Monday, 15 May 2023
Keratitis is the medical name for inflammation of the cornea, the transparent dome that covers the iris and pupil of the eye.
Keratitis can be divided into two categories depending on its cause: infectious keratitis or non-infectious keratitis. Some people refer to microbial keratitis as infectious keratitis.
Thursday, 04 May 2023
A cataract is the loss of transparency of the crystalline lens, the eye's natural lens located behind the pupil. Light rays pass through the lens to reach the retina, where images are formed. If the lens loses its transparency and obstructs the passage of light, the patient suffers a progressive loss of vision.
Thursday, 27 April 2023
Exophthalmos is the term we use in ophthalmology to define eyes that protrude from their normal position, commonly known as "bulging eyes". Exophthalmos, although at first glance it may appear to be an "irrelevant" pathology, the truth is that it can hide potentially serious conditions, such as hyperthyroidism or a tumor near the eye.
The opposite of exophthalmos is enophthalmos, which manifests as "sunken eyes".
Thursday, 20 April 2023
Ectropion is the medical name for the outward-facing eyelid. When you have this condition, the inside of the eyelid may become irritated. This condition can affect both eyelids, but often occurs in the lower eyelid.
Thursday, 13 April 2023
Spring is a time of year that many look forward to because of its warm, sunny weather, but for some people it can also be a season of suffering due to eye allergies. These are an immune overreaction of the body to certain allergens, such as pollen, mold and dust, which can cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms that affect eye health.
Monday, 10 April 2023
Smoking is one of the leading causes of chronic disease and death worldwide, and its negative effects on health are widely known. However, many are unaware that smoking also has a significant impact on eye health.
Thursday, 30 March 2023
Sleep apnea is a common breathing disorder characterized by interrupted breathing during sleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation, approximately 22% of men and 17% of women suffer from sleep apnea.
Thursday, 23 March 2023
Fuchs' dystrophy is an eye disease that affects the cornea, a transparent layer that covers the eye. The cornea has the function of focusing light entering the eye and transmitting it to the retina, which allows us to see clear images. Fuchs' dystrophy occurs when fluid accumulates in the cornea, causing swelling and damage to the cells that form the cornea.
Thursday, 16 March 2023
Horner's syndrome is a neurological condition that can have a variety of causes and can result in a number of eye and facial symptoms. If symptoms occur, it is important to seek medical attention to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.
Thursday, 02 March 2023
Lagophthalmos is a condition that prevents the eyes from closing completely. If the problem only occurs when sleeping, it is called nocturnal lagophthalmos.
Thursday, 23 February 2023
Healthy eyes and vision are extremely important for optimal sports performance. There are several important visual skills that can affect the practice of a sport. If you want to perform at your best, it is essential that you make sure you see your best.
Thursday, 16 February 2023
Rheumatoid arthritis is a type of autoimmune arthritis that affects the joints and other body tissues. In this disease, the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's cells and tissues, causing inflammation in the joints. This chronic inflammation can damage joint tissue and cause pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of mobility in the affected joints.
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