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  • Understanding the Risks of Deep Venous Thrombosis

    Understanding the Risks of Deep Venous Thrombosis

    Deep venous thrombosis is a serious medical condition that affects millions of people. This is a condition in which a blood clot forms in a deep vein of the body, usually in the thigh, leg, and — rarely — the arm. The blood clot can break off and travel inside the vein to the lung,…

  • The Eye Condition You’ve Probably Never Heard of: Keratoconus

    The Eye Condition You’ve Probably Never Heard of: Keratoconus

    by GISELLE SANKAR, O.D. Picture looking through a clear glass window that has slowly started to bend or warp. That once clear view has now become blurry and extremely distorted. In simple terms, this describes what individuals diagnosed with keratoconus experience. Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition that causes thinning of the cornea. The cornea…

  • Surgical Management of Acute Deep Venous Thrombosis

    Surgical Management of Acute Deep Venous Thrombosis

    DVT, or blood clots in your leg, can be a life-threatening condition. It can be treated by taking oral anticoagulation medication, wearing compression stockings, elevating the leg to reduce swelling, and continuing to walk and keep yourself hydrated. Your vascular doctor can tell you more about your treatment options.  The blood clot is dissolved by…

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