Dry eyes, also known as dry eye disease or keratoconjunctivitis sicca, is a condition wherein the eyes do not produce enough tears or only produce tears of inadequate quality. Tears keep the eyes moist and help wash away foreign matter that could cause infection of the eyes. The result of dry eyes is a feeling...
Thyroid eye disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes damage to the tissues of the eye. According to a study published in Transactions of the American Ophthalmological Society in 1994, TED is a rare disease – the incidence rate is approximately 19 out of 100,000 people. Here, our eye specialists in Dubai discuss essential things...
Photo by JC Gellidon on Unsplash The surfaces of a person’s eyes require constant and sufficient moisture and lubrication for proper function, continued nourishment and clear vision. When the eyes are unable to produce enough tears, the condition is called dry eyes and it can be uncomfortable to experience. From the best eye hospital in...
Good-quality sunglasses are a smart investment. A great pair provides your eyes with better visual clarity and protection from both UVA and UVB rays. As they come with durable lenses and frames, ensure you get all the benefits of wearing the sunglasses for several years. Good-quality shades also look stylish, versatile, and timeless. As such,...
Notice how your children put their heads too close to their reading material? Or perhaps they tend to reverse words or omit certain letters while reading? These could all be signs of learning problems associated with their vision. Education and eyesight are intimately linked, with 80 percent of learning delivered visually. Even us adults rely...
Photo by Ion Fet on Unsplash Healthy eyes are often described as having sufficient lubrication, white sclera, and good vision. If you visit your eye specialist in Dubai, they will check your sense of sight and confirm if your eyes are in good health. However, there will be instances wherein you’ll feel your eyes are not in excellent...
Scleral lenses are bringing better vision to more people than ever before. As a keratoconus treatment or a solution for ocular surface disorder and some refractive errors, scleral lenses are more and more popular with ophthalmologists. Here is what you need to know about scleral lenses. What are scleral lenses? Scleral lenses are specialty contact...
Image by Pexels from Pixabay The term “strabismus” comes from the same Greek word, which means “to squint.” Also known as crossed eyes, it is a condition characterised by ocular misalignment, be it inward, or outward. In simple terms, patients with strabismus have one eye turned in a direction different from the other eye. When...
Image by Helmut Strasil from Pixabay What is diplopia of the eye? It is what we commonly call double vision, a condition characterized by seeing two images when looking at an object. What causes double vision? Several conditions may cause diplopia. In children, a study found that nonparalytic strabismus is the most common cause of...
Image by vishnu vijayan from Pixabay Retinal tears and detachment are medical emergencies. Retinal damage needs immediate attention from an ophthalmology clinic in Dubai if long-term damage and even blindness are to be avoided. Here, we’ll explain: What your retina is and why it’s important What retinal tears are and how to avoid them What...
