My second project was a project that was health-related. For this project, I decided to research the immune system and immunizations. There are many different types of immunizations and most people regularly get immunizations such as flu shots but do not know exactly what they are. To learn more about the immune system watch my presentation by clicking on the link below to Auburn Optical's Youtube channel or the link to the Prezi I made. Thanks for watching!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Q8TGLFg_v8
https://prezi.com/view/zfTerQDIGruxzhz1dOEX/
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For my November project, I decided to research Achromatopsia. Achromatopsia is a condition that is characterized by partial absence of color... -
Iridocyclitis is an inflammation of the iris and of the ciliary body. The condition can be marked by red eye, pain, photophobia (light sensi...
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For my third project, I decided to research London Cab Drivers' Hippocampus. Scientists have found that the hippocampus (the memory cent...
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
VYZULTA
Today I had the opportunity to research the eye drop VYZULTA. VYZULTA is a prescription eye drop that may help reduce intraocular (eye) pressure in people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. VYZULTA helps lower eye pressure by increasing drainage of fluid from the eye. Lowering intraocular pressure can help reduce the risk of vision loss due to glaucoma. To read more about VYZULTA and its benefits, click the link below!
VYZULTA eye drops
VYZULTA eye drops
Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Keratitis Corneal Ulcer
I had the opportunity to research Keratitis Corneal Ulcers and Acanthamoeba!
Infectious keratitis and corneal ulcers refer to the invasion of an infectious organism, such as bacteria, into the cornea. It should be noted that while relatively infrequent, a corneal ulcer is the most serious complication of contact lens wear. Keratitis is an inflammation or irritation of the cornea (the transparent membrane covering the iris and pupil) characterized by typical symptoms of red eye, foreign body sensation, pain, sensitivity to light, watery eyes, and blurred vision.
Acanthamoeba is a microscopic, free-living ameba, or amoeba (single-celled living organism), that can cause rare, but severe infections of the eye. The ameba can be spread to the eyes through contact lens use, cuts, or skin wounds or by being inhaled into the lungs. Factors and activities that increase the risk of contracting Acanthamoeba keratitis include using contaminated tap or well water on contact lenses, using homemade solutions to store and clean contacts, wearing contact lenses in a hot tub and swimming or showering while wearing lenses. A dirty lens case also can be a source of Acanthamoeba infection.
To learn more about Keratitis Corneal Ulcers and Acanthamoeba, click the link below!
Keratitis Corneal Ulcers and Acanthamoeba
Infectious keratitis and corneal ulcers refer to the invasion of an infectious organism, such as bacteria, into the cornea. It should be noted that while relatively infrequent, a corneal ulcer is the most serious complication of contact lens wear. Keratitis is an inflammation or irritation of the cornea (the transparent membrane covering the iris and pupil) characterized by typical symptoms of red eye, foreign body sensation, pain, sensitivity to light, watery eyes, and blurred vision.
Acanthamoeba is a microscopic, free-living ameba, or amoeba (single-celled living organism), that can cause rare, but severe infections of the eye. The ameba can be spread to the eyes through contact lens use, cuts, or skin wounds or by being inhaled into the lungs. Factors and activities that increase the risk of contracting Acanthamoeba keratitis include using contaminated tap or well water on contact lenses, using homemade solutions to store and clean contacts, wearing contact lenses in a hot tub and swimming or showering while wearing lenses. A dirty lens case also can be a source of Acanthamoeba infection.
To learn more about Keratitis Corneal Ulcers and Acanthamoeba, click the link below!
Keratitis Corneal Ulcers and Acanthamoeba
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