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Do you have tired eyes?

Do you have tired eyes?

Thursday, 29 December 2022

Presbyopia is the normal loss of the ability to focus on objects up close, which occurs with age. Most people begin to notice the effects of presbyopia in their 40s, when they begin to have trouble seeing small print, including phone text messages, clearly.

Burning eyes

Burning eyes

Thursday, 22 December 2022

Eye burning is usually a stinging and irritating sensation in the eyes. It can also cause itching or tearing, as well as eye discharge. It is uncomfortable and can be a health problem.

Symptoms that accompany eye burning may include:

What are floaters or myodesopsias?

What are floaters or myodesopsias?

Friday, 16 December 2022

Floaters appear as small spots that move across the visual field. They may stand out when you look at something bright, such as white paper or the sky. They may bother you, but they should not interfere with your vision.

Lacrimal duct obstruction

Lacrimal duct obstruction

Thursday, 08 December 2022

A blocked tear duct is a complete or partial blockage (obstruction) in the nasal (nose) passages that drain tears. If you have a blocked tear duct, your eyes may be itchy, irritated, and watery. Another name for a blocked tear duct is nasolacrimal duct obstruction.

Symptoms of retinitis pigmentosa

Symptoms of retinitis pigmentosa

Thursday, 01 December 2022

Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a group of rare eye diseases that affect the retina (the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye). Retinitis pigmentosa causes the cells of the retina to slowly break down over time, leading to loss of night vision.

What is photophobia?

What is photophobia?

Wednesday, 23 November 2022

Photophobia is an eye condition that causes sensitivity to light. People who suffer from migraine and/or have other diseases often have photophobia. Controlling photophobia is not easy, after all, it is impossible to avoid bright light and sunlight all the time.

Eye health in adults over 65 years of age

Eye health in adults over 65 years of age

Thursday, 17 November 2022

Vision changes occur as you age, but these changes don't have to affect your lifestyle. Knowing what to expect and when to seek professional care can help you safeguard your vision. Starting at age 60, you should know the warning signs of age-related eye health problems that can lead to vision loss.

Everything you need to know about ocular myasthenia

Everything you need to know about ocular myasthenia

Thursday, 10 November 2022

Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease that causes weakness in the voluntary muscles, which are responsible for functions related to breathing and movement of parts of the body, including the arms and legs.

What is macular edema?

What is macular edema?

Thursday, 03 November 2022

Macular edema is swelling of part of the retina, the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye. People with macular edema may have blurred vision, but treatment can help reduce swelling and prevent vision loss.

What is blepharospasm?

What is blepharospasm?

Thursday, 27 October 2022

Blepharospasm is a neurological disorder that causes uncontrollable muscle movements that cause the eyelids to close or have difficulty opening. This can affect patients' ability to see.

Lazy eye or amblyopia

Lazy eye or amblyopia

Thursday, 13 October 2022

Amblyopia, or lazy eye, occurs when one eye becomes weaker than the other during infancy or childhood. The brain favors the better-seeing eye, allowing the weaker eye to worsen over time.

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