vision loss

Hormonal contraception not associated with prevalence of idiopathic intracranial hypertension

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Hormonal contraception, including birth control pills and intrauterine devices (IUDs), is not associated with an increased prevalence of a brain pressure disorder called idiopathic intracranial hypertension, according to a meta-analysis published on March 25, 2026, in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension occurs when there is increased pressure in the … Read more

Photoreceptor Cell Death: Recovery Possible | [Your Brand/Site Name]

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Photoreceptors are specialized cells in the eye that convert light energy into neural signals. Several diseases… The post Photoreceptor Cell Death: Recovery Possible | [Your Brand/Site Name] appeared first on Archynetys. Source link

Ultra-thin nanotechnology enables safe wireless stimulation for retinal degeneration

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An international research team led by Prof. Dr. Sedat Nizamoğlu from the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Koç University has developed a next-generation, safe, and wireless stimulation technology for retinal degenerative diseases that cause vision loss. The study was published in Science Advances, one of the world’s most prestigious scientific journals. Retinal degenerative … Read more

Oral 8-aminoguanine protects aging eyes and preserves vision in preclinical study

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A breakthrough study shows that a daily oral dose of 8-aminoguanine could safeguard retinal health and slow vision loss in aging, opening new avenues for treating degenerative eye diseases. Study: Oral 8-aminoguanine against age-related retinal degeneration. Image Credit: memorisz / Shutterstock In a recent study in the journal Communications Biology, utilized aged Fischer 344 rats to investigate … Read more

Millions still lack access to basic eye care worldwide

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Millions of people across the world still lack access to basic eye care such as glasses according to a new study led by Professor Rupert Bourne of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). The research, published in The Lancet Global Health, measured the global availability and quality of treatment for uncorrected refractive error, one of the most … Read more

NIH scientists pioneer new retinal grafting technique for dry age-related macular degeneration

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National Institutes of Health (NIH) scientists have developed a new surgical technique for implanting multiple tissue grafts in the eye’s retina. The findings in animals may help advance treatment options for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which is a leading cause of vision loss among older Americans. A report about the technique published today in … Read more

How India’s healthcare system is failing 100 million diabetics battling retinopathy – Firstpost

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According to a study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and published in The Lancet, India’s diabetes crisis has reached alarming proportions: over 100 million Indians now live with diabetes – a staggering 43% increase from 70 million cases in 2019. Even more concerning, an additional 136 million people are classified as … Read more

Eye drops show potential to slow progression of human degenerative retinal diseases

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Treatment shows potential to slow the progression of human degenerative eye diseases, including retinitis pigmentosa. Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have developed eye drops that extend vision in animal models of a group of inherited diseases that lead to progressive vision loss in humans, known as retinitis pigmentosa. The eye drops contain … Read more

Study shows how autism-linked picky eating causes serious vitamin deficiencies

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Hidden risks in plain sight: New research reveals how children with autism can suffer life-altering vitamin deficiencies despite appearing healthy, urging a rethink of routine nutritional screening. Review: The Increasing Prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder in the U.S. and Its Implications for Pediatric Micronutrient Status: A Narrative Review of Case Reports and Series. Image Credit: Marko … Read more

New insights into screening and treatment for diabetic retinal disease

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Diabetes affects more than 1 in 10 adults worldwide and has been accompanied by an increase in vision-threatening diabetic retinal disease. Concerningly, DRD is the leading cause of preventable blindness for those aged 20-74 years. Multiple studies have shown that DRD screening remains challenging because patients often do not have any symptoms in the early … Read more