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Smoking is widely known for its harmful effects on the lungs and heart, but did you know it can also damage your eyes and vision? Studies show that smoking increases the risk of several eye diseases, some of which can lead to blindness. If you are a smoker, understanding these risks may encourage you to protect your eyesight. 1. Increased Risk of Cataracts Cataracts cause clouding of the eye’s natural lens, leading to blurry vision and, if untreated, blindness. Smoking doubles the risk of developing cataracts at an earlier age due to oxidative stress on the lens. The more you smoke, the higher your risk. 2. Higher Chances of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) AMD affects the central vision, making tasks like reading and recognizing faces difficult. Smokers are three times more likely to develop AMD compared to non-smokers. Smoking reduces blood flow to the retina and damages light-sensitive cells, accelerating vision loss. 3. Dry Eye Syndrome Tobacco smoke contains harmful chemical...

  LASIK eye surgery is a transformative medical intervention that enhances and corrects poor vision while decreasing reliance on corrective lenses. Even though the procedure is practically effortless, there is much more to be done after the surgery for proper healing. Here is what can be anticipated after LASIK with the imperative care tips to help support an easy recovery. Effects Right Post-Surgery After the LASIK procedure, the patients may notice some of these: - Slight face discomfort as if the eye needs to be rubbed - Slightly foreboding or unexplained visuals - More Intense feeling towards various rays of light - Few-to-no tears being produced in your eyes - Glares coming from light sources - Harmless cumulonimbus looking tree stumps Most of these symptoms are common and occur after surgery for almost every patient. As the eyes begin to heal, most of these will be recovered within a few days. Timeline for Recovery 24-Hour Mark: First and foremost, your eyes have gone through...

  Uveitis is an eye condition in which the center part, known as the "uvea," becomes inflamed. This part is vital for providing nutrients to the eye, but when inflamed it can cause pain, redness, and blurry vision. Eye hospitals like   Save Sight Centre,   can be the best choice for   Uveitis treatment in Delhi. There are expert physicians specializing in treating it like Dr. Rajeev Jain, who offers eye drops, medicines, or other therapies designed to reduce inflammation and protect eyesight. Just remember seeking timely medical assistance can make an enormous difference when it comes to eye health preservation. What are the Causes? The cause of inflammation is determined by a variety of causes and knowing what causes it is vital to ensuring that treatment options are effective. Infections:  Different types of infections can cause it. Bacterial infections like tuberculosis and Lyme disease viral infections such as herpes and cytomegalovirus, fungal infections an...

Children's face time with screens has significantly increased since the pandemic. Students constantly engage in virtual learning while video games and other forms of entertainment are easily accessible via mobile devices. This has led to a rise in concern among parents and eye health professionals. One major concern is whether excessive screen time may contribute to children having myopia. Let’s look at how screen time and myopia are associated and what parents can do to sustain their children’s eyesight. What is Myopia? Myopia is one of the most widely spread eye conditions where distance vision is impaired, but objects in close range are easily seen. It results from either the eyeball being excessively long or the cornea being excessively curved, leading to light being focused in front of the retina instead of directly on it. Myopia usually forms during childhood development and if not taken care of, progresses later in life. The Impact of Screen Time on Eye Health Apart from gen...

What is LASIK Surgery? LASIK surgery is one of the most common and efficient methods of treating myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism vision difficulties. Whether you are planning to undergo LASIK or have recently gotten the procedure, knowing how to take care of yourself post-operatively is an important part of ensuring that you get the best care tips for optimal results. Here’s what you can expect after LASIK surgery and how to best manage your eyes post-operatively. Immediate Post-Surgery Effects Post-surgery of your LASIK procedure, you are more likely than not to have: Blurred Vision: Foggy or hazy vision is common after surgery but usually resolves within a day. Mild Discomfort: You may feel slight burning, itching in the eye, or a sensation of foreign body in your eye. Light Sensitivity: Unpleasant feeling towards bright lights, which comes with glare and halos at night. Watery or Dry Eyes: Increased lacrimation in some, and decreased in others wherein artificial tears are needed....

Consider the number of hours spent in front of a computer screen. Your eyes may become tired, dry, or irritated which is burdensome. This phenomenon is called eye strain and impacts many people due to prolonged screen exposure. Fortunately, strategies exist to mitigate this strain. Here’s how it can be done:   The 20-20-20 Rule Your eyes need to rest. Make it a habit to every 20 minutes focus on something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Muscles surrounding your eye lens will relax, reducing the chances of fatigue. Furthermore, screens above a particular time limit will make the eyes uncomfortable and dry which can be alleviated if the eyes are given a chance to rest. If you can not remember to do this, apps that remind you to take breaks do exist. Change The Settings Of The Screen If the contrast is too sharp or the screen is too bright, it can hurt your eyes. Brightness levels can be lowered to match the lighting level of the room you are in, and text size can be increased, if necess...