Eye Problems in EDS with Dr. Eric Singman and cohost Dr. Dacre Knight (Ep 189)

About this episode

Dr. Linda Bluestein and Dr. Dacre Knight discuss eye problems related to Ehlers-Danlos syndrome with Dr. Eric Singman, focusing on the intersection of vision and neurological issues.

In this highly requested follow-up, Dr. Linda Bluestein and recurring co-host Dr. Dacre Knight welcome back neuro-ophthalmologist Dr. Eric Singman to dive deeper into the complex intersection of the eyes, the brain, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Dr. Singman shares a vital triage guide for navigating the world of eye specialists, helping listeners distinguish between routine vision needs and neuro-ophthalmic emergencies. The discussion explores how intracranial pressure fluctuations, cervical spine instability, and mast cell activation can all masquerade as primary eye problems, often leading patients down expensive and ineffective "snake oil" paths. Whether you struggle with reading endurance, "glitter" vision, or the visual impacts of POTS, this episode provides a roadmap for finding credible care and understanding the "why" behind hypermobile vision symptoms. Takeaways: The Specialty Triage: Learn how to determine if you need a retina specialist, a cornea expert, or a neuro-ophthalmologist for new or chronic symptoms. Reading Hygiene and the Neck: Discover why your "bad neck" might be the true culprit behind reading fatigue and eye strain. The Pressure Spectrum: Understand how…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dr. Linda Bluestein, Dr. Dacre Knight

Guest: Dr. Eric Singman

Topics covered

• eye problems
• Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
• neuro-ophthalmology
• intracranial pressure
• vision symptoms

Keywords

• Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
• neuro-ophthalmology
• intracranial pressure
• vision symptoms
• reading fatigue

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

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