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El regreso a clases y la salud visual

El regreso a clases y la salud visual

Tuesday, 08 September 2020

Detecting an inappropriate relationship between vision and learning requires a comprehensive visual assessment by an eye specialist. This is especially important if the child is struggling with his schoolwork, which could be a sign of a visual problem.

Lagoftalmos

Lagoftalmos

Monday, 13 July 2020

It is the impossibility of achieving complete closure of the eyelids, exposing the cornea to the outside environment. This causes severe eye dryness, which can have serious consequences for vision.

 All About Dry Eye

All About Dry Eye

Thursday, 02 July 2020

The eyes need tears to stay healthy and uncomfortable. When we do not produce tears in sufficient quantity or quality, the condition called dry eye syndrome occurs.

 Sahara dust and vision

Sahara dust and vision

Wednesday, 24 June 2020

The presence of dust from the Sahara is a phenomenon that brings with it a decrease in rainfall. This climatic event carries millions of tiny particles that can be easily breathed. Sahara dust can cause health complications like allergies and heat.

Uveítis

Uveítis

Monday, 22 June 2020

Uveitis is an inflammation and swelling in the layer of the eye called the uvea. It can cause damage to the eye tissue, leading to permanent loss of vision.

 COVID-19 Patient Guidelines

COVID-19 Patient Guidelines

Thursday, 30 April 2020

Following the guidelines of the WHO and MISPAS, to better protect our patients and medical service providers, if upon arrival at the Institute you wear a cloth mask, we will provide you with a disposable one. Also, you must attend without gloves. Upon arrival, you will be offered 70% alcohol gel for your hands. Thanks for your understanding.

 Excessive flickering in children

Excessive flickering in children

Tuesday, 28 April 2020

It is important to consult your pediatrician or ophthalmologist if your child blinks more than normal, in rare cases excessive blinking can be a sign of a neurological problem or could lead to loss of vision.

 Ophthalmic Emergencies

Ophthalmic Emergencies

Tuesday, 28 April 2020

If you experience loss of vision or red eye pain, even if not caused by injury, seek immediate medical attention.

 Covid-19 ophthalmic prevention measures

Covid-19 ophthalmic prevention measures

Monday, 20 April 2020

COVID-19 can manifest itself with symptoms of conjunctivitis and be transmitted via the conjunctival, so it is essential that, as a preventive measure, we do not touch our face or eyes without first washing our hands.

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