Diabetes affects the entire body, and the eyes are no exception. The high blood sugars, along with insulin resistance, damage the small blood vessels. In fact, diabetes increases the incidence and rate progression of both, cataract and glaucoma.
Category: Knowledge Series
Holi: How to protect your eyes during the festival of colours
Your eyes are extremely delicate, and vulnerable to the harmful effects of Holi colours. This is what you must do to keep them safe during holi.
Generic versus Branded Medications in Glaucoma: Why is there a debate?
Generic medication is cheaper than branded eye drops, has the same drug, in the same concentration. Why is then there a debate about its use in glaucoma?
Bladeless LASIK
LASIK, or laser vision correction surgery, has become increasingly popular, worldwide. In fact, the most commonly performed elective surgery worldwide is LASIK. Current technology has made it safer, and more effective, than ever before. The latest of these technologies is bladeless LASIK.
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension is the result of an increased pressure within the spaces that surround the brain and spinal cord.