30.09.2022
Squint Squint’ is a misalignment of eyes where both eyes point in different directions, commonly known as cross-eyes. Parents consider squint as a harmless cosmetic blemish, little do they know that uncorrected squint over a period of time reduces vision in the squinting eye, and can cause permanent visual impairment of one eye. In our society a lot of misinformation is associated with cross-eyes such as children with cross-eyes bring luck to their family, or that a squint correction is just
27.08.2022
Does pregnancy affect the eye? Yes! ocular changes occur commonly during pregnancy. Although most of are physiologic responses to the metabolic, hormonal, and immunologic modifications to adopt the gestational product, there is some serious pathology that may develop, exacerbate, or even resolve over the course of pregnancy which requires prompt diagnosis and management. The pathological eye conditions can be classified into preexisting pathologies and emerging ocular diseases. While up to 15% of these pregnancy-induced changes are benign, a few pathological conditions might
08.07.2022
Unable to see nearby objects clearly is a normal part of aging. Known as presbyopia, this typically becomes noticeable in your early forties. Eventually it happens to everyone. One of the signs of presbyopia is when you start holding newspapers, books or mobiles further away, i.e.at the arm’s length, in order to read and recognize letters without straining the eyes. What is Presbyopia? Presbyopia is when your eyes gradually lose the ability to see things clearly, up close. It is a normal
17.06.2022
Technology advancement has led to exponential use of digital devices. Further there was an increase in the use of digital devices during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020), which hugely impacted the eyes, leading to ocular strain, chronic backache, shoulder, and neck pain, in many. What is Computer Vision Syndrome? It’s a chronic stress injury due to prolonged use of digital devices that overuse near vision, resulting in a complex ocular and visual problems. It is also known as Asthenopia, Visual Fatigue, Occupational Overuse Syndrome
24.05.2022
What is Catract? A cataract is the most common cause of treatable vision problem at old age, worldwide. It causes clouding of the clear natural crystalline lens which reduces the visual clarity. It is like looking through a frosty window. Most cataracts are old age-related also termed senile cataracts and usually develop in both eyes. But sometimes they may affect only one eye. Over a period of time cataract will affect your vision. If the reduced vision interferes with daily routine activities,
15.03.2022
What is holi? Holi, the festival of colours is one of the most rejoicing festivals in India. Vibrant colours seen everywhere in a cheerful and delightful environment brings happiness and excitement with it. In earlier times, Gulal powders were prepared from natural flowers such as the Indian coral tree and the flame of the forest, that had medicinal properties and were also beneficial to the skin. On the other hand, the colours available in the market today