Pterygium Pterygium: It’s a growth of the conjunctiva, the thin membrane that covers the front of the eye, which extends over the cornea, the clear dome-like surface that covers the colored part of the eye (iris). Common ocular surface disorder. Triangular-shaped fibrous tissue growing under the conjunctiva. Can encroach onto the cornea. Most common site: nasal …
Conjunctivitis Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the Conjunctiva. Causes: It usually spreads with Conjunctival discharge, and hand contact with the eyes, fomites usage, towels, and bed sheets of infected people. It is usually seen in the rainy season as humid weather will entrap the virus and can spread with contaminated water spillage in the eyes. Symptoms: Include …
Allergic Conjunctivitis Allergic conjunctivitis is a condition in which the conjunctiva, which is the clear membrane that covers the white part of the eye, becomes inflamed due to an allergic reaction. This can cause redness, itching, swelling, and a watery discharge from the eyes. In this blog post, we will discuss the causes, symptoms, and …
Cataract Surgery Surgery for cataracts is typically recommended when the condition begins to interfere with daily activities or quality of life. A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens in the eye that can cause vision problems, including blurred vision, sensitivity to light, glare, and difficulty seeing at night. While cataracts can sometimes be …
Monofocal Lens: A monofocal lens is a basic lens that has a fixed focus for one distance, usually for distance vision. This type of lens is the most common type used in cataract surgery, and it is covered by insurance. However, patients who choose this lens may still need glasses for reading or close-up work …
