SummaryGallery Your eyes are an important part of your health. Most people rely on their eyes to see and make sense of the world around them. But some eye diseases can lead to vision loss, so it is important to identify and treat eye diseases as early as possible. You should get your eyes checked as often as…
What is cataract?In cataract, the natural, transparent lens of the eye becomes cloudy, and people suffer from symptoms of cataract such as double or blurred vision. Patients often fail to differentiate colours and have trouble in their night vision. Cataract also makes it difficult for people to perform their daily tasks such as reading, walking…
Comprehensive Guide to Eye Checkups and Eye Care: Importance, Procedures, and Preventive Measures Introduction In an age where digital screens dominate both work and leisure, the importance of regular eye checkups and proper eye care cannot be overstated. Vision is one of our most vital senses, yet often the most neglected when it comes to…
How do Inherited Retinal Diseases Happen? The abbreviation IRD refers to a group of hereditary conditions called retinal diseases. Genes contain DNA, also known as “deoxyribonucleic acid.” A gene contains the instructions necessary for the development and operation of the retinal cells in our bodies. A “mistake” or alteration in one or more genes causes…
Prepare to Speak with Your Eye Specialist. One of the genes, RPE65, has gained particular importance as a result of the discovery of a spontaneous mutation in the Briard dog’s equivalent gene. The first human trials of gene therapy by replacing the human photoreceptor RPE65 are scheduled to begin in the next couple of years….
How do Inherited Retinal Diseases Happen? The abbreviation IRD refers to a group of hereditary conditions called retinal diseases. Genes contain DNA, also known as “deoxyribonucleic acid.” A gene contains the instructions necessary for the development and operation of the retinal cells in our bodies. A “mistake” or alteration in one or more genes causes…
