Strabismus (Squint Eye) vs Amblyopia (Lazy Eye): Know the Difference!

Strabismus (Squint Eye) vs Amblyopia (Lazy Eye): Know the Difference!

You’ve probably heard the terms squint eye, cross-eye, and lazy eye but aren’t sure what they mean or when to use them. This is because they are often used interchangeably, but incorrectly. So the confusion between the terms is understandable.  We’ll go over the causes, symptoms, and treatments of these two conditions in this blog to help you make a…

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Can Pituitary Tumours Cause Eye Problems?

Can Pituitary Tumours Cause Eye Problems?

Pituitary tumours, being the fourth most frequent, are usually slow-growing and non-cancerous—until they aren’t. A pituitary tumour might go unnoticed for more than ten years before causing symptoms.  They are often reported to be benign. They can, however, develop and expand into adjacent structures, causing neurological problems including vision impairment.  Before we get into how pituitary tumours cause eye problems,…

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