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Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at 4:26PM

Did you know?
Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among African Americans and second worldwide. Everybody is at risk for glaucoma, but it is more common over 50 years of age, in family members of those with glaucoma, in diabetics and African -Americans.
Glaucoma damages your optic nerve. When enough nerve fibers have been lost, you may experience loss of your peripheral or side vision. However, initially glaucoma is a silent disease, there may be no symptoms to warn you. If untreated, glaucoma can lead to blindness.
If diagnosed early, your sight may be preserved, so that no further damage occurs. But the vision that has already been lost cannot be recovered, even with treatment. That is why early treatment is so important.
About 50% of Americans with glaucoma do not know that they have it. Even the "puff test" or intraocular pressure check can miss as many as 50% of cases when used alone.
The best way to protect your eyes is to get tested with a dilated eye exam. Your doctor will order additional tests if necessary.

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Monday, September 27, 2010 at 8:24AM

We're often asked what to expect with cataract surgery. Cataract surgery is an outpatient procedure, meaning you go home when it's done. You do not stay overnight in a hospital. It is done under local anesthesia.
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Monday, August 30, 2010 at 12:19PM

A report from AFP talks about a new genetic link found for common migraines. This research may eventually lead to better treatments for this disabling disease:
Gene detectives on Sunday announced they had found the first inherited link to common types of migraine, a finding that boosts hopes for new drugs to curb this painful and costly disorder.

Scientists from 40 medical centres pored over the genetic profiles of more than 50,000 people, comparing those who suffered badly from migraines with others who were otherwise healthy.

We are pleased to annouce the association of M. Lourdes Garcia, MD, PhD, to our team at Medical & Surgical Eye Specialists. She is currently an Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Eastern Virginia Medical School and has recently been in private practice in Virginia Beach. Her professional interests include cataract surgery and glaucoma management.
She is accepting new patients. Please call for an appointment.