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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...

What is an Ophthalmologist? Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who specialise in disorders and diseases of the eye and visual system.

Eye damage from UV rays is a serious matter. As eye surgeons, we see the devastating impact of the harsh Australian sun on eyes all too often. So today we want to bring you some facts and bust some myths about eye damage from UV rays, so that Australians are equipped with the knowledge they need to protect their eyes from the sun.