Is Stargardt’s Disease Genetic?
Also known as juvenile macular degeneration, Stargardt’s disease is a genetic eye disorder that causes progressive vision loss. It affects the macula, an area of…
November 25, 2019
Read PostHow is Uveitis Diagnosed?
Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, which is made up of the iris, ciliary body and choroid. Together, these form the middle layer of…
November 18, 2019
Read PostHow Does Technology Affect Our Eyes?
Most of us spend several hours a day on laptops, smartphones or iPads. With so much of our day involving staring at a brightly lit…
November 11, 2019
Symptoms of Damaged Retina?
The retina is a layer of tissue in the back of your eye that senses light and sends images to your brain, thereby enabling you…
November 4, 2019
What Causes Light Flashes in Eyes?
Many conditions cause photopsia — flashes of light in the eye. Flashes of light can be harmless, or an indicator of a serious eye problem…
October 25, 2019
What is a Retinal Specialist?
A retinal specialist is a medical doctor who has specialized in ophthalmology and sub-specialized in diseases and surgery of the vitreous body of the eye…
October 18, 2019
What is a Retina Eye Problem?
Retina eye problem is a broad term used to describe any damage or disorder of the innermost, light-sensitive layer of the eye. The retina is…
October 11, 2019
Can Glaucoma Be Cured?
Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness, affecting around 2% of the population. It is the result of progressive damage to the optic nerve…
October 4, 2019
What is Vitrectomy Surgery?
Vitrectomy is a type of eye surgery that treats disorders of the retina and vitreous. The retina is the light-sensing tissue found lining the inside…
September 25, 2019