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What is ectropion?

What is ectropion?

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.

Ocular allergies in spring

Ocular allergies in spring

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.

How does smoking affect eye health?

How does smoking 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.

What Is Fuchs' Dystrophy?

What Is Fuchs' Dystrophy?

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.

Do you know Horner's syndrome?

Do you know Horner's syndrome?

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.

The importance of early detection of age-related macular degeneration

The importance of early detection of age-related macular degeneration

Thursday, 09 March 2023

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common eye disease that primarily affects people over the age of 50 and can cause significant loss of central vision. It occurs when the macula, the part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision, deteriorates over time. AMD is classified into two types: dry AMD and wet AMD. Dry AMD is the more common and progressive form, while wet AMD is rarer but more severe.

Inability to close eyelids

Inability to close eyelids

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.

Sports and visual health

Sports and visual health

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.

Rheumatoid arthritis and its effects on the eyes

Rheumatoid arthritis and its effects on the eyes

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.

Eye problems in children that parents should not ignore

Eye problems in children that parents should not ignore

Thursday, 09 February 2023

Children are too young and inexperienced to realize that something is wrong with their vision. Often, eye problems go undetected until they are older, especially if they don't have eye exams other than those they get at school or from their pediatrician. But, as parents, we can notice things that could be signs that your child has vision problems. And the sooner these problems are treated, the better.

Do you feel like you have something in your eye?

Do you feel like you have something in your eye?

Thursday, 02 February 2023

Patients with ocular pathologies often describe a sensation of sand or foreign body in the eye, even though there is nothing there. This symptom, increasingly common in ophthalmology, is aggravated by visual fatigue due to remote work and prolonged use of screens.

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