Thursday, 07 November 2024
Diabetes not only affects blood sugar levels, but can also have serious consequences for eye health. Maintaining good vision is a common challenge among diabetics, as uncontrolled glucose levels can damage the delicate blood vessels in the eyes. The 3 most common eye pathologies in people with diabetes are diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, and cataracts.
Thursday, 31 October 2024
Nystagmus is an eye disorder that manifests itself through involuntary, rapid, and repetitive movements of the eyes. These movements can be horizontal, vertical, or rotary, and the speed and frequency can vary. Although often associated with visual problems, nystagmus itself is not a vision problem, but rather a symptom that can be caused by various neurological or genetic conditions. This condition has a significant impact on the way we perceive the world around us and, in some cases, can interfere with daily activities.
Thursday, 24 October 2024
Wearing glasses can make a huge difference to your quality of life, but did you know that your glasses prescription isn't forever? Over time, your vision changes, and it's important to be aware of the signs that it's time to get your lenses renewed. In this blog, we explore the key signs that will tell you it's time to make a visit to the eye doctor to update your prescription.
Thursday, 17 October 2024
Vision is one of our most precious senses, and color plays a fundamental role in our perception of the world. However, there are people who experience difficulties in perceiving colors in a normal way. Achromatopsia, also known as color blindness, is a condition in which individuals cannot perceive colors and see the world in grayscale. In addition, they often have problems with visual acuity, sensitivity to light, and involuntary eye movement.
Thursday, 10 October 2024
World Sight Day is a date of great relevance, promoted by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) with the aim of raising awareness about the importance of visual health and the prevention of blindness and visual impairment. This day becomes a global call for people, institutions and governments to take action in favor of healthy and accessible vision for all.
Thursday, 03 October 2024
Vitrectomy is an ophthalmic surgical procedure performed to treat a variety of conditions affecting the back of the eye, specifically the vitreous cavity. This cavity is filled with a clear gel called the vitreous humor, which takes up about 80% of the volume of the eye and helps maintain its shape. During a vitrectomy, this vitreous gel is removed and, depending on the case, may be replaced with saline, gas, or silicone oil to maintain the shape of the eye.
Thursday, 26 September 2024
Eye emergencies encompass a variety of situations, such as cuts, scrapes, objects caught in the eye, burns, chemical exposure, and blunt force injuries to the eye or eyelid. In addition, certain eye infections and conditions such as blood clots or glaucoma may also require urgent medical attention. Since the eye is particularly vulnerable to injury, any of these situations can lead to vision loss if not treated promptly.
Thursday, 19 September 2024
Keratoconus is a disease that thins and deforms the cornea, affecting vision. Although rubbing your eyes seems harmless, this habit is especially harmful to those who suffer from this condition, accelerating its progress and aggravating symptoms.
Thursday, 12 September 2024
Oculomotor palsies are a group of disorders that affect the muscles that control eye movement. These palsies can interfere with the ability to move the eyes in a coordinated manner, leading to double vision (diplopia), difficulty focusing, and problems with balance and eye coordination.
Thursday, 05 September 2024
Prism lenses are a special type of optical lens designed to correct eye alignment problems, such as diplopia (double vision) and other forms of strabismus. Unlike traditional lenses, which only correct refractive problems such as nearsightedness or astigmatism, prism lenses bend light so that the eyes can align images correctly.
Thursday, 29 August 2024
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a chronic condition that can have adverse effects on various parts of the body, including vision. Although it is common to think of hypertension as a problem that primarily affects the heart and arteries, its impact can extend to the eyes, putting eye health at risk.
Thursday, 22 August 2024
Laser vision correction has advanced significantly in recent decades, offering a variety of options for those seeking clear vision without relying on contact lenses or glasses. Two of these procedures are PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) and Trans-PRK (Transepithelial Photorefractive Keratectomy). While both methods are effective in correcting refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, there are key differences in the technique and recovery process.
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