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, […]

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 […]

How can i improve my clarity while reading?

There are several things you can do to improve your reading clarity: By following these tips, you can improve your reading clarity and enjoy your reading material with greater ease. At The Eye Center- Dr. Mahnaz Naveed Shah & Associates our team of eight ophthalmology subspecialists/ eye specialists, eye surgeons who are considered amongst the […]

Neuropathic corneal pain

The condition known as neuropathic corneal pain makes your eyes, face, or head overly sensitive. Additionally, it harms them. Another name for this disease is corneal neuralgia. The precise origin of neuropathic corneal pain is unknown to doctors. They postulate that inflammation and corneal nerve injury are the causes. Your nervous system will not operate […]

Can i have lasik if i have keratoconus?

Keratoconus is a condition where the cornea becomes thin and bulges outwards in a cone shape, making it weaker and less stable. LASIK involves removing a small amount of corneal tissue to reshape the cornea and improve visual acuity.  Hence, in individuals who have keratoconus, removing additional corneal tissue through LASIK can further weaken the […]