Dry eye syndrome is a common issue affecting many people. Air conditioning, humidifiers, contact lenses, and prolonged computer usage are a few examples of modern lifestyle factors that frequently contribute to it. This condition occurs when there is insufficient tear production or when existing tears evaporate quickly. IRPL is an effective treatment that helps alleviate…
Children have unique eye care needs. When a baby is born, they can see very little. Their vision develops as they grow from infancy to childhood and into their teenage years by making connections with their brain. As their vision improves, many changes happen in their eyes. Understanding these changes is essential for proper eye…
Glaucoma is a disease which is usually inherited. Therefore it is important that all siblings and children of Glaucoma patients undergo a glaucoma screening test. Although anyone can develop Glaucoma, people with a family history of Glaucoma may have a higher risk of developing the condition Understanding Hereditary Glaucoma Hereditary Glaucoma, also known as inherited…
Hand hygiene is a fundamental practice for medical professionals, serving as the first line of defence against spreading infections in healthcare settings. Thorough hand hygiene improves patient safety and medical procedures, making it a crucial hospital practice. It is a simple and low-cost measure to reduce healthcare-associated infections. Some Hard Facts: Healthcare workers are often…
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…
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…