Blinking is a typical and vital physiological process that moisturises and shields the eyes from allergens. When you reach adolescence, your blink rate increases to 14–17 times per minute on average, remaining at that level for the rest of your life. In contrast, children and babies blink twice per minute on average. When you speak,…
Eye drops are among the most commonly used medications in everyone’s medicine cabinet, whether for allergies, conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, glaucoma, or dry eye. This blog lets us understand how to use eye drops properly to ensure your eyes are healthy. Avoidable mistakes while using eye drops: Excessive or inappropriate use of eye drops might harm…
Quality is not an accident but a result of intelligent efforts. There must be a will to produce superior things; this is our mission statement. Zamindar Microsurgical Eye Centre (ZMEC) is your premier destination for comprehensive eye care in Bangalore. At ZMEC, we believe that early detection and timely care are vital to maintaining healthy…
In the words of Margaret Wheatley, “Without reflection, we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences and failing to achieve anything useful.” These profound words resonate deeply within the healthcare sector, particularly as we stand at the precipice of transformative change. The global health landscape is shifting from traditional models to a more…
The eye’s natural lens helps to focus light on the retina for clear vision. Our clear natural lens may become opaque with age due to the formation of cloudy structures due to the accumulation of denatured proteins. The condition is called cataract. An intraocular lens (IOL) is a lens implanted in the eye, usually as…
Eyesight is an invaluable sense, especially during the formative years of childhood. Ensuring the optimal vision health of our little ones extends far beyond the ability to see clearly; it profoundly impacts their overall development and well-being. This blog explains the importance of paediatric eye exams in protecting a child’s vision and what to expect…
Introduction Diabetic retinopathy is a severe eye complication that can afflict people with diabetes. Elevated blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels in the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue situated at the back of the eye. Failure to treat this condition may result in visual impairment or even total blindness. One of the eye…
A recent ICMR study revealed that about 101 million people in India are diabetic. Diabetes is a metabolic condition wherein glucose levels are higher than the healthy range. Though glucose is the primary energy source, its high levels can damage blood vessels and nerves throughout the body, including the eyes. Thus, high blood glucose levels…
Myopia, commonly known as near-sightedness, is a condition where eyes have difficulty focusing on distant objects. Its incidence has increased rapidly over the past few decades, especially in urban areas with high levels of reading and using digital screens. Research shows that about half of the world’s population will have myopia by 2050. Further, nearly…
Parents try their best to ensure their little one is healthy, happy, and thrive to their best potential. They consult paediatricians regularly, upgrade their nutrition timely and so on. However, many parents may fail to focus on eye health as they do not show apparent signs and symptoms of eye problems. But, regular eye checkups play an…