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Pinguecula   What is a pinguecula?  A pinguecula is a type of growth that can form on the conjunctiva of the eye. They are yellowish or very light brown and have a slightly raised, triangle shape. Pingueculae are not a type of…

Understanding dry eye syndrome Dry eye syndrome is caused by a chronic lack of sufficient lubrication and moisture on the surface of the eye. Consequences of dry eyes range from subtle but constant eye irritation to significant inflammation and even…

Red Eyes (Bloodshot Eyes)   What are red eyes? Red eyes (or red eye) is a condition where the white of the eye (the sclera) has become reddened or “bloodshot.” The appearance of red eye can vary widely. It can look…

How computer glasses can ease digital eye strain And eye strain and other symptoms of computer vision syndrome don’t occur only in adults. Millions of children work at a computer every day, either at home or in school. Prolonged computer use can…

Presbyopia Presbyopia is the normal loss of near focusing ability that occurs with age. Most people begin to notice the effects of presbyopia sometime after age 40, when they start having trouble seeing small print clearly — including text messages…

Signs That May Show Your Child Has a Vision Problem It’s natural for parents to want the best for their children: the best health, the best opportunities and the best resources to help them succeed.  One of the most important…

Retinopathy   Definition Retinopathy is any disease of the retina of the eye. The word retinopathy also describes damage to the retina from other diseases, such as diabetes or hypertension. Retinopathy pronunciation: “ret-in-AH-puh-thee” Retinopathy symptoms Depending on the location and severity of…

Glaucoma treatment options   Once glaucoma is diagnosed, your eye doctor will prescribe one or more methods to reduce your eye pressure (intraocular pressure or IOP). The first type of glaucoma treatment used is typically prescription eye drops. These need to be used daily…

Diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema Diabetic retinopathy — vision-threatening damage to the retina of the eye caused by diabetes — is the leading cause of blindness among working-age Nigerians. The good news: Diabetic retinopathy can often be prevented with early detection, proper management…

GLAUCOMA Glaucoma is a group of conditions that describe damage to the optic nerve that’s usually caused by elevated pressure inside the eye; untreated it can lead to blindness. Glaucoma is almost always caused by too much pressure inside one or both…