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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.
What to do when diagnosed with cataracts?
Tuesday, 18 February 2020
Before a cataract diagnosis, do not allow it to limit your life, since they have treatment. Traditional and laser cataract surgery (Femtosecond) is one of the most common in the world. It is recognized as safe and effective.
Coronavirus and ophthalmology
Monday, 10 February 2020
Coronavirus can cause conjunctivitis and be transmitted conjunctivally.
The presence of the virus should be suspected in cases of conjunctivitis associated with respiratory symptoms, and in people who have recently traveled to China.
Strabismus Surgery
Friday, 31 January 2020
Strabismus is a visual problem that causes misalignment in the eyes. It is a common condition in children.
Pregnancy and vision
Friday, 24 January 2020
During pregnancy, there is an increase in various hormones that aim to guarantee the normal development of this period. The mother's body undergoes many changes and the organs of the body are affected, including the eyes.
Eye Allergies
Friday, 17 January 2020
Eye allergies are a common condition. They occur when the eyes react to something that irritates them (allergen). The eyes produce a substance called histamine to fight allergens. As a result, the eyelids and conjunctiva become reddish and swollen, causing itching, tearing, and burning.
When should my child's first eye visit be?
Tuesday, 29 October 2019
A healthy sight is a fundamental element of development. Many vision problems and many eye diseases can be detected and treated promptly, so it is very important that children go for regular check-ups with a pediatric ophthalmologist.
Falls and visual problems
Tuesday, 29 October 2019
Falls are a cause of morbidity and mortality in older people. According to WHO data, around 646,000 fatal falls occur annually worldwide, making falls the second leading cause of death from unintentional injury.
Retinopathy of prematurity
Tuesday, 29 October 2019
It is an eye disease that occurs in premature babies, which causes the growth of abnormal blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive layer of cells that lines the back of the eye that helps us see.
Ocular Cosmetics
Monday, 14 October 2019
It is the subspecialty of ophthalmology that deals with the alterations that can appear around the eyes, eye socket, tear ducts and eyelids, both functional (diseases) and the aesthetic part of the eyelids.
