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Granular Corneal Dystrophy: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Granular corneal dystrophy (GCD) is an inherited eye disorder that affects the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. This autosomal dominant condition is caused by mutations in the TGFBI gene, responsible for encoding a protein found throughout the…
Hypotony Maculopathy: Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment
Borrowing from the language of meteorology, we often talk about intraocular pressure (IOP) in the eye akin to the atmospheric pressure that shapes our weather. But what happens when this pressure drops significantly, much like a sudden atmospheric low pressure…
All About Anterior Basement Membrane Dystrophy
What Is Anterior Basement Membrane Dystrophy? Anterior Basement Membrane Dystrophy (ABMD) is a prevalent corneal dystrophy that often goes unrecognized until it starts affecting our precious gift of sight. As the most common type of corneal dystrophy, ABMD affects the…
How to Manage Dermoid Cyst in the Eye
What Is Dermoid Cyst in the Eye? A dermoid cyst in the eye is a benign, congenital growth that can appear on or around the ocular structures. These cysts are unique because they contain a range of tissue types commonly…
What Is Conjunctival Hyperemia and How to Manage It
What is Conjunctival Hyperemia? Conjunctival hyperemia is the medical term for an excessive dilatation or engorgement of the conjunctival blood vessels. This results in a visible reddening of the white portion of the eye, known as the sclera. In layman’s…
Ocular Herpes: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What Is Ocular Herpes? Ocular herpes is an eye infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, the same virus responsible for cold sores. This condition can manifest in various forms, affecting different parts of the eye including the eyelids, cornea,…
What is Graves Eye Disease?
Graves’ eye disease, also known as Graves’ Ophthalmopathy or Thyroid Eye disease, is a condition that typically develops in people with an overactive thyroid caused by Graves’ disease. The Link to Hyperthyroidism and Eye Symptoms The underlying cause of Graves’…
Types of Custom Contact Lenses
Custom contact lenses are created especially for you and precisely fit your eyes. These are mainly applied when conventional contact lenses are irritating you and cause discomfort every time you use them. These are extremely convenient if you have astigmatism…
In Depth Look at Anatomy of the Eye
The human eye is one of the most complex and important sensory organs in the body. It allows us to see and interpret the world around us. The anatomy of the eye is made up of several different parts that…
What is Pseudophakia? | OBN
Pseudophakia, is a Latin word, made up of two parts pseudo (fake or artificial) and phakia(lens). It is an incredible visual rehabilitation technique, where an artificial İntraocular lens is introduced into the affected eye after the extraction of a cloudy…