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Nepean Valley Eye Surgeons is a specialist clinic of Ophthalmologists and Eye Surgeons.

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Let's get moving! #Physical activity can help lower your risk of health conditions — like #diabetes and high blood pressure — that can lead to eye health and vision problems.

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You know that eating your greens is good for your health — but did you know that also goes for your EYE health? And if you can’t find them fresh, frozen options work, too!

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A clinical trial at Sydney Eye Hospital is evaluating the safety and efficacy of using infrared light to treat macular oedema from retinal vein occlusions, instead of the current standard treatment of eye injections. https://t.co/IAbRfyzzyR

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Australian researchers have led the development of a promising new genetic test that can potentially identify 15-times more people at high risk of #glaucoma than an existing test. https://t.co/9aFnBJcy8X

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Between work, virtual learning, and keeping up with loved ones, the past year has meant more screen time for many of us — and that can lead to eye strain. So give those eyes a rest with the 20/20/20 trick!

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If you have a close relative with #AMD, you have a 50 percent chance of developing the condition

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Nearly everyone will develop cataracts as they age, which can lead to vision loss. Fortunately, cataract surgery can improve your vision #cataract

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#Eye hygiene practices to reduce your risk of infection: wash your hands regularly; avoid touching your face or eyes ; stay home if you have symptoms of an infection; take care when using makeup;
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Advanced or late-stage cataract symptoms: difficulty reading or watching TV; difficulty recognising faces; inability to drive or perform technical tasks; advanced vision loss, leading to legal blindness

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Acute angle-closure #glaucoma is more severe, less common form of glaucoma is characterised by the sudden closure of the drainage angle. It results in the complete blockage of the trabecular meshwork and a rapid increase in eye pressure that causes vision to quickly deteriorate.

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Primary open-angle glaucoma accounts for approximately 90% of cases. It results when the trabecular meshwork is partially blocked, but the drainage angle is still open. This causes a gradual rise in IOP that slowly leads to peripheral vision loss.

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Early signs of #cataract: blurred vision; glare sensitivity; faded colours; double vision; halos around lights; poor night vision

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#Glaucoma is the name given to a group of conditions that damage the optic nerve. Nerve damage is permanent and leads to irreversible vision loss. If left untreated, this vision loss may eventually progress to blindness.

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More than ever it’s important that you are self-monitoring for any changes in your vision by using an #Amsler grid. https://t.co/btXoJXtQ5c

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If you have symptoms of #COVID-19, if you been exposed to a known case of COVID-19 or if you’re in quarantine, you should remain in quarantine. Seek immediate advice from your treating ophthalmologist or optometrist over the phone.

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It is critically important for people receiving eye injections for wet AMD, diabetic macular oedema or a range of other macular conditions to continue receiving their scheduled treatment. #lockdown #eyehealth

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Any sudden loss of vision is an #eye emergency. You should seek medical help if you experience:
eye pain or discomfort; recent change in vision; new red eye signs or symptoms; flashes of light or new floaters in your vision; recent eye trauma; new onset double vision.

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You can have early signs of #macular disease without knowing. To check the health of your macula, visit your optometrist regularly.

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#Eye care in lockdown - some eye treatments are designated as “essential”. This includes anti-VEGF eye injections and laser treatment.

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Diabetes can affect your eyes. Everyone with diabetes is at risk of vision loss from diabetic eye disease. The longer you have #diabetes, the greater your risk.