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COMMON CONGENITAL EYE DISORDERS

COMMON CONGENITAL EYE DISORDERS by Dr Mariam Afolabi (O.D) Congenital Cataracts A congenital cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens and is present at birth. An infantile cataract...

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EYE ALLERGIES IN CHILDREN

WRITTEN BY: DR IWUOZOR UCHE   Eye allergies which can also be called allergic conjunctivitis, occur when the eyes react to something that irritates them. These irritants are called allergens,...

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EYE INFECTIONS IN CHILDREN AND INFANTS

Eye infections in babies can be quite common and can cause discomfort for them. It is important for parents to be aware of the symptoms and seek appropriate medical attention....

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Hordeolum; Signs, Symptoms and Management/Treatment.

Written By Ogagifo Martin A. OD MNOA Hordeolum commonly called stye is an inflammatory condition of the eyelid caused mainly by bacteria infection. This infection can result from constant rubbing...

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DOES WEARING GLASSES WORSEN MY VISION?

Wearing glasses does not cause any harm to your eyes or make your vision worse. These misconceptions often stem from misunderstandings about how glasses work. Glasses do not weaken or...

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AGING AND THE EYES

Certain vision problems are encountered as we grow older and are mostly common for adults in their early 40s and above. Here are some common problems with the vision they...

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WHAT THE NUMBERS IN YOUR GLASSES MEAN

When getting a new pair of glasses, although not so many people notice there are some set of numbers written on them, if you did and wondered what they mean,...

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