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Effects of Pregnancy on Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a bilateral, noninflammatory, and often asymmetric condition that leads to progressive thinning and steepening of the cornea. This corneal irregularity may lead to blurry and distorted vision. Although the exact cause of keratoconus remains unknown, it is thought…
What is color blindness and what are its types?
Color blindness is a deficiency in seeing color or differentiating colors. Color blindness is an inherited vision problem mainly but can arise by losing functionality in cone cells in the retina or from heavy physical or chemical damage in the…
What is Mucus Fishing Syndrome, Causes and Treatments
Eye mucus fishing syndrome is a cyclic condition resulting from the constant extraction of mucous strands from the eye. The condition itself starts with ocular irritation, then leads to excessive mucus production, thereby causing further irritation and more mucus discharge.…
Pterygium Symptoms, Causes, and Surgery
What Is Surfer’s Eye? Pterygium is characterized by a thickening of the conjunctiva tissue that takes on a wing-like or triangular shape and grows from the inner corners of the eye, often extending onto the cornea. Pterygium can either affect…
Use of Contact Lenses in Color Blindness
Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency, is a condition in which an individual has difficulty distinguishing certain colors. While it is more common in men than women, it can affect people of all ages and races. There are…
Eye Infection Treatment with Chloramphenicol Eye Drops- OBN
Durysta (bimatoprost and chloramphenicol) is a prescription medication produced by Allergan that is used to lower intraocular pressure (IOP) in people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension (high pressure in the eye). It is a combination of two medications: bimatoprost,…
The Benefits of Selenium for Eye Health and Vision
Selenium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in maintaining overall health and wellness, particularly in regards to eye health and thyroid eye disease. One of the main ways that selenium contributes to eye health is by acting…
Intraretinal Microvascular Abnormalities | OBN
An Introduction to Intraretinal Microvascular Abnormalities Intraretinal microvascular abnormalities (IRMAs) are tiny blood vessels in the retina that deviate from their normal shape and size. These abnormalities are commonly found in people with diabetic retinopathy and can lead to vision…
What is Smartphone Vision Syndrome?
What is Smartphone Vision Syndrome? Smartphone Vision Syndrome, also known as digital eye strain, is a condition that affects people who spend long hours using digital devices such as smartphones, laptops, and tablets. It occurs when the eyes are exposed…
FDA’s Warning about Unapproved Amniotic Fluid Eye Drops
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a safety communication warning against the use of amniotic fluid eye drops to treat dry eye disease. The FDA has found that some manufacturers are marketing and distributing these drops without…