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Glaucomatous Optic Nerve Damage | OBN
The optic nerve is composed of approximately 1.5 million nerve fibers at the back of the eye that carry visual messages from the retina to the brain. When light hits the retina, the photoreceptors (light-sensitive cells) receive and transmit this…
Horner Syndrome Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Horner’s Syndrome is a rare neurological condition that affects the nerves controlling the pupil, eyelid, and facial sweating on one side of the face. It is caused by damage to the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for controlling certain…
Ocular Synechiae: A Rare but Serious Eye Condition
Synechiae, also known as adhesions, are abnormal bands of scar tissue that form between two or more organs or tissues. These bands can occur in different parts of the body and can cause a variety of symptoms. In this article,…
How Photopsies Occur and What is Photopsies
Briefly, a photopsia is a flash or light floating in your eye. They appear to be shiny and luminous. They can be experienced in one eye or both eyes at the same time. Photopsia can either be temporary or they…
What is scotoma? Causes and Types – OBN
Scotomas can be referred to as blind spots, which are the areas we cannot see. They appear dark or very light, blurred or in a flickering state. These can either be short or long-term. Scotomas don’t cause any serious problems…
Alkem Laboratories Enters Ophthalmology Field
Alkem Laboratories has made its foray into the field of ophthalmology by introducing a comprehensive range of affordable and high-quality eye care products. This strategic expansion showcases Alkem’s dedication to innovation and commitment to meeting the diverse needs of patients…
What Is Salzmann’s Nodular Degeneration?
What Is Salzmann’s Nodular Degeneration? Salzmann Nodular degeneration is an asymmetric, noninflammatory and slowly progressive condition associated with the formation of fibrous outgrowths in any part of cornea. It is usually secondary to phlyctenular or trachomatous keratitis, it appears as…
What Is Conjunctivochalasis? | OBN
What Is Conjunctivochalasis? The term conjunctivochalasis was coined by Wendell Hughes in 1942, It means slackening of the conjunctiva which is bound to happen as humans progress in age and the body tissues lose their elasticity. It is a common ocular…
What Is Inflammatory Glaucoma? | OBN
What Is Inflammatory Glaucoma? Inflammatory Glaucoma, also defined as Uveitic Glaucoma, is a disorder in which persistent or recurring IOP elevation results in morphological and physiological alterations of optic disc typical of primary open-angle Glaucoma. Inflammation of the ocular tissues…
What is the night blindness? Causes and Symptoms
This condition, which your doctor will refer to as nyctalopia, will cause you to have trouble seeing well in the dark or in poor lighting. It’s not considered as a disease, but rather a symptom of underlying eye problems, more…