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… tube with an attached silicone drainage pouch in the eye to help drain fluid ( aqueous humour ) from the eye. This type of surgery is usually done after a … person already has or is likely to form scar tissue in the eye, this type of surgery may be done at the start. …
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… a higher-than-average incidence of spondylolysis. These injuries are usually caused by activity and overuse. … or coordination. Back Problems and Injuries Quick Tips: Using Backpacks Safely Current … a higher-than-average incidence of spondylolysis. These injuries are usually caused by activity and overuse. …
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… of silicone sponge, rubber, or semi-hard plastic that your eye doctor ( ophthalmologist ) places on the outside of the eye (the sclera, or the white of the eye). The material is sewn to the eye to keep it in place. …
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… right away if you have any serious side effects, including: eye/eyelid problems Although unlikely, this medication may cause … of: blood clots (such as in the legs, lungs, brain, eye) bleeding in the brain (subarachnoid hemorrhage) color …
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… syndrome (ORS). Symptoms of ORS include red eyes, a cough and/or sore throat and/or hoarseness. … given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information on Reye syndrome, please visit HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye …
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… focused beam of light to treat the drainage angle of the eye. This surgery makes it easier for fluid to flow out of the front part of the eye, decreasing pressure in the eye. There are two types of laser trabeculoplasty: Argon …
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… a surgery to remove the vitreous gel from the middle of the eye . It may be done when there is a retinal detachment or … not clear on its own. Removing the vitreous gel gives your eye doctor better access to the back of the eye. This surgery is done by an eye doctor ( ophthalmologist …
Medications
… product and your specific health needs. Uses Cyclosporine eye drops are used to treat a certain serious allergic eye condition (vernal keratoconjunctivitis). It works by … decreasing inflammation (swelling) in certain parts of your eyes, including the clear layer at the front of the eye …
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… Uses This medication is used to treat certain allergic eye conditions (vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal … vernal keratitis). It prevents itching of the eyes that can occur with these conditions. Lodoxamide is … that cause allergic symptoms. How To Use To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, do …
Medications
… health needs. Uses This medication is used to treat eye infections. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a class of drugs … growth of bacteria. This medication treats only bacterial eye infections. It will not work for other types of eye infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic …
