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 […]

What causes bleeding inside the eye?

The vitreous is a gel like structure that fills the back of the eye. When blood enters the vitreous, it is known as a vitreous hemorrhage. As a result, vision blurriness or the presence of dark patches or floaters are seen as light rays are unable to fall on the retina. The retina is the […]

What happens if I get a black eye?

BLACK EYE The term “black eye” refers to bruising around the eye caused by a head or face injury.Blood and other fluids build up in the area around the eye, resulting in tissue swelling anddark bruises.The skin surrounding the eye, which is very loose, is one of the first areas to enlarge asfluid accumulates when […]

Why can’t I see up close?

Presbyopia is a refractive error that makes it challenging for middle-aged and older persons to see details up close. It occurs as a result of the lens’ (an inner eye component that aids in eye focus) failure to properly concentrate light on the retina (a light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye). […]

Explaining Sixth Nerve Palsy And Why It Causes Double Vision

When the sixth cranial nerve, (also known as the abducens nerve) is injured or malfunctions, it becomes difficult to move the eyes in certain directions. The lateral rectus muscle of the eye receives signals from the sixth cranial nerve and enables the eye to move in a lateral direction. Each lateral rectus muscle in each […]

Why Premature Babies Need To Have An Eye Exam

Infants who are premature (born early) or who weigh less than 3 pounds at birth may develop retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). Infants who have received oxygen therapy, developed infections or faced additional health issues associated with preterm birth are at greater risk of developing ROP. ROP occurs when aberrant blood vessels develop in the retina […]

Why am I seeing double?

Double vision, or diplopia, is when a single object appears to be in two different ways when looking at it.Double vision is typically a transient problem. However, it can sometimes be a symptom of a more serious, underlying medical issue. Hence, it is important that any changes in your eyesight be tested right away. Diplopia […]

Why Pigmentary Glaucoma Needs To Be Treated?

A condition known as glaucoma affects the optic nerve permanently and eventually leads to “Tunnel Vision.” Glaucoma is brought on by an increase in ocular pressure brought on by the drainage channel’s obstruction. A kind of secondary open-angle glaucoma known as pigmentary glaucoma is characterised by pigment that leaks from the iris and obstructs the […]