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Infrared thermometers and vision
Wednesday, 05 August 2020
Entre las medidas de seguridad contra COVID-19 está la toma de temperatura con un rayo infrarrojo, ¿este rayo afecta la visión?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Congenital glaucoma
Monday, 20 April 2020
Signs include watery eyes and sensitivity to light. The child may rub his eyes, squint them, or have his eyes closed much of the time.
Glaucoma, silent thief of vision
Monday, 20 April 2020
Glaucoma, commonly known as "the silent thief of vision," is an eye disease caused by increased intraocular pressure, which causes progressive and irreversible damage to the optic nerve. There are many types of glaucoma, and the eye doctor is the trained professional to diagnose it.
Corneal transplant
Monday, 20 April 2020
The cornea is a transparent tissue located in the anterior part of the eyeball, which allows light to pass into the eye.
