It is specifically refers to inflammation of the middle layer of the eye, termed the “uvea” but in common usage may refer to any inflammatory process involving the interior of the eye.
It requires an urgent referral and thorough examination by an ophthalmologist or optometrist along with urgent treatment to control the inflammation
Symptoms
Increased sensitivity to light;
Blurring of vision;
Pain …
It is a clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye. A cloudy lens prevents light from focusing sharply on the retina. It is not:
a film over the eye;
caused by overusing the eyes;
spread from one eye to the other;
a cause of irreversible blindness.
When must be removed?
A cataract (Cat) does not have to be removed just because …
One of a leading cause of blindness among older people is known as glaucoma (G). It is a specific kind of diseases that damage the optic nerve, the big bundle of nerves that carries the images we see to the brain. As many people know, it has something to do with pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure), and …