Posts Tagged ‘Ophthalmology’
Exploring Secondary Glaucoma: Causes And Treatments
Glaucoma is an eye condition caused by a build-up of pressure in your eye. Over time, it can lead to damage to your optic nerve (which transmits electrical impulses from your eye to the brain). This damage can cause changes in your vision, including loss of vision. Secondary glaucoma is what we call any type…
Read MoreCataract Surgery Recovery: What You Can Expect
Cataract Surgery Recovery: What You Can Expect If you suffer from cataracts — a common condition in which the lens in your eye becomes cloudy and affects vision — then your doctor may suggest cataract surgery. There are lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your risk of cataracts or to improve your eyesight for…
Read MoreGlaucoma Symptoms: All You Need to Know
Glaucoma Symptoms: All You Need to Know Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness. Over 600,000 people in the UK alone have glaucoma, with many more living with the condition who are yet to be diagnosed. When people look online for any medical, surgical or illness-related information, it can often be quite daunting —…
Read MoreWhat Is Glaucoma?
What Is Glaucoma? The Eye Condition Explained Glaucoma is a common eye condition that can cause vision loss and blindness if it isn’t treated early. But what is glaucoma exactly? We take a look at how it occurs and possible glaucoma treatment options. What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a common eye condition where the optic nerve —…
Read MoreGlaucoma Symptoms and Treatments: All You Need to Know
Common Glaucoma Questions Answered: An Interview with Gokulan Ratnarajan (Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon) When people look online for any medical, surgical or illness-related information, it can often be quite daunting and sometimes even inaccurate. At The McIndoe Centre, one of our main priorities is to educate our patients on the procedures we perform. We believe that…
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