Pterygium, commonly known as Surfer’s Eye, is a benign growth on the white of the eye. The condition can affect one or both eyes. Although usually not serious, more severe cases can cause loss of vision. While what leads to the development of pterygium is unclear, experts believe unprotected exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays is a cause, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Who Gets Surfer’s Eye
Pterygium is common in surfers and other people who spend a lot of time outdoors in the sunlight.…
One of the toughest things to witness is a parent with Alzheimer’s disease. Because this disease just attacks the mind, it can cause them to waste away from the inside even if there aren’t noticeable physical signs. Indeed, many Alzheimer’s patients can live for decades after they’ve been diagnosed. While it is a significant challenge to help your parents through this disease, here are three ways that you can make their day-to-day experience more pleasant, even if they can’t remember it long-term.…
If your elderly parent or other loved one has been diagnosed with a terminal illness, you may be wondering if hospice care is the right decision for the situation at hand. Most people know very little about the type of care involved in hospice settings, but once they begin to understand what is involved, they realize that it can be a good decision for many patients, their caregivers, and their families.…
