What is age related macular degeneration?
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye condition that causes central vision to become blurry. It occurs when the macula, the area of the eye that regulates precise, straight-ahead vision, suffers damage with age. the macula is the central portion of the retina which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Age-related […]
Triachiasis or misdirected growth of eyelashes
Trichiasis is a common problem with the eyelids. Eyelashes grow inward. The lashes rubagainst the cornea, the conjunctiva, and the inner surface of the eyelids. This irritates theeye.Trichiasis can occur occasionally with no known cause. Trichiasis can strike anyone,however, adults are more prone to it. Trichiasis is more likely to occur if you have certainhealth issues, […]
Why babies have excessive tearing or watery eyes?
Congenital Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction refers to the obstruction to the passage of tears since birth. The tears that are produced in the eye are often emptied through a tube and into the nose. However, in this circumstance, this tube becomes blocked, which results in eye watering. About 2–4% of all newborn […]
What is a coloboma and can it affect my eye or vision?
A coloboma in the eye is known as the region where tissue is missing. A person’s eye has colobomas when they are born. One or both of your eyes may be affected. The colobomas that are most well-known and frequent impact the iris (the colored tissue of the eye) and give your pupil a keyhole […]
Sickle Cell Retinopathy
A series of blood abnormalities that result in the breakdown and misformation of red blood cells, is sickle cell disease. Sickle cell retinpathy occurs when the sickle shaped red blood cells obstructs the blood arteries in the choroid, a thin layer of tissue that is a portion of the middle layer of the wall of […]
What is anisometropia ?
Anisometropia refers to an imbalance in focus between the two eyes caused by different refractive powers in the two eyes (glasses prescription). This frequently results in asymmetric curvature (astigmatism), asymmetric far-sightedness (hyperopia), or asymmetric near-sightedness (myopia) because one eye is somewhat different in size or shape from the other. Children who have anisometropia may develop […]
What causes red eye?
The conjunctiva is a layer of tissue that covers the inside of the eyelids and the front of the eyeball (the white area of the eye), but not the cornea (the coloured looking part of the eye). It aids in shielding the eye from irritants like smoke, airborne bacteria, and allergies, as well as the […]
Why are eye exams needed for people with diabetes?
Diabetic retinopathy screenings are essential. Diabetes is a systemic disease; however, it can affect the eye as well. The effect on the eye can be as dire as blindness. Hence, it is imperative that diabetic screening be carried out to prevent the loss of vision. Screening can tell you if you need treatment to slow […]
Why can’t I see at a distance?
Nearsightedness, or myopia, is when near objects appear clear but distant objects appear blurry. This happens when light rays incorrectly bend (refract) due to the shape of the eye or specific portions of the eye. Normally, light rays should fall on the retina (the back portion of the eye), to give a clear image. In […]
Are Hair Dye or Bleach Harmful For The Eyes?
Protecting the eye from bleach and hair-dye Eyes are very sensitive structures. At times, cleaning chemicals (bleach etc), when used in poorly ventilated environments, might irritate and harm the eyes. Chemical vapour exposure can be equally harmful to the eyes as splatter. Additionally, chemicals found in hair dyes pose a threat to the eyes’ health […]