Other than general ophthalmological evaluation, there are certain basic investigations to be done for glaucoma. Tonometry Applanation tonometry – gold standard way of measuring the intraocular pressure (eye pressure) Gonioscope Using a mirrored lens, the angles of the eye are visualized. It is usually done in a dim room settings. Follow the link to know …
It is a serious condition that occurs when there is a sudden increase in pressure inside the eye. It is an emergency and if not treated promptly, may result in decreased vision or worse, permanent vision loss. Follow this link to know- What is the angle of the eye? Follow this link to know about …
It is approximately the angle made by the cornea and the iris at their roots. It is angle of the anterior chamber. It is the place where most of the drainage of the aqueous humour (fluid inside the eye) occurs. Follow the link to know about the basic structure of the eye The angle of …
It is the infection of cornea. Follow this link to know – What is cornea??? Shield of cornea Cornea is composed of many layers. The outermost layer acts as a shield and protects the cornea from infections. If for some reason like trauma, prolonged contact lens usage, strong bacterium etc. the shield gets damaged, the …
It is the part of the eye where an image of the objects you see is formed and those signals are transmitted to your brain through the optic nerve. It can be seen by an ophthalmologist using a lens or a photograph can be taken using a fundus camera machine. Follow this link to know …
It is the transparent part of the eye through which we see. it is the outer part of the central eye ball which lies just behind the eyelid when eyes are closed. Follow the link to know about the basic structure of the eye Layers of cornea The cornea is like a thin sheet of …
Increased screen time may result in Myopia progression – frequent change in spectacles Squint Abnormal development of vision What can be done??? Engagement of young children in outdoor games Regular eye exams Try to keep the screen time to the minimum WHO recommendations Under the age of 5 – spend one hour or less per …
It is the damage done to the retina of the eye due to high blood sugar in patients with Diabetes Mellitus. Follow the link to know – What is Retina? What happens in Diabetes??? Having high blood sugar for a long time leads to changes in the small blood vessels supplying the retina. This results …
As I have explained in the previous articles (Primary angle-closure suspect, acute angle closure & What are the different types of glaucoma?), in angle-closure suspect and angle-closure glaucoma, the angle of the eye is narrow. This leads to a sudden or slow increase in eye pressure (intraocular pressure). To treat that or to …
Follow the link to know – What is the angle of the eye?? Primary angle-closure suspect It is the condition where the angle of the eye is narrow -which is abnormal. But, there is no evidence of glaucoma or increased intraocular pressure or any permanent angle changes. Depending on the risk factors you have, your …
