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HYPERTENSIVE RETINOPATHY

If you notice symptoms such as blurred vision, pain in the eyes, spots or floaters, you should see an ophthalmologist or optometrist immediately. High blood pressure is a serious disease...

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EYE TRAUMA: TYPES AND CAUSES

In most cases, the treatment plan is considered depending on the cause of the eye trauma.  it could be flushing of the eye with running water, removal of any remaining...

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BLURRY VISION

Blurry vision can't be prevented, but you can help yourself by following the instructions given to you by your optometrist. Make sure you have regular eye examinations.

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DRY EYE: CAUSES AND MANAGEMENT

Use of lubricant eye drops or lubricant gels. This helps to artificially add extra moisture to the eye and gives the eye comfort.

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CONTACT LENS WEAR; What you need to know.

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR WHEN CHOOSING YOUR CONTACT LENS; The power- contact lens prescription is most of the time different from your glasses prescription, your doctor will recommend the...

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IMPACT OF GLAUCOMA IN OUR WORLD TODAY

Over 80million people in the world today are suffering from glaucoma. Sadly, a large number of these people are not aware. This is because Glaucoma, popularly known as “the thief...

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AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION

Early detection is key to preventing any further damage by age-related macular degeneration as it doesn’t have any known cause. It is also advised to take multivitamins and antioxidants containing...

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