What is Corona Virus? Coronavirus refers to a group of viruses that causes respiratory infections in Humans. Most members of this group cause only mild infections such as common cold but some can cause lethal diseases such as SARS also known as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome and MERS which is the Middle East Respiratory...

Corneal Ulcer A corneal ulcer is an open sore of the cornea. There are a wide variety of causes of corneal ulcers, including infection, physical and chemical trauma, corneal drying and exposure, and contact lens overwear and misuse. Corneal ulcers are a serious problem and may result in loss of vision or blindness. Symptoms...

Computer Vision Syndrome Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is a condition resulting from focusing the eyes on a computer or other display device for protected, uninterrupted periods of time and the eye muscles being unable to recover from the strain due to lack of adequate sleep. This is also called digital eye strain. Symptoms Symptoms...

What are Cataracts A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which lies behind the iris and the pupil. The lens inside the eye works like a camera lens, focusing light onto the retina for clear vision. It also adjusts the eye’s focus, letting us see things clearly both up close and...

What is Blepharitis An inflammation of the eyelid that affects eyelashes or tear production. Cause Blepharitis commonly occurs when the tiny oil glands of the inner eyelid become inflamed. It often occurs along with other skin conditions or allergies. Symptoms Blepharitis can develop at any age and symptoms are as follows: itchy, sore and...

What is Bell’s Palsy? Bell’s palsy is a neurological condition that affects the muscles of your face. It causes weakness or partial paralysis of the muscles on one side of your face. As a result the eyelid may not close properly and smile may become uneven. Bell’s palsy usually affects adults and is rare...

What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is an imperfection in the curvature of the cornea or lens of the eye. Normally, the cornea and lens are smooth and curved equally in all directions. This helps to focus light rays sharply onto the right location on the retina at the back of the eye. If there is...

What is Amblyopia? Amblyopia is when the vision in one or both eyes does not develop properly during childhood. It is a common problem seen in babies and young children. Amblyopia can happen because the eye and the brain are not working together properly. The eye itself looks normal, but it is not being...

What is Age Related Macular Degeneration? Age Related Macular Degeneration also known as ARMD or AMD is an eye condition that causes vision loss in 50 years and older persons. It causes damage to the macula, which is located near the centre of the retina and the part of eye which is needed for...