on the eyes, as well. The primary eye disorders related to diabetes are glaucoma cataracts and diabetic retinopathy (ADA). Though glaucoma and cataracts van affect those without diabetes, “people with diabetes are 40% more likely to suffer from glaucoma” and “60% more likely to develop [cataracts]” (ADA). If left untreated, either disorder can lead to severe vision impairment, or even blindness. Retinopathy, unlike glaucoma and cataracts, only occurs in people with diabetes. Diabetic neuropathy…
According to the National Eye Institute’s Research “Studies in the early 1970s showed that marijuana, when smoked, lowered intraocular pressure (IOP) in people with normal pressure and those with glaucoma.” Used As a Pain Reliever: The ingestion of Marijuana can benefit for lessening the pain of those who are suffering from HIV, amputation, alcoholism and spinal surgery. Marijuana is very effective than aspirin in the treatment as a pain reliever…
Medical Marijuana Medical marijuana comes from cannabis, a plant that uses a chemical (THC) as a medicine. Marijuana has proven to be a hero in many families’ lives. Marijuana could turn a bed ridden kid into a happy; playful toddler. Although marijuana has several benefits it has not been provided to a significant amount of needing patients. This is because it is illegal in most of the United States. Many people find cannabis to be dangerous because it has been labeled as a “drug”. The truth…
Marijuana is a psychoactive substance that is obtained from the cannabis plant. The term medical marijuana refers to the use of the substance for treating symptoms of health disorders. Doctors authorize the use of marijuana— either unprocessed or its extract — for relief from different symptoms. In this post, you will learn about the benefits and uses of marijuana for medical purposes. Seizures Marijuana has been used to control and reduce the frequency of seizures. The substance has been…
Medical use of marijuana is very benefiting to those who have cancer, AIDS, glaucoma and many other illnesses. Legalizing marijuana allows it to be safely controlled in comparison to marijuana being sold on the streets which can be dangerous due to the fact that it is unknown what substances are put in the drug. Although marijuana…
8_Headache Above Left Eye (900 words) There are multiple kinds of headaches. Sinus headaches may be due to an infection or clogged sinuses. Cluster headaches may be caused by a variety of triggers. Migraines trouble many people and may include other symptoms as well. A headache above your eye may be a sign of allergies or more serious medical concerns. If you believe that you are afflicted by a serious medical complication, then speak with a doctor immediately. Our article will discuss…
Sturge-Weber Syndrome (SWS) is classified as multisystem disorder that involve central nervous system, skin and eyes. It is due to the outgrowth of an abnormal non-cancerous mixture of cells and tissues of the blood vessels which creates the blockage or tumor on the specific nerves that are around the forehead, skin and upper eyelid areas. This abnormal growth of blood vessels happens at the most inner layer of the skull that wrap around the brain. As a result, this creates pressure on the brain…
specialises in treating your condition. More importantly, only ophthalmologists can provide treatment for trauma, including eye surgery, for both complex and minor eye disorders. If you currently have a medical problem such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, or cataracts it is important to seek care by a specially trained ophthalmologist who is highly trained and who are licensed to perform eye surgery. The ophthalmologist might also be better suited to manage chronic eye health problems,…
based on truth and evidence. In comparison, to the probable results the truth was told when the defendant and the judges admitted that a simple, harmless pressure test could have been given as a preventive measure to stop the progression of the glaucoma. When practicing in the healthcare profession or any profession for that matter prudence should always be in place. According to the evidence the plaintiff complained on several different occasions about irritation caused by her contacts, but…