Tampa
(813) 971-3846
Tampa
(813) 971-3846
Have you ever experienced involuntary movements, or twitching, in the muscles of your eyelids? This can be fairly annoying, but for most people, twitching goes away after just a few minutes, or at most, hours.
But, what if your eyelids twitch for several days or even months at a time?
If your eyelids twitch for more than a few days without stopping, your eye doctor will likely want to examine for blepharospasm, or a spasm of the eyelid muscles. While blepharospasm is rare, it can completely stop sufferers from being able to complete activities of daily living, severely impairing quality of life.
Doctors aren’t sure what exactly causes blepharospasm, but women aged 40-60 and individuals with a family history of blepharospasm seem to be at a higher risk of developing it. Continue Reading
Graves’ disease is an immune system disorder that causes hyperthyroidism or overproduction of thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones play a role in many-body systems. Since it affects so many parts of the body, the symptoms of Graves’ disease can be vague and hard to diagnose. In 30-50% of cases, Graves’ disease affects the eyes. Continue Reading
Graves’ disease has widespread effects on the human body. The disease causes excessive production of thyroid hormones, which play a role in multiple body systems. The extra hormones cause systemic issues that can be hard to diagnose, especially those related to the eyes. What is Graves’ ophthalmopathy? Continue Reading
Have you noticed that you have a more tired or older look because of your upper or lower eyelids? Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, can help correct these issues and take years off of your appearance. Here are three signs of aging that can be reversed with blepharoplasty. Under Eye Bags Under eye bags are often… Continue Reading
Have you noticed that you have a more tired or older look because of your upper or lower eyelids? Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, can help correct these issues and take years off of your appearance. Here are three signs of aging that can be reversed with blepharoplasty. Under Eye Bags Under eye bags are often… Continue Reading
Sunglasses have become popular fashion accessories, often costing hundreds of dollars from designer brands. However, it is important to remember that sunglasses serve an incredibly important purpose by protecting the eyes from the sun. Many people forget that the sun’s UV rays can harm the eyes just like they can harm the skin. Wearing sunglasses… Continue Reading
There are many things you might think could save your life: an experienced ER surgeon, a fortuitously timed blood test, or reliable brakes on your car, for instance. But what about an eye exam? Most people think of an eye exam as the annual requirement to keep their glasses prescriptions up-to-date, but as one 8-year-old… Continue Reading
The human eye can seem like quite a mystery. For such a small part of the body, it accomplishes an incredible task. But how? Vision cannot occur without light. When light reflects off an object, it enters the eye through the cornea, which is the transparent outer covering of the eye. All of the rays… Continue Reading
Have you been waking up each morning and noticing, more often than not, that the area under your eyes has been taken over by unattractive dark bags? Even if you’re getting enough sleep and eating well, this problem can happen without warning. But why, and what can you do to reverse the effects? Understanding Those… Continue Reading
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Phone: (813) 971-3846
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