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Refractive errors and spectacle use in children
Refractive Error Refractive error refers to a difficulty with focus of the eyes, resulting in blurry vision. It is the most common cause of visual impairment in children, constituting 60 to 80% of causes. It is estimated that 2 to…
Spectacle Wear: facts and fallacies
1. Spectacles help you see better when you have a refractive error. FACT! Spectacle lenses help people who have an error of focus such as long-sightedness (called hyperopia), short-sightedness(called myopia), astigmatism (an irregular error) and presbyopia (strained reading starting around…
Cataracts in Children
A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens of the eye, causing reduced vision and even blindness. It may be present at birth (congenital) or develop sometime in infancy, childhood or adolescence (acquired). It may affect either one or…
Nutrition for Good Sight
The eyes are living tissues and require a good diet with essential minerals and vitamins to keep it functioning properly and to resist infection. Essential micronutrients include vitamins with antioxidant activity (Vitamins A, C and E). Vitamin A is usually…
Child | Eye Care | Eye Drops | Health | Ophthalmology
Eye Drops – The Ideal Usage
Eyedrops are often prescribed for use for complaints made at the eye clinic. It is important to use your eyedrops the right way. Here are some tips for proper use of eye medications. 1. It is important to keep good…