Presbyopia is a condition where we develop farsightedness due to age. It is characterized by difficulty reading small print up close, and having to hold reading material further away. This condition is a normal part of the ageing process, where...
Category: Your Vision
Children’s vision
Children of school going age should have an eye exam once a year. Eye problems are not limited to vision, but good muscular function and the ability to focus for prolonged periods are also important for academic success. Here are...
What Is Astigmatism?
Astigmatism is a condition where the cornea (transparent layer covering the coloured part of the eye) is oval instead of perfectly round. This irregular curve means that light rays entering your eye focus in two different places on the light-sensitive...
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Common Myth
An eye examination is only necessary if you have problems Not true. You might experience accurate vision but you have no idea of what is going on in your eyes. Preventive maintenance will keep your eyesight working much longer. An...
Common Eyesight Myths
Reading fine print for too long or Reading in dim light will damage your eyes Not true. You will experience eye strain, yes. But this will disappear after resting. There is no evidence to suggest permanent damage from reading fine...
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Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease in which the normally round cornea begins to weaken and becomes more cone-shaped. This cone shape deflects light as it enters the eye, causing increasing nearsightedness and problems with distorted and blurred vision. Keratoconus can...
Eyecare Tip Number 8
Exercise regularly What is good for your general health is usually good for your eye health. Maintaining good health includes protection of our eyes. Even though vision problems are often caused by age-related eye conditions, it does not mean that...
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Eyecare Tip Number 7
Avoid smoking It is known to increase the risk of developing age-related eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration.
Eyecare Tip Number 6
Keep healthy Your diet matters. Antioxidants can reduce the risk of cataracts. Eating fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids may also reduce the risk of macular degeneration. Drink water regularly, we need it to produce tears. If you have dry eyes,...
Eyecare Tip Number 5
Blue light emission Artificial lamps and digital screens generate some amount of blue light which has been implicated as harmful. Take regular breaks from your computer screen and get protective lens coatings which reduce the amount of blue light emitted...