Diabetes and the Eyes
Regular visits to an ophthalmologist are highly recommended for those who have diabetes. High levels of blood sugar increases the risk of various eye and vision related problems. In reality, high blood sugar is the main cause of blindness in diabetic adults between the ages 20 – 75. If you are a diabetic who is […]
Choosing the Right Ophthalmologist
Choosing the right ophthalmologist is one of the most important decisions you can make in your health care. Your future of eye health and your valuable sense of sight depend on your choice and therefore, it is very important that you choose someone with the right skills, qualifications and reputation. One of the most important […]
How Glaucoma is Diagnosed
Glaucoma is a type of eye disease where the pressure within the eye is greatly increased. The high pressure results in a buildup of fluid within the eye and over time, lead to a damaged optic nerve. As it is evident, glaucoma is a serious condition and is best treated immediately and at the […]
What to Expect from a General Eye Exam
Regular eye exams, performed by a qualified professional, are an essential part of your eye care routine. A thoroughly designed eye examination consists of various standard tests that are designed with the intention of measuring the patient’s vision performance. The exams are not painful or uncomfortable and take up less time than an hour. Eye […]
How to Prepare for Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is the best option to restore cataract damaged vision. With a 95% success rate, it is one of the most effective ways of restoring sight with minimal down time. The first step of the process involves running tests to determine the type of IOL (Intraocular Lens) to suit your eyes. The tests will […]
Different types of Premium IOLs
Premium Intraocular Lenses or IOLs are artificially created lenses that are used to replace the natural lens after a cataract surgery. Traditional IOLs only offer vision at one specific distance type and need to be used with contact lenses or eyeglasses for the other distances. As for modern premium IOLs, they come in various different […]
Cataract Surgery for Infants and Children
Congenital cataracts and childhood cataracts are not very common. However, in the event that a child or infant has cataracts, it is not easy to predict how much their vision will be improved after the treatment. In most cases, children tend to have a reduction in vision even after the treatment. Cataract surgery is the […]
The Effectiveness and Risks of Cataract Surgery
When cataracts are identified early, there is a possibility that the patient’s vision may be improved with eyeglasses or magnifying lenses. However, should the problem worsen or if the cataracts are identified too late, surgery is the only way of restoring vision. Cataract surgery is one of the most effective and safe surgery options available. […]
The Cataract Surgery Process
Cataract surgery is often performed as an outpatient procedure. While it may sound complicated, the procedure only takes minutes to complete. Generally, the process involves in the removal of the clouded lens and replacing it with a clear, artificial lens implant. However, there are cases where the cataract is removed without replacing the lens with […]
Important Facts about Congenital Cataracts
It is possible that a pregnant mother may give birth to a baby with cataracts. This type of cataracts is known as congenital cataracts and will result in the baby having a cloudy lens instead of a normal, clear one. There is a high possibility that the child’s vision is impaired to the point of […]
