Pellucid marginal degeneration (PMD)

Pellucid Marginal Degeneration (PMD) is a chronic, slowly progressing condition that causes peripheral corneal thinning. It is crucial to recognise this because it may result in a serious decline in visual function. Additionally, refractive surgery patients with PMD may experience negative outcomes, thus this is something to take into account before having the procedure. Despite […]

Pathological myopia

Being short sighted is different from having pathological myopia. If you have pathological myopia, you are extremely short-sighted and this has led to deteriorating alterations in the back of your eye. Your vision may be affected by pathological myopia, which cannot be treated with glasses or contact lenses. Depending on the degenerative alteration that has […]

What should I do if my eye turns red?

When your eye turns red, it is usually a sign of an underlying condition. The redness may be due to an infection, injury, or an underlying medical condition. It can be accompanied by pain, itching, and discharge. Here are some steps you can take when your eye turns red: Some common causes of eye redness […]

Parts of the Eye

The orbit is a protective bony socket in which the eye rests. The eye is connected to six extraocular muscles in the orbit. These muscles allow the eye to be rotated as well as moved up and down and side to side. The sclera, the white portion of the eye, is where the extraocular muscles […]

what should i do if my eye is watering?

If your eye is watering, it could be due to several reasons such as allergies, infections, or an injury. Here are some steps you can take to alleviate the symptoms and potentially address the underlying cause: Remember, if you experience sudden onset of eye watering or if it is accompanied by pain, sensitivity to light, […]

What should i do if i get hair dye in my eyes:

Hair dye is a common cosmetic product that people use to change the color of their hair. It can be a fun way to experiment with new looks and styles, but accidents can happen. If hair dye gets into your eyes, it can be a painful and potentially dangerous situation. Getting hair dye in your […]

Pan-retinal Photocoagulation (PRP)

Laser eye treatment called panretinal photocoagulation (PRP) is used in patients who have grown aberrant new blood vessels in the drainage system of the eyeball or in the retina at the rear of the eye. The PRP laser treatment promotes existing vessels to contract and scar while inhibiting the growth of aberrant new vessels on […]

Onchocerciasis

An infection called onchocerciasis is brought on by a specific parasite. African river blindness is another name for this disease. It ranks as the second most typical infectious cause of blindness worldwide. Prior to becoming blind, people typically experience symptoms including skin pimples and itching. Onchocerciasis is a parasitic roundworm disease. Only humans can contract […]

What should i do if i get bleach in the eye?

Getting bleach in your eye can be a serious emergency that requires immediate attention. Bleach is a highly corrosive substance that can cause severe damage to the eye and surrounding tissues. Here are the steps you should take if you get bleach in your eye: Prevention is always the best option. Here are some safety […]

Ocular rosacea

Ocular rosacea is inflammation that causes redness, burning and itching of the eyes. It often develops in people who have rosacea, a chronic skin condition that affects the face. Sometimes the first indication that you may later acquire the facial type of rosacea is ocular (eye) rosacea. Most adults with ocular rosacea are between the […]