Little do you know, those casual shake hands with colleagues or friends, exchange pleasantries, can be a gateway for bacteria and viruses to travel from person to person. Rubbing your eyes with those same hands can easily transfer bacteria or viruses, leading to an unpleasant infection like conjunctivitis, commonly known as “pink eye.” Conjunctivitis, whether bacterial or viral, can be…
Let’s be honest, when it comes to something as critical as cataract surgery, finding the best eye doctor can feel like a huge task. It’s your vision we are talking about, so naturally, you would look for the best. However, the entire process of research and choosing the right specialist can be confusing, leaving you feeling doubtful about your decision.…
Imagine waking up and finding your vision blurry and later discovering that this was the result of high blood pressure. Hypertension/high blood pressure can make this happen by damaging the blood vessels in your eyes. While many are aware of its effects on the heart, kidneys and arteries, only very few realize the harm it can cause to the retina…
What is Retinopathy of Prematurity? Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is an eye condition where a child may lose vision due to abnormal development of retinal blood vessels . It affects children who are born early or prematurely, i.e., before 31 weeks or babies who need oxygen therapy. The retina is the layer that lies in the back of your eye…
What is Uveitis? Meaning of Uveitis: Uveitis (Pronounced “yoo-vai-tuhs”) is a condition that causes inflammation in your eye. It affects the middle layer of the eye i.e., the Uvea. It can affect either one or multiple areas of the eye and depending on where it affects, it can be painful, irritating, and in certain cases, it may even destroy your…
With the ability to see and navigate the world, eyes are essential to human functionality. With the prevalence of neurological disorders and migraines in today’s digitally linked society, kaleidoscope vision has become a noteworthy problem. Discover the dynamic connection between the brain and eyes through a visual portal. Learn about kaleidoscopic vision and its role in promoting preventative eye care.…
Strabismus or squint eye occurs when the eyes appear misaligned. The classification of the squint is based on the eye’s position into four segments: Hypertropia, Hypotropia, Esotropia, and Exotropia. Early detection of squint eyes helps tackle severe complications and avoids permanent vision loss. Surgery as a squint eye treatment can improve the alignment of the eye, but any vision problem that goes…
Eye freckles or nevus (Plural: Nevi) are the brown spots found in the white portion (sclera) or iris (coloured part) of the eye. The brown spots in the eyes are mostly harmless. In rare cases, these eye freckles tend to grow or change shape. This is a sign that the spots might be a case of melanoma, a type of…
Hereditary and genetic eye diseases are severe concerns in vision health, impacting millions globally. According to recent statistics, over 350 eye disorders have been found, with most of them having genetic origin. Due to a lack of awareness and comprehension, people overlook the value of their family history in determining their risk for these disorders. This blog intends to shed…