blockage in one or more of the arteries of your retina. The blockage is caused by a clot or occlusion in an artery, or a build-up of cholesterol in an artery. This is similar to a stroke Click Here For More information Netra Restoration Therapy There are two types of RAOs: Branch retinal artery occlusion (BRAO) blocks the small arteries in your retina. Central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO) is a blockage in the central artery in your retina. This is a form of a stroke in the eye and must be evaluated and treated immediately, just like a stroke.