What is Age-related Macular Degeneration? The macula is a very small and sensitive part of the eye located at the center of the retina, which detects light, sends signals to our brain and interprets them into the images that we see. It is also responsible for our detailed central vision. The surrounding part of the retina is in charge of…
Have you recently experienced little bubbles, cobweb like shapes or thread like things when you look at a plain wall or background? Maybe you noticed sudden sparks of light in your field of vision? Yes? Then you are experiencing a problem called Flashes and Floaters. To know what this phenomenon is and how to get it rectified, keep reading. What…
It is true that cataract most commonly affects adults after the age of 40-50 years, but it is a less known fact that it can affect Cataract in children and children as well. There is no minimum age of when a person can be affected by this eye condition. A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which lies behind the iris…
Diabetes is one of the most commonly known chronic health problems in the world. According to the Hindustan Times, India has approximately 700 lakh (70 million) diabetic patients across the country. A diabetic person with high or fluctuating blood sugar levels has a higher risk of getting diabetes-related eye problems than a non-diabetic person. In most scenarios, when a person’s…
Dry Eyes Symptoms What do Summer seasons remind you of? Holiday trips to another city/country, school vacations, long or short drives, and beaches. Dry eyes symptoms Okay! What about burning, gritty, itchy, red or dry eyes? Does your vision get blurry or become sensitive to the bright lights? They are some of the very common symptoms that we face especially during…
Sore eyes are common in children and adults during summer. It causes the eyes to feel sore, red and itchy, 5 tips to keep Sore Eyes away this Summer Summer calls for sunscreens and fresh fruit juices. And if you think sunglasses are only meant to protect your eyes from the scorching sun, you might want to think again. Here are the 5…
From watching movies to putting a thread through a needle, our eyes play a significant role in our lives. With an intricate process and design, our vision is by far one of the most phenomenal aspects of the human species. The eye is very delicate and complex in nature. Even the smallest changes can have a big impact on our…
