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Retinal disorders: An overview

Retinal disorders: An overview

Retina is a fine layer of nerve tissue. Retina is part of the central nervous system (CNS), and is the only portion of it that is visible from the outside. There are two types of photosensitive cells called Cones and Rods, which are about a 125 million in number, and are distributed all over retina non-uniformly.
How is retinal tear and detachment treated?

How is retinal tear and detachment treated?

Retina, a continuation of the central nervous system (CNS), is the only part that is visible from outside. The retina is the organ of sight and is provided with special photosensitive cells called cones and rods. Cones can discern color and produce well-defined sharp color images. They work only in bright light.
How does the retina work?

How does the retina work?

Retina is the screen on the inner layer of eye on which the images are formed by the lens and what is projected on them. The eye is very similar in structure and function to a modern digital camera. Retina, a thin membrane in the eye, is full of nerve supply resting on a highly vascular layer.
Cataract: Causes, types, symptoms, and treatment

Cataract: Causes, types, symptoms, and treatment

A cataract is not an unfamiliar term for us. It is a common sign of aging, can lead to loss of vision and affects daily life at later stages of it. It is one of the most common causes of loss of vision amongst Americans. Here is everything you need to know about cataract and how you can get relief from it.
Signs that you might be experiencing dryness of your eyes

Signs that you might be experiencing dryness of your eyes

Chronic dry eye syndrome is caused due to the deficiency of moisture and lubrication on the outer surface of the eyes. It can also occur when the eyes cannot generate tears or when they produce inconsistent tears that evaporate quickly. Skin inflammation occurs on the surface of the eye. If left untreated, it can lead to ulcers, development of scars on the cornea, blurred or loss vision.
Chronic dry eye syndrome

Chronic dry eye syndrome

Tears play an important role in keeping our eyes clean. They also help in protecting the retina from dust and other particles. If there is a lack in the number of tears produced due to some underlying cause, this leads to irritation in the eyes and various other problems. Chronic dry eye syndrome is a condition in which the eyes become dry often because of lack of tears in the tear glands.
Here’s what you need to know about double vision

Here’s what you need to know about double vision

Double vision is a condition that can occur due to problems associated with eye muscles. The condition can cause a person to view two separate images of a single object. Double vision is of two types. Monocular diplopia is the name for the condition when it occurs in one eye, and double binocular vision is when it takes place in both the eyes.
5 symptoms that might indicate that you have cataracts

5 symptoms that might indicate that you have cataracts

Cataract is one of the most common eyesight-related problems that people suffer from. In fact, over 20 million people above the age of 40 have a cataract in one or both eyes. The best way to manage a case of cataract is to get a corrective surgery done at the right time.
Common eye ailments of the retina and their symptoms

Common eye ailments of the retina and their symptoms

The eye, like any other organ of the body, is prone to may diseases: some degenerative and some as a consequence of another disease. The eye has a two-part lid with long lashes. The frequent closing and opening of the eyes in conjunction with tears keeps the eye clear and lubricated.
How are retinal and macular disorders treated?

How are retinal and macular disorders treated?

The retina is the most important part of the eye. It is the continuation for the central nervous system (CNS) and the only part of the eye that is visible from the outside. It has about 125 million photosensitive cells called cones and rods non-uniformly distributed over the entire retina.
Retina: Some common complaints and their treatments

Retina: Some common complaints and their treatments

The e ye is one’s window to the outside world. It is important that we protect this gift with all our efforts. To fulfill that, one needs to know what the common ailments the eyes suffer from and the ir signs and symptoms and the fact that not taking precautions has great potential for serious damages.
Popular treatment to manage double vision

Popular treatment to manage double vision

Causes of double vision and type of diplopia are two important factors that affect the treatment for double vision. While for people with monocular diplopia, wearing an eye patch may serve as the best treatment for double vision, people with a severe condition may have to resort to eye surgeries.
5 simple ways in which you can prevent cataracts

5 simple ways in which you can prevent cataracts

Cataract is a common vision problem that many people suffer as they cross their 40s. In cataracts, your otherwise clear eye lenses develop a foggy layer on them, and everything appears to be blurry. Although cataract is not a major eye condition, it cannot be ignored for long as it starts affecting your daily routine and makes it difficult for you to perform simple tasks like reading and driving.
The causes, symptoms and treatments for allergic and itchy eyes

The causes, symptoms and treatments for allergic and itchy eyes

Are your eyes allergic to certain elements? Well, this condition is common among many individuals. Eye allergies may be typically caused by allergens in the air or other reasons such as pet dander. Although, an eye allergy is not life threatening, it does cause a lot of discomfort and even disrupt your night’s sleep.

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