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LASIK EYE SURGERY; WHAT TO EXPECT.

What is LASIK? Lasik Eye surgery is an alternative approach to wearing glasses and/or contact lenses. It is commonly known as REFRACTIVE SURGERY. LASIK stands for Laser-assisted In Situ Keratomileusis....

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Common Causes of Vision Loss in Children

  By Dr Ogagifo M. Akpodemrae Infantile or childhood vision loss is the loss of vision in children between the ages of one month and 15 years (adolescents). The causes...

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CROSSED EYES IN CHILDHOOD

CROSSED EYES IN CHILDHOOD “Crossed eyes” is the common name for strabismus. Strabismus is the deviation of one or both eyes from a single line of vision. The two eyes...

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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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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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COMMON CONTACT LENS MYTHS

WHAT ARE MYTHS? Myths are fascinating stories that have been passed down orally over the centuries and are often used to explain natural phenomena or cultural traditions. They can feature...

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