And optometrists in Canada can prescribe medication for specific conditions.
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Can an Optometrist Prescribe Medication?
Eye Diseases
Are Macular Degeneration & Glaucoma Related?
While macular degeneration and glaucoma are distinct eye diseases, they share common risk factors such as age and genetics. Moreover, having one disease may increase the risk of developing the other.
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What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?
Some common conditions often mistaken for pink eye include:
Allergies
Dry eye
Styes
Blepharitis
Corneal abrasions
Foreign objects in the eye
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