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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...

What is Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)? Lazy eye, or amblyopia, is a vision development disorder in children where one eye has weaker vision than the other. This occurs when the brain favours one eye over the other, leading to poor vision in the affected eye. If left untreated, amblyopia can result in permanent vision impairment. Causes of Lazy Eye Amblyopia develops due to abnormal visual development in early childhood. The most common causes include: Strabismus (Eye Misalignment): When one eye turns inward, outward, upward, or downward, the brain may ignore signals from the misaligned eye, leading to amblyopia. Refractive Errors: Significant differences in vision prescription (nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism) between both eyes can cause the brain to rely more on the stronger eye. Obstructive Conditions: Cataracts, droopy eyelids (ptosis), or other obstructions that block vision in one eye can lead to amblyopia. Symptoms of Lazy Eye Poor depth perception Squinting or shutting on...

Keratoconus affects the cornea as it starts thinning out and begins to bulge outwards in a conical shape. This makes the vision blurry and distorted. Initially, glasses or soft contact lenses can be used, although they help very little in advanced cases. One of the options is Implantable Collamer Lenses, or I've also heard about ICL – but is ICL a good option for keratoconus patients? We will work to dissect that. What is ICL? ICL, or Implantable Collamer Lens, is a thin, biocompatible lens that is surgically implanted in the space behind the iris. Unlike LASIK, no corneal tissue is excised in the procedure. Patients who suffer from keratoconus or those with irregularly shaped corneas will certainly benefit. Why ICL Might Be a Good Choice for Keratoconus ICL poses no risks to the cornea because, unlike LASIK, no incisions are made to the surface of the cornea, making ICL a better option for patients who suffer from advanced keratoconus. Provides Adaptability – ICL, unlike LASIK, ha...

Your retina and vitreous are essential parts of your eye that play a crucial role in clear vision. When these structures are affected by diseases or injuries, timely and advanced treatments are necessary. You can consult our retina specialist, Dr. Rajeev Jain, for all your retinal problems and treatments. Let’s discuss the retinal problems that might affect your eye health. Retinal Detachment Retinal detachment is a serious condition where the retina separates from its supportive layers. It requires immediate attention to prevent permanent vision loss. The retina, a thin layer of tissue at the back of your eye, is vital for converting light into visual signals. When it detaches, it loses access to the oxygen and nutrients supplied by its underlying layers. Symptoms Sudden flashes of light. A significant increase in floaters (tiny specks in your vision). A shadow or curtain-like effect over your vision. Retinal Detachment Treatment Options for Retinal Detachment 1. Scleral Buckling Scle...

 In this modern world, where screens are ubiquitous, caring for our eyesight has become crucial. Vision is your primary tool in interacting with the world around you. New changes to one’s lifestyle can go a long way in preserving eyesight. Below are some suggestions to improve and maintain vision health. 1. Employ the 20-20-20 Rule Using a computer for too long can lead to discomfort and a feeling of eye strain. One way to eliminate some of that strain is to use the 20-20-20 method. For every 20 minutes of work, take a break and focus on an object approximately 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Following the above steps will enhance your comfort while using digital devices and also reduce eye fatigue that results from too many hours of screen time. 2. Raise Your Blinking Frequency Watching a screen or reading for long periods of time may lead to reduced blinking. In addition, blinking assists in spreading soothing fluid to the eye, thereby reducing dryness and irritation. Ensure that yo...