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Eyestrain, Possible Causes
Many people suffer eyestrain. The severity of the eyestrain is usually linked to the cause. Here are some of the possible causes: 1. Excessive Near Work Our eyes are not meant to focus up close for prolonged periods. We spend a lot of time looking at screens, which results in excessive accommodation (focussing action by […]
World Glaucoma Week 2022
This week we create awareness of one of the most devastating conditions that lead to irreversible vision loss, Glaucoma. The condition is characterized by increased pressure in the eye, resulting in nerve damage. The lost nerves result in vision loss, usually starting on the sides, creating what we call tunnel vision. Glaucoma doesn’t usually have […]
Dry Eye Syndrome (DES)
Dry Eye Syndrome is one of the most common conditions we see at the practice. Most people experience the same symptoms, burning eyes, sandy feeling, teary and red eyes, and blurry vision. Medication, computer use, air conditioning, contact lens wear, and climate may exacerbate the symptoms. We need to remember that DES is a chronic […]
Eyestrain and Headaches
Sometimes when you use the computer for too long or read a book without giving your eyes rest, you may develop a headache. When you focus on something close for a long time, your eyes need to work harder in order to keep your vision clear. This excessive focusing may result in sore, tired eyes, […]
Learning and Vision
Vision problems that are undetected and untreated can affect the child’s ability to learn in school. Good vision is vital for school-aged children to excel. Here are symptoms of learning-related vision problems: Rubbing eyes frequently, headaches and eyestrain. Blurred vision or double vision Crossed eyes or if the eyes move independently of each other. Holding […]
Presbyopia
Presbyopia is one of the conditions we develop as we get older. It is characterised by difficulty reading small print close by. It is caused by weakening of the eye’s focussing system. It’s a natural progression, that usually starts in your early 40s. If you find that you struggle to read small print or thread […]
“I can see, so my eyes are fine, right?”
We often use our vision to judge the health of our eyes, incorrectly assuming everything is okay just because we can see. A lot of South Africans believe what happens at the licensing department is an eye test, and therefore assume all is well when they “pass”. What they do there is just a […]
Headaches and Glaucoma
Acute Angle-closure Glaucoma Acute angle closure glaucoma is a rare type of glaucoma that causes a sudden onset of symptoms including headache. Acute angle closure Glaucoma is a medical emergency. Eye pressure rises quickly in acute angle closure glaucoma causing the following: Increased eye redness Eye pain Cloudy vision Mid-dilated pupil
Myopia
Myopia (Nearsightedness) Myopia is a condition where the distance vision of an individual is blurry, while the near remains clear. Myopic people tend to squint to see things better. They struggle to read subtitles on the TV, they have difficulty reading billboards on the highway, seeing the board in class when sitting at the back, […]
Struggling to Read Small Print?
Presbyopia- Difficulty Seeing Close due to Age. Presbyopia is a condition whereby the eyes become farsighted due to age. The far sightedness is caused by the lens’ inability to focus objects at near. It is a natural process that usually starts in your early 40’s and progresses as you get older. It is characterized by […]