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Different Types of Cataracts?

October, 2019

Cataracts are one of the most common causes of reversible blindness in the world, with around 10 million cataract operations performed globally each year. The natural lens in your eye becomes cloudy or opaque, causing scattering of light and diminished rays entering the eye. This makes it harder to see clearly, causing visual morbidity. Many types of cataracts exist, including nuclear sclerotic, cortical and posterior subcapsular. Nuclear...

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Computer games and eyesight

December, 2018

How gameplay can affect the eyes Protracted periods of time in front of the computer concentrating on games can induce unpleasant symptoms including blurred vision, headaches, fatigue and eye discomfort. The primary reason is the reluctance to take breaks once fully immersed in the game. The focus of the eye constantly changes when concentrating on video screens, potentially causing eye fatigue. The importance of breaks Lack of blinking when...

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Driving and eye care

December, 2018

Without doubt vision has a major impact on the ability to drive safely on the roads. This is highlighted by guidance and restriction on driving by the DVLA. For example there are a range of conditions that should be brought to the attention of the DVLA in order to ascertain legality to drive. Simple advice should be followed to ensure safety is preserved. Follow your health care advice Use distance spectacles or contact lenses always If...

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A guide to astigmatism

October, 2018

A quick guide to astigmatism The outer dome of the eye called the cornea is shaped like a football, with light rays bent uniformly to focus at the back of the eye. Astigmatism occurs when the curvature of the eye’s cornea (or lens) is not spherical: i.e. it’s shaped like a rugby ball. This affects the eye’s ability to focus light on the retina, leading to blurry and distorted vision. This is a minor condition and it can usually be corrected...

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A quick guide to glaucoma

August, 2018

A quick guide to glaucoma Glaucoma is an eye condition that involves damage to the optic nerve. The optic nerve connects the eye with the brain. Glaucoma is commonly caused by the imbalance that leads to raised pressure of fluid in the front of the eye. The fluid increases pressure, and the condition is one of the most important causes of irreversible sight loss in the working aged population. How glaucoma develops One particularly worrying...

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