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Early Warning Signs of Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Posted on February 14, 2025 by Dr. Kalpna Varshney

An older adult sitting at a desk rubbing their blurry eyes in frustration due to age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

In the beginning, you may notice blurry or distorted vision, especially when reading or recognizing faces.
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Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

Posted on January 21, 2025 (January 21, 2025) by Dr. Kalpna Varshney

A colourful display of a wooden family tree.

Research shows that those with a family history of glaucoma are up to 4 times more likely to develop the condition themselves.
However, a genetic predisposition doesn’t guarantee you’ll develop glaucoma, but it does make regular screenings more important.
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Alcohol Consumption, Genetic Risk, and Intraocular Pressure: Insights for Glaucoma Patients

Posted on August 12, 2024 by Dr. Kalpna Varshney

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Certain factors can lead to a higher risk of developing glaucoma:

Alcohol Consumption

Genetics

Intraocular Pressure
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