Mark Siegel, MD, FAAO The American Academy of Ophthalmology urges all Americans to make regular dilated eye exams a part of their health routine during Healthy Vision Month. Observed each year during the month of May, Healthy Vision Month is [...]
By Mark Siegel, MD, FAAO Steroids taken continuously for long periods of time (usually over 3 weeks) are well known to cause a rise in eye pressure, which can pose a risk for glaucoma. This can occur with either oral, [...]
I’ve been thinking about pregnancy for a while now, actually about seven and a half months, to be exact. I thought it would be informative to those who are expecting to recognize the effects that pregnancy can have on their [...]
By Mark Siegel Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of severe vision loss among Americans ages 65 and over. Knowing your risk factors, being aware of your family history, and keeping regular appointments with your ophthalmologist can help [...]
By Mark Siegel, MD FAAO For many people, good vision means good eye health but that may not always be the case. Regular eye exams can catch problems before it’s too late. If you are age 40 or older and [...]
By Mark Siegel Each year I examine thousands of patients with varying grades of cataracts. Invariably, many of these patients notes some degree of difficulty with night driving, glare or halos from oncoming headlights, or simply mentions “discomfort” from driving [...]
By Mark Siegel, MD The holiday shopping season is in full swing for retailers as well as shoppers who are eager to purchase everything on their lists. But, when it comes to toys and gifts, the lowest sale price may [...]
By Dr. Mark Siegel Foods rich in vitamins C and E, zinc, lutein, zeaxanthin, and omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA are good for eye health as well as general health, according to the Age-Related Eye Diseases Study (AREDS), funded [...]
Whenever we become sick or fall ill to the latest string of a flu or virus, it is only natural for us to turn to our helpful medications and medical treatments for assistance. Whether you are suffering from a painful [...]
Sea Island Ophthalmology is the oldest Ophthalmology practice in Beaufort. For more than 40 years, Sea Island Ophthalmology has been the premier provider of eye care for the residents of Beaufort, Hampton, and Jasper counties. Carrying on the tradition of [...]
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