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The impact of smoking on eyesight
Smoking your way to blindness Tobacco smoking is the consumption of tobacco which can be found in lighting cigarettes, cigars and pipes. The practice of inhaling and exhaling such fumes poses an epidemic on its own, known most commonly to
What is Ocular Toxoplasmosis?
Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by the intracellular protozoan parasite known as Toxoplasma gondii. The infection may be acquired or congenital, whereby the foetus acquires it from the mother while in the womb. Most people contract toxoplasmosis by eating raw
Contact Lenses
A contact lens is a transparent piece of “plastic” that sits on the front surface of the eye. It can provide access to clear vision, in addition to having various therapeutic usages. Like the idea of Cinderella being fitted with
Retinitis Pigmentosa
What is Retinitis Pigmentosa? Retinitis Pigmentosa, also known as RP, is a group of eye conditions that affect the retina. This condition can alter how the retina responds to light, making it difficult for people with RP to see. Essentially,
Epiretinal Membrane (ERM)
An epiretinal membrane (ERM) is an eye condition where a thin, clear, and transparent fibrous cellular material forms on the surface of the retina. It commonly occurs, affecting the posterior pole of the retina over the macula. The cause is
Prosthetic Eye
An ocularist’s main duties are to create a prosthetic by moulding, colour matching and supplying the prosthetic to enable the patient some form of symmetry to the facial area. The aim of an ocularist is to replace the affected area
Low Vision Aids (Near)
Low vision aids are designed to improve visual performance and provide enrichment of daily experiences. Just like distance low vision aids, near low vision aids can be optical, non-optical and electronic devices. Usually children tend to not complain about having
Low Vision Aids (Distance)
Low vision aids are designed to improve visual performance and provide enrichment of daily experiences. Low vision aids can be optical, non-optical and electronic devices. Distance Optical Aids: When conventional lenses cannot provide required visual range, aids that have optical
Effect of Alcohol to the Eyes
Alcohol, a psychoactive substance with dependence-producing properties, has been widely used in many cultures for centuries, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Although alcohol consumption is often associated with people having a good time and enjoying themselves, taking it