Blog Archives - Gurjeet Jutley

Smoking and Eye Health

December, 2024

Smoking is widely known to cause systemic health problems, ranging from cancer to cardiovascular disease. What is less widely appreciated, is that smoking has significant risks on the health of the eyes. As an eye surgeon in Oxford, I frequently encounter patients who are experiencing vision issues linked to smoking. This article aims to shed light on the impact of smoking on eye health, highlighting the specific conditions it can cause and the risks...

Managing Screen Time for Healthy Eyes

October, 2024

In today’s technology-driven world, the use of digital devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers is common place. While these devices are essential for work, communication, and entertainment, prolonged use can adversely affect our eye health. Gurjeet Jutley, an expert ophthalmologist based in Oxford is dedicated to helping you understand and manage digital eye strain effectively and provides a short guide on this topic...

Myopia Management: Your Guide to Clear Vision

May, 2024

As we observe Myopia Awareness Week from May 13th to 19th, it gives us an opportunity to explore this prevalent eye condition affecting millions worldwide. In this article, Gurjeet Jutley, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon in Oxford, aims to raise awareness and provide in-depth insights into the diagnosis, causes, symptoms, and management of myopia. What is Myopia? Myopia, commonly referred to as near-sightedness or...

A guide to nutrition for healthy eyes

May, 2024

Nourish Your Vision: A Guide to Nutrition for Healthy Eyes In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the importance of proper nutrition for maintaining optimal eye health. As a consultant ophthalmologist specialising in cataract and glaucoma procedures, Mr. Gurjeet Jutley understands the critical role that nutrition plays in supporting vision. In this article, Mr Jutley explores the connection between nutrition and eye health, focusing on...

The Do’s & Don’ts of Using Eye-Drops

May, 2023

Eye drops are practical, simple-to-use medical treatment for a range of eye conditions, as well as alleviating symptoms such as itchiness, burning, and discomfort in the eye. Eye drops are prescribed by an ophthalmologist to prevent eye infections or to aid recovery from surgery. Prescribed eye drops should be used as directed. This is important because eye drops are formulated in a particular way for maximum safety and effectiveness. If they’re...

A quick guide to lens replacement surgery

March, 2023

Lens replacement surgery, also known as lens exchange or lens replacement, is a surgical procedure in which the natural lens inside the eye is removed and replaced with an artificial lens. It can be a very valid option instead of wearing contact lenses or glasses. In this blog, Gurjeet Jutley provides a quick guide to lens replacement surgery and outlines what you can expect. Is lens replacement surgery the same as cataract...

How to treat astigmatism

February, 2023

Astigmatism is a common visual finding that most commonly affects the shape of the cornea and can cause distorted or blurry vision. It is essential to properly diagnose and treat astigmatism to maintain good vision and eye health. In this article, Gurjeet Jutley discussed the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for astigmatism. What is astigmatism and how is it caused? The eye has two structures, the cornea and...

When can I start normal activities after cataract surgery?

September, 2022

Although each case is different, your vision should begin to get back to normal within a few days of having the procedure. Whilst cataract surgery is common, a reasonable period of recovery time is still needed, and when you get home you will want to rest and recuperate for a while. In this article, Gurjeet Jutley explains what you can expect after cataract surgery, and how long it will take until you can get back to your...

What happens after glaucoma surgery?

September, 2022

What happens after glaucoma surgery? Unlike cataract surgery, glaucoma surgery very rarely improves vision. Rather, it’s intended to stabilise vision and reduce the risk of future sight loss by reducing the pressure within the eye. This can be done in many different ways: essentially either reducing fluid into the eye or increasing fluid leaving the eye. In this brief article, Gurjeet Jutley takes a look at what you can expect after...

What does seeing halos around lights mean?

August, 2022

What does seeing halos around lights mean? If you notice that you are seeing bright circles or rings, like halos, around light sources when you look at them, it requires urgent assessment. It has several potential causes and consequences, some of which have serious implications. The phenomena can be a particular problem when it happens at night, or in a dimly lit space where they can interfere with your vision. It might just be a...

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