What is Glaucoma?

When you visit a doctor to find out if you have glaucoma, you should be prepared for a number of tests. An examination will involve examining the angle between the cornea and iris. An optical coherence tomography (OCT) scan will look for changes in the optic nerve. You may also undergo a slit-lamp examination, which …

Myokymia Types

There are many different myokymia types. It’s important to understand the differences between them, because there are no known causes. The condition is characterized by an uncontrolled, slow movement of the muscles. It can be compared to a worm moving in a circular motion. It can also occur during sleep. Myokymia affects muscles on only …

Translucent Medications

Translucent medications are pharmaceuticals that are made to allow light to diffusely pass through them. This material allows the medication to remain visible and accessible to the patient, and it also is an excellent choice for a wide variety of other applications. These materials are typically transparent, with removable daily sections for easy access. In …