Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIrritant ExtravasationVesicant ExtravasationPrevention TipsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Irritant Extravasation Vesicant Extravasation Prevention Tips Frequently Asked Questions Extravasationis when achemotherapy drugleaks from a blood vessel or tube onto the surrounding skin and tissue, causing adverse symptoms. The leakage most occurs at the site where an intravenous (IV) needle is inserted into a vein to deliver the drugs. This article explores the causes and symptoms of irritant and vesicant extravasation, including how they are treated and prevented....

Key Takeaways As the term “heat dome” has appeared in more and more headlines, it’s no surprise that extreme temperatures are becoming a factor in our daily lives. While staying cool and comfortable may seem like the main summer challenge, you may have more to worry about if you take medication. Extreme heat can render some prescription medications useless, leaving patients without the safe and effective treatments they count on....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Itching Feels LikeCausesWhen to See a ProviderTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Itching Feels Like Causes When to See a Provider Treatment The itchiness associated withfibromyalgiais known as a neuropathic itch. It is a specific type of itch that stems from an injury to nerves of thecentral nervous system(involving the brain and spinal cord) and/or theperipheral nervous system(involving nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsPurposeHow to PrepareDay of SurgeryRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Purpose How to Prepare Day of Surgery Recovery Lower-lid blepharoplasty (eye bag surgery) is a cosmetic procedure used to remove under-eye bags. Eye bags are often age-related, and some people seek to have them surgically removed. If you are considering this lower eyelid surgery, you can learn more about it to decide if it would be right for you....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Eye ChartTestingResultsOther Versions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Eye Chart Testing Results Other Versions Snellen and other well-known eye charts are used to measure visual acuity, which refers to how well you can see without glasses or contacts. The results are used to determine if you need eyewear to correct your vision. It’s part of a general assessment of your overall eye health....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen It Is UsedSafetyKeratopigmentationLaser DepigmentationIris Implant SurgeryCostTemporary OptionsNatural Color Changes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When It Is Used Safety Keratopigmentation Laser Depigmentation Iris Implant Surgery Cost Temporary Options Natural Color Changes Eye color change surgery is used to change the colored part of the eye, called theiris, after an injury or other medical condition affecting the eye. It is also used for cosmetic reasons as a permanent alternative to colored contact lenses....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Eye Color DevelopsGenetics and Eye ColorPredicting Eye ColorEye Color and Health Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Eye Color Develops Genetics and Eye Color Predicting Eye Color Eye Color and Health ePhotoAlto / Ale Ventura Collection / Brand X Pictures / Getty Images The colored part of the eye is called theiris. What we see as eye color is really just a combination of pigments (colors) produced in a layer of the iris known as the stroma....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConnectionRelated ConditionsEye SpecialistsTestingTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Connection Related Conditions Eye Specialists Testing Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Sleep apneais a sleep disorder in which a person can have hundreds of involuntary breathing pauses per night. This leads to an array of symptoms and a risk for developing health complications, including certain eye disorders. Early diagnosis of these disorders is essential, because it can prevent and even restore vision loss in some cases....

Scientists in California are investigating a naturally occurring steroid called lanosterol that could be used one day to treatcataracts. It may be possible one day to use lanosterol in the form of a topical eye drop to reduce cataract development.Lanosterol eye drops could potentially be a safe, non-invasive, and less costly alternative to cataract surgery for patients who have moderate forms of cataracts. zoranm / Getty Images What Are Cataracts? According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness among people older than 55....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEye DropsOther OptionsWhen to See a ProviderPreventing Spread Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Eye Drops Other Options When to See a Provider Preventing Spread Eye drops for pink eye include both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medication. Prescriptions may be antiviral or antibiotic eye drops, depending on the underlying cause. Pink eye, otherwise calledconjunctivitis, is a common condition. Conjunctivitis involves inflammation of theconjunctiva(the membrane that covers the white portion of the eye)....

Key TakeawaysNew guidance from the American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends annual eye exams for people aged 18 to 64 regardless of their eye health.Despite the recommendations, experts say that not everyone needs a yearly eye exam.You may need more frequent eye exams if you have a family history of eye disease, wear eyeglasses or contacts, or have had eye surgery. Key Takeaways New guidance from the American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends annual eye exams for people aged 18 to 64 regardless of their eye health....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentComplicationsWhen to See a ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Complications When to See a Provider Frequently Asked Questions If you ever notice pesky dark strands that may resemble anything from a simple speck to a cobweb drifting across your vision, what you’re probably seeing is what’s known as a floater. Floaters are formed when some of the vitreous (the jelly inside of your eye) clumps together....

Eye irritation is a common problem that may include redness, itching, pain, or stinging. The eyes may feel dry and scratchy or watery, depending on the cause. There are many conditions that can contribute to eye irritation, and treatments can range from medications to avoiding triggers. This article goes over eight common causes of eye irritation: dry eye syndrome, pink eye, eye injury, contact lens complications, eye allergies, blepharitis, a corneal ulcer, and trichiasis....