by Steven Vale, M.D. It’s long been known that Marijuana lowers intra-ocular pressure. The effect is short term (3-4 hours) but the THC in marijuana is the molecule known to reduce eye pressure. On average, THC reduces eye pressure by 25% or about as much as one of the best classes of drugs we have, […]
Dr. Vale recently performed amniotic membrane transplantation on two gentleman suffering persistent epithelial defects (PEDs) of the cornea, saving their eyes and their vision. This revolutionary treatment option is offered at both the Lehigh Valley and Scranton offices of InterMountain Eye Associates by Dr. Steven Vale and his staff. Call today if you are suffering […]