Light Sensitivity

Cosmetic keratopigmentation showed efficacy and high patient satisfaction in a large prospective series of patients with a follow-up of 1 to 6 years.

Visual acuity rates and full-field light sensitivity improved after treatment with intravitreal sepofarsen in patients with Leber congenital amaurosis 10 due to the p.Cys998X mutation in the CEP290 gene.

Thousands of Americans have taken to the streets to protest following the killing of George Floyd. The American Academy of Ophthalmology released a statement condemning the use of rubber bullets as a means of crowd dispersion.

by Robert S. Fox, OD, FCOVD, FCSO

Pupil reconstruction is an essential aspect to prevent photophobia and filter the amount of light that is needed in cases with traumatic mydriasis and atonic pupils. Surgical repair is of substantial benefit as it has the potential to reduce visual glare and light sensitivity.