Eye health and cataracts
Cataract is one of the eye problems which usually affects older people and some 30% of patients over 65 year of age suffer from cataract in one or sometimes both...
Risk and complications of LASIK eye surgery
LASIK eye surgery, also known as laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, is a type of refractive surgery used to correct vision problems associated with myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. As any other...
Eye health cigarette smoke
There are many different types of indoor pollution. Some of these stem from the combustion of fuel during food preparation processes. Others may be emitted from different substances used for...
Eye health and contact lenses
Contact lenses are a perfect solution for people who have problems with their vision but do not want to wear glasses. However, before getting contact lenses it is recommended to...
What is Corneal Transplantation?
Corneal transplantation is a surgical procedure which includes resection of the cornea of the eye and its replacement with a cornea of the donor (a cadaver). Corneal transplantation may be...
Eye health and computer monitor
Our eyes are sensitive organs which grant us our vision. However, if we are not careful, we might expose our eyes to excessive straining through reading, working at the computer...
Management of hyperopia: Available treatment options
Definition of HyperopiaHyperopia is a certain type of medical condition which canbe characterized as a defect of vision triggered by imperfections in the eye.Those who suffer from hyperopia cannot focus...
Eye infections and contact lenses
Taking proper care of your contact lenses and using them properly in the first place are all factors which can prevent problems such as infections from occurring. However, sometimes, despite...
Eye health and dark circles
Dark circles, also called shadows or dark rings, are characterized by darkened skin between the lower eyelids and the cheekbones. Most people attribute dark circles to the lack of sleep...
About retinopathy management
Diabetic retinopathy is a disease of the part of the eye called the retina caused by heightened level of blood sugar (glucose). The retina lines the back of the human...