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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…
What Is Ocular Torticollis? | OBN
What Is Ocular Torticollis? Ocular torticollis, sometimes referred to as ocular “twisted neck,” is a condition where an individual adopts an abnormal head or neck position to compensate for an eye misalignment or vision disorder. The purpose of this unusual…
Myasthenia Gravis Ptosis and Its Management
What Is Myasthenia Gravis? Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune neuromuscular disorder characterized by fluctuating muscle weakness and fatigue. In individuals with MG, the immune system produces antibodies that target acetylcholine receptors, vital for nerve-to-muscle communication. This disrupts the normal…
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,…
7 Tips for Recovering After Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is a common and effective procedure that involves removing the cloudy lens in the eye and replacing it with an artificial one. While the surgery itself is relatively quick and straightforward, it can take some time for the…
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’…
What is Pneumatic Retinopexy? I OBN
Pneumatic retinopexy is an in-office procedure used to repair certain types of retinal detachments. Pneumatic retinopexy typically treats rhegmatous retinal detachments. The eye is numbed with anesthesia so there is no pain. A gas bubble is injected into the eye…
Alcon Launches Experience Academy App
Alcon has introduced the Alcon Experience Academy (AEA) app to enhance the digital learning experience of eye care professionals (ECPs). The app enables customers to access AEA’s educational and training resources easily. It is a customizable platform that provides ECPs…