Ophthalmology Blog in West Palm Beach & Jupiter

Rubbing the eyes is a reflex for most of us, a natural response to itches, irritation and allergies. By rubbing the eyes, we stimulate tear flow and wash away whatever is irritating them. This applied pressure also has the unexpected effect of relaxing the vagus nerve, which can reduce stress. But routinely rubbing your eyes […]

When cataracts develop, images gradually become duller and hazier. Colors fade and vision slowly dims. These effects have real consequences for the quality of life and safety of individuals whose cataracts have become advanced. Although the effects are the same, the types of cataracts that precipitate this visual decline vary. Here, the experienced West Palm […]

Refractive lens exchange (RLE) is an ideal vision-correction option for many patients who are not good candidates for LASIK. This includes individuals with severe myopia or hyperopia, or whose corneas are too thin for laser vision correction. RLE sharpens vision by implanting an artificial intraocular lens (IOL), in a procedure that is virtually identical to […]

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness for Americans 65 and older. As an age-related disease, it develops slowly, often as a result of years of poor nutritional or lifestyle choices. Below, the experienced West Palm Beach and Jupiter vision care professionals of Mittleman Eye discuss ways to lower your risk for this condition, […]

Dry eye, also known as dry eye syndrome or keratoconjunctivitis sicca, is a chronic condition that can affect your enjoyment of many of life’s pleasures. Reading, driving, watching a movie or wearing contact lenses may all become a struggle as you blink and rub your eyes throughout the day. Here, the experienced West Palm Beach […]

Your eyes are at once fragile and incredibly complex, and they depend on you to keep them healthy, flawlessly functioning and safe. Fortunately, preserving optimal eye health requires just a few simple habits and lifestyle choices, along with some good old-fashioned common sense. Here, the trusted West Palm Beach and Jupiter eye care professionals of […]

Regularly checking your eye pressure is an important way you can help preserve your vision for a lifetime. Elevated eye pressure can occur without symptoms, and is as dangerous to your eyes as hypertension is to your organs. It is often the first sign that you may be developing glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness. […]

We’re Here For You At Mittleman Eye, we will continue to deliver excellent care to our patients while ensuring everyone’s safety following CDC and regulatory guidelines during this Coronavirus crisis. As we look forward, we will continue to monitor developments in this global health situation and provide frequent updates. This Coronavirus will pass, hopefully in […]

A 38-year-old man was referred to the medical retina service for evaluation of bilateral macular lesions noted by his general ophthalmologist. Medical history was otherwise unremarkable. On examination, his best-corrected visual acuity was 20/20 OU, although his vision was slightly eccentric. His pupils were round and reactive. The slitlamp examination of the anterior segment was […]

Mittleman Eye among the first in Palm Beach County to offer the Alcon PanOptix Lens Alcon, the global leader in eye care, introduces the FDA-approved AcrySof® IQ PanOptix® Trifocal Intraocular Lens (IOL), the first and only trifocal lens for U.S. patients undergoing cataract surgery. PanOptix is clinically shown to deliver an exceptional combination of near, […]