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Eye movments- noticing change in my child’s eyes

Have I ever noticed change in my child’s eye movements. Is my observation about my child’s eye movements is correct?. Well, YES. The noticing of peculiar gaze, head posture and not so normal eye movements in a toddler can be alarming for something interfering the normal brain functioning. There are following abnormal patterns that parents…

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Best contact lenses for dry eyes-comfort for a whole day

If you have dry eyes, you know how uncomfortable it can be to wear contact lenses. Whether it’s irritation, dryness, or that constant feeling like something’s in your eye, it can make wearing contacts feel more like a hassle than a convenience. In this article, we’ll share some of the best contact lenses for dry…

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Intermittent exotropia- things you should know about this condition

Intermittent exotropia is a common type of eye misalignment (strabismus) where one or both eyes tend to drift outward, particularly when focusing on distant objects or when a person is fatigued. This condition, often seen in children, can affect visual development if left untreated. Early detection and treatment are essential to prevent further complications in…

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Retinoscopy- everything you must know about it

Retinoscopy is a clinical procedure used to objectively measure the refractive error and accommodative state of the eye—a handheld instrument that projects light into the eye—is used to observe the reflection (or reflex) from the retina to gauge how the light moves within the eye. The results obtained from retinoscopy allow clinicians to determine the…

Optical coherence topography (OCT)- things you need to know
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Optical coherence topography (OCT)- things you need to know

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique used to capture detailed images of the retina, the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye. OCT was first introduced by Dr. David Huang and his colleagues in the early 1990s. The technology was developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and quickly became…

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Amblyopia vs strabismus- their difference and relation

In the field of eyecare, the terms like amblyopia and strabismus are very important in terms of their knowledge, basic understandings, types , diagnosis and management. Their understanding is important specifically in pediatric as these conditions in the early childhood have good management and treatment plans. To address their differences and relation, the important points…

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Cornea transplant cost and its importance

A cornea transplant is a surgical procedure which replaces a damaged or diseased cornea with a healthy donor cornea. The cornea is the eye’s clear, dome-shaped front surface that plays a crucial role in focusing vision. Corneal transplants are performed to restore vision, reduce pain, and improve the appearance of a damaged or diseased cornea….