What a strange time we have landed ourselves in! More like a science fiction novel or movie than real life. In Australia we have partial lock downs including landmarks like Bondi Beach, measures unheard of and unprecedented. Now that many members of our community have been encouraged to work from home, including school and university kids, we will need a way to cohabitate and survive, without going crazy or infecting our loved ones. Today I will update you on what is happening with regards to COVID-19 and the eye. We know that the virus can be secreted from the mucous membranes of the nose and mouth, but it has also been isolated in tears. In fact the first Chinese doctors...
A large number of Aussie kids are suffering from eye damage due to the sun, with doctors saying UV rays can lead to health issues including cataracts and blindness.
A cataract is a clouding in the lens of the eye. Cataracts can affect one or both eyes and can lead to blindness. In fact, cataracts are the leading cause of blindness across the globe.
In the field of Ophthalmology there sure are some funky words. One of them is Pterygium. Before we get up close and personal with this condition, let’s learn how to pronounce Pterygium. Ok, now that you can say it, what IS Pterygium? What is Pterygium of the Eye? In plain language, a Pterygium is a growth on the eyeball. More accurately, it’s an overgrowth of pinkish tissue that starts in the white of the eye (the sclera) and grows over the clear covering (cornea) that protects the coloured part of the eye (the iris). What Causes Pterygium of the Eye? The most significant factor contributing to the development of Pterygia (Pterygia is the plural form of Pterygium) is...
