Eye Disease Treatments: The Light of Your Visual World
Our eyes are one of our most important sensory organs that allow us to see the world and discover its beauty. In order to protect our eye health and maintain our visual functions in the best way, it is very important to have regular eye examinations and be aware of eye diseases.
What are Eye Diseases?
- Cataract: Clouding of the eye lens and causing vision loss.
- Myopia: Blurred appearance of distant objects.
- Hypermetropia: Blurred appearance of nearby objects.
- Astigmatism: Blurred and distorted vision.
- Glaucoma: Increased intraocular pressure and damage to the optic nerve.
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Decreased visual acuity and deterioration of central vision.
- Diabetic Retinopathy: Damage to the eye vessels in diabetic patients.
Methods Used in the Treatment of Eye Diseases:
- Laser treatment: Laser treatment can be used to treat many eye diseases such as dry eyes, glaucoma, AMD and diabetic retinopathy.
- Surgery: Surgery may be necessary to treat certain eye conditions, such as cataracts, glaucoma, retinal detachment, and eye tumors.
- Eyeglasses and contact lenses: Eyeglasses and contact lenses are used to correct refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.