Anophthalmia or anophthalmos, is a medical term used to describe the congenital (by birth) absence of one or both the eyes. Here, the entire or partial…
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According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, over 40,000 sports-related injuries are reported each year. And the good new is, most of these are preventable up…
Inflammation of oil secreting glands called meibomin glands in the eyelids is known as meibomianitis. These glands have small openings which releases oils onto the eyelid…
Dry eye disease/syndrome is a common tear film disorder and it is affecting many people, especially those who are older than the age of 40 years.…
Age related macular degeneration is a pain free disease which gradually destroys your central vision. It is mostly seen in aged people. There are some antioxidants…
Albinism is caused due to recessive alleles inheritance from the parents. In rare cases, this condition is caused because of gene mutations. Whatever the reason may…
The lack of pigment is defined as albinism, that not only affects outward appearance, but also results in ocular development. Pigment in the hair, skin and…
Paralysis of cranial nerves which control eye movement is cranial nerve palsy. It results in the inability to move the eyes. Depending on the nerve which…
The lens is present behind the pupil in the eye and it helps to provide clear vision. When the very thin and supporting ligaments are disturbed,…
Diagnosing the condition early and undergoing treatment in time helps to prevent complications. It is very difficult to diagnose Sjogren’s syndrome and the symptoms mimic other…
Surgery helps to treat band keratopathy. This article gives information about the procedure involved in the surgery. Surgical Care Usually, band keratopathy surgical debridement is very…
Band keratopathy is caused due to the calcium salts precipitation on the surface of the cornea (under the epithelium directly). Normal body fluids (such as aqueous…