Directory of Conditions
What is Cataracts
About Cataract
A cataract is a condition where the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, hindering the transmission of light rays to the retina, leading to blurred, hazy vision or, in severe instances, loss of sight. Cataracts can make everyday activities like reading, driving, or seeing faces dull or less colourful.
Although commonly associated with ageing, cataracts can also occur due to other factors. However, this condition can be effectively managed and even completely resolved with the right care from a cataract specialist.
At Moorfields Eye Hospitals, we understand the impact cataracts can have on your quality of life. Our highly skilled and experienced cataract specialists in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are dedicated to providing personalised care, utilising cutting-edge technology and evidence-based treatments to restore your vision.
What is Chalazion
About
Chalazion is a cyst on the eye lids and develops when a meibomian gland gets blocked and leads to swelling, and it can be of variable size. For the first few days the cyst is inflamed and you might see a small white head on the top of it which then tends to shrink, but might take months to disappear completely
What is Childhood Glaucoma
About Childhood Glaucoma
Glaucoma is the name given to a group of eye conditions in which the pressure within the eye (intraocular pressure) is raised which in turn damages the optic nerve, (the nerve that goes from the eye to the brain) and can lead to permanent irreparable vision loss if left untreated.
Childhood glaucoma, also referred to as congenital glaucoma, paediatric, or infantile glaucoma, is a rare condition that may be inherited, occurring in babies and young children. It is usually diagnosed within the first year of life.
What is Children’s Eye Health
About Children’s Eye Health
Many parents will be familiar with the importance of immunisations, routine screenings such as hearing tests, weight, and growth charts for their children, not to mention dental health when the time arises, but what about their vision? Some eye conditions do not display any signs or symptoms, so the only way to know for sure is to take your child for a sight test. In cases where there is no perceived problem and no significant family history of squint, lazy eye or serious eye conditions in childhood, we recommend an annual eye examination from around 3-4yrs old. Once these children reach nine and upwards, generally we advise an eye examination every two years unless your Ophthalmologist has advised otherwise.What is Common Childhood Disorders
About Common Childhood Disorders
Strabismus/Squint
This condition occurs when one or both eyes are misaligned and the eyes do not point in the same direction. The eyes may turn inwards (crossed eyes), outwards (wall eyed), up and down or a combination of these. Squint effects around 2% of children, can be present at birth or early infancy, and may be caused by a muscle imbalance or a need for glasses. Treatment may involve the use of glasses, orthoptic therapy, or eye muscle surgery.
What is Conjunctivitis
About
Pink eye or Conjunctivitis is a common condition which causes the surface of your eye to go red and, often, sticky or watery and your eye becomes sore. There are two types of conjunctivitis:
- Viral conjunctivitistends to cause a watery red eye and can last for two to three weeks even with the correct treatment. Generally, viral conjunctivitis does not affect vision but in some cases vision may become blurry or see glare when looking at lights. This is due to an inflammatory reaction causing small white dots on the cornea, the transparent window at the front of the eye. These usually fade with time, but it can take a few weeks or even months.
- Bacterial conjunctivitisis more likely to cause a red eye with a sticky yellow discharge.
What is Corneal Cross-Linking
About Corneal Cross-Linking
Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is a treatment for patients with keratoconus which can prevent their condition getting worse. CXL is successful in preventing the condition deteriorating in more than 90% of cases. Keratoconus worsens as the cornea weakens. CXL uses ultraviolet light and vitamin B2 (riboflavin) drops to harden the cornea. Together, they cause fibers within the cornea to cross-link – or bond more firmly. This treatment emulates the normal age-related hardening of the cornea, which is known as natural cross-linking
What is Corneal Transplant
About Corneal Transplant
The cornea is a window of transparent tissue at the front of the eyeball. It allows light to pass into the eye and provides focus so that images can be seen clearly. Various diseases or injuries can make the cornea either cloudy or change shape. This prevents the normal passage of light into the eye and affects vision.
The cornea has three main layers (thin outer and inner layers and a thick middle layer). In some diseases, only the inside layer (endothelium) is affected, causing corneal oedema (swelling) and clouding.
What is Corneal abrasion
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Corneal abrasions are little scratches on the cornea of the eye. They are usually caused as a result from trauma (injury) to the surface of the eye. Common causes include poking of the eye, quick movements close to the eye, and getting dust in the eye, especially if the eye is then rubbed. Injuries can also be caused by contact lens insertion and removal.
What is Cosmetic Eye Lid Surgery
About Cosmetic Eye Lid Surgery
Cosmetic eye surgery (blepharoplasty) is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery done on the eye lids. It is a safe and effective aesthetic treatment that can help rejuvenate appearance. Blepharoplasty deals with the shape of the upper and lower eye lid.
Upper eyelid blepharoplasty focuses on the region between the eyebrow and the eyelashes while lower eyelid blepharoplasty focuses on the area between the eyelashes and the cheek.
This procedure works on the removal of excess skin and muscle from these areas and either reduces or repositions the underlying fat to a more youthful configuration.