Tag Archives: Eye Conditions

Conjunctivitis A Guide

Conjunctivitis: A Guide

Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is a common eye condition that affects millions of people every year. It’s caused by an infection or allergies, and it usually improves within a couple of weeks without treatment. What is Conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin transparent membrane that lines the inside of […]

Myopia and Preventative Treatment: A Guide

Doctors usually diagnose myopia before age 20. The condition affects distance vision, allowing you to see nearby objects clearly but making distant ones blurry. Experts estimate that by 2050, short-sightedness could affect 5 billion people, half the global population. Myopia treatments include glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. About Myopia Myopia is a progressive eye disorder […]

Age-Related Macular Degeneration: A Guide

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of your vision. It is more common from the age of 60, and is the leading cause of vision loss for older adults. Whilst AMD does not cause total blindness, it can make everyday activities like reading and recognising faces difficult. Without […]

What are Cataracts? A close up of what it looks like

Eye Cataracts Explained

Have you ever experienced blurry vision, trouble seeing at night, or colours appearing faded? If so, you might be suffering from an eye condition known as cataracts. Cataracts can develop at any age, cause a variety of uncomfortable symptoms and can in extreme cases lead to blindness if left untreated. The good news is that […]