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All About Thyroid Eye Disease (TED)

Thyroid eye disease (TED) is an autoimmune disease which affects the muscles and other tissues in the orbits. People who suffer from systemic/overactive thyroid problems are more likely to suffer from TED.  People affected often look like they are staring at a point, have swollen upper and lower lids and protruding eyes. Over here let’s discuss more about the disease, its symptoms and treatment.

 

TED occurs when the body’s immune system attacks the tissue near the eyes. As a result, the muscles and other tissues are inflamed, swollen and often become stiff. In most cases, thyroid eye disease only causes irritation and swelling of the eyes. People affected may feel the discomfort for a few months or maybe a year before the problem settles down. However, in some rare cases the problem can be serious and even lead to vision loss.

 

It’s important to note that eye and thyroid problems are connected but they have different courses of treatment. The medications for thyroid problems can’t help you manage the symptoms associated with the eye disease.  A CT scan or an MRI is a very important test for the diagnosis of the disease.

 

 

How does TED affect the eyes?

 

When the muscles behind the eye are swollen, they push the eye forward – which can impact the eye movement causing the patient to complain of double vision. In rare cases where the eye muscles get severely swollen, the optic nerve is pushed which may lead to visual loss.

 

Symptoms of TED

 

  • Eye irritation
  • Dry or gritty eyes
  • Double vision
  • Teary eyes
  • Eye pain while moving the eyes
  • Redness of eyes
  • Puffy eyelids

 

If you experience any of these symptoms, visit an eye specialist immediately- as these symptoms indicate very quickly progressing form of thyroid eye disease. In case of mild to moderate disease, symptoms include bulging eyes, redness, and puffiness of the eyelid and around the eyes.

 

Important advice for patients suffering from TED

 

  • Quit smoking
  • Get your blood thyroid levels checked regularly

 

Treatment options

 

Often the symptoms associated with TED are fluctuating in nature – which means they come and go for several weeks. In some cases, one may notice the symptoms for 1-2 years. Patients who suffer from progressing form of thyroid eye disease notice the worsening of symptoms in a few months of the problem starting. Let’s see the treatment options for the common symptoms

 

  • For irritation and redness of the eyes, artificial tears are often found to be useful
  • Some patients are given medications to reduce the inflammation
  • In most cases, the problem of starey look settles with time. If the starey look is severe and is affecting the appearance, eyelid surgery can be performed
  • Squint surgery can be done to cure double vision. Some patients are also recommended to use prisms attached to spectacles to alleviate double vision
  • If you are suffering from deteriorating vision and even with the change of spectacles your vision isn’t improving, consult with an eye specialist immediately.

Don’t take any instance of vision change lightly as it can indicate a serious problem. If you live in Kolkata and are looking for an eye specialist in Kolkata, get in touch with us.

 

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Simple Eye Health Tips Curated by our Eye Specialists

Your eyes are the window to your soul – and your health. There are a number of things you can practice to keep your eyes healthy. Here’s a list of simple and easy eye health tips prepared by our eye specialists to help you maintain good eyesight well into your golden years.

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  1. Know your family’s eye health history: It’s important to know your eye health history as many eye diseases that cause blindness among people of all ages are influenced by genetic factors. If anyone in your family has been diagnosed with an eye disease that’s hereditary,  you are at higher risk for developing the disease. It’s reported that genetic factors play a key role in diseases like glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration.
  2. Go for regular eye checkups: You might think that your eyes are healthy, but you are never sure of that until and unless you get your eyes checked by an eye specialist. A comprehensive dilated eye exam is the best way to get an insight about your eye health. Many common eye diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and age-related macular degeneration often have no warning signs and can be detected only by a comprehensive dilated eye exam. You should get your eyes tested every 2 years. If you have diabetes, then it’s a must to get your eyes checked every year.
  3. Don’t ignore even the slightest vision changes: Visit an eye specialist immediately, if you are worried about any aspect of your vision at any time.
  4. Give up smoking: We know it’s not easy to get rid of an addiction. Get professional help, if you want – but quit smoking. Smokers are much more likely to develop cataracts and age-related macular degeneration than non-smokers. Both diseases are leading causes of blindness worldwide.
  5. Protect your eyes from the sun: Sunglasses aren’t just great fashion accessories, but they also protect your eyes from UV rays. When outdoors, avoid looking at the sun directly. During an eclipse, you might feel like looking at the sun directly, but doing so can cause irreversible damage to your eyesight.
  6. Follow the 20-20-20 rule:  If you spend a lot of time at the computer, you might forget to blink often – as a result your eyes can become dry and fatigued. To avoid this, try the 20-20-20 rule.  Every 20 minutes, look away from the screen for 20 seconds at something that’s 20 feet away.
  7. Stay hydrated: Drinking water regularly throughout the day is good for your eye health.
  8. Eat right: Eating a well-balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, particularly dark leafy greens, keeps your eyes healthy. Also, eat fish high in omega-3 fatty acids as it boosts your eye health.
  9. Maintain proper hygiene when wearing contact lenses: Wash your hands properly before putting in or taking out your contact lenses. Use fresh cleaning solution every time when disinfecting the lenses.
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Contact-lens Related Eye Infection: Leading Eye Hospital in Kolkata Shares Useful Facts

For many of you, contact lenses are a convenient alternative to clunky eyeglasses. Excellent for outdoor activities, they give you a better peripheral vision and do not fog up like your eyeglasses. However, if you don’t follow instructions around wearing them properly and cleaning them regularly, you run the risk of getting an eye infection.

One of the most common infections caused by wearing contacts is Keratitis. It is an infection of the cornea, which develops when contact lenses are not properly handled. Here, we will discuss a few facts about contact-lens related eye infections that will help you prevent complications.

1.About contact lens infection: Those who wear contact lenses are at higher risk of developing keratitis. If left untreated for long, keratitis can cause serious eye complications. When diagnosed early, it can be easily treated. When you wear contact lenses, the chances of developing conjunctivitis are also high.

2.Causes: There are several things that can cause a contact lens-related infection. However, mostly an eye infection develops when you do the following things:

  • Using extended-wear lenses
  • Sleeping with contact lenses
  • Not handling contact lenses with clean hands
  • Using expired lenses
  • Viral infection of the eye caused by the herpes simplex virus
  • Infection caused by bacteria, fungi, or parasites

3.Symptoms: If you develop any of the following symptoms of eye infection then you should stop wearing contact lenses immediately and consult an eye specialist.

  • Redness
  • Swelling
  • Watery eyes
  • Blurry vision
  • Light sensitivity
  • Stinging sensation as if something’s in your eye
  • Eye pain

 

4.Prevention: By practising healthy contact lens habits, you can reduce the risk of eye infection. Some of the healthy habits are:

  • Follow the manufacturer’s and eye doctor’s instructions on how to clean and store your contact lenses.
  • Always wash your hands with soap when handling contact lenses.
  • Use the recommended solution for cleaning your contact lens.
  • You should not wear expired lenses.
  • Avoid wearing lenses while sleeping. In case, you forget to take them off, then do not wear them for the next 24 hours. This will give your eyes time to moisten on their own.
  • Clean your lens storage case in warm soapy water.
  • If you drop a lens, make sure to clean and rinse before reapplying.
  • Do not use the old cleaning solution the next day. Always use a fresh solution.
  • Use protective eye gear when swimming with contact lenses.
  • Replace your contact lens case with a new one from time to time.
  • Give your eyes a break from your contact lenses.

5. What to do if you have an infection: If you are experiencing redness, swelling, and pain in the eye, you should remove your contact lenses and set up an appointment at an eye hospital.

6.Treatment: The treatment depends upon the severity of the infection. Usually, eye infections are treated with eye drops. If your eye doctor suspects that there is some other complication, he or she may suggest you to undergo a comprehensive eye examination. You will have to stop wearing your contact lenses until the infection is fully treated.

7.Why you should not ignore eye infection: An eye infection may seem like a minor problem. But at times, it can be a sign of an underlying cause of a serious eye complication like a corneal ulcer. It’s best to let an ophthalmologist check your eyes.

8. What to do when you are having frequent eye infections: If you have frequent eye infections, then instead of just taking OTC eye drops you should consult an eye doctor. The contact lenses that you are using may not be the best option for you. An eye doctor can help you with that.

We offer treatment for different types of eye infections, conditions, and diseases.

Our eye hospitals have well-experienced eye specialists in Kolkata who can give you superior-quality eye care at an affordable cost. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we request you to book an online consultation.

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Treatment For Shortsightedness

Have you been finding it difficult to see far-off objects but you can easily see them when you are a few feet away from it? Well, if yes, then chances are that you shortsightedness or nearsightedness also called Myopia.

Myopia is the most common cause of impaired vision.  When you suffer from myopia you can see objects near to you clearly but those that are far away may appear blurry. Eye strain, headaches, and squinting are some of the common symptoms of Myopia. The structure of your cornea is to be blamed for the condition. When the eyeball is too curved, the eyes are unable focus properly that causes blurry vision. The good news is that there are various and very effective treatments available for Myopia.

 

Some common methods of correcting shortsightedness:

 

Eyeglasses 

Shortsightedness can usually be corrected by using eyeglasses that are made specifically to your eye prescription. It is a common solution which is also cost-effective. Eyeglasses for myopia ensure the light is focused onto the back of your eye correctly so distant objects don’t appear blurry or hazy. The glasses have to be very specific to your eyes and needs to be created using the prescription of an eye doctor. Wearing eyeglasses can enhance vision and reduce eye strain related to Myopia. The prescription of your eyeglasses depends on how shortsighted you are and what kind of occupation or lifestyle you have If you spend more time in front of the computer then it is advisable to consider  anti-glare coating while purchasing your eyeglasses. If you spend a lot of time outdoors, then you can get your sunglasses modified as per your prescription.

 

Contact lenses

Contact lenses can also be used to correct vision in the same way as eyeglasses. Contact lenses give wearers good peripheral vision. Contact lenses move with your eyes and there are no frames to block your view. Contact lenses are more comfortable when it comes to outdoor activities. The only challenge with contact lenses is that you have to handle them with care and follow use instructions with discipline to avoid infections.

 

Laser eye surgery

 

Both eyeglasses and contact lenses correct your vision provided you use them daily and get them replaced regularly. If you are looking for a permanent correction of myopia, you will have to consider laser eye surgery. Some of the common surgical options are:

  • LASIK: An eye surgeon will use a special type of cutting laser to reshape the cornea. During surgery, the corneal flap is painlessly removed and the underlying corneal tissue is reshaped. This flap is then placed back. To undergo LASIK, you need to have a thick cornea and you should not be suffering from eye diseases like diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, or glaucoma.

  • Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK): Those who are eligible for LASIK can get PRK done. In this, an eye surgeon removes the extremely thin outer layer of the cornea. The new layer grows back within a few days. Using the laser the doctor reshapes the cornea, thereby improving your vision

 

Consult an eye specialist in Kolkata at Disha Eye Hospitals

To know which treatment will suit you the best, consult an eye specialist. If you are looking for an eye surgeon in Kolkata to get eye surgery done, then look nowhere else than Disha Eye Hospitals. The hospital has the best technology, the Wavelight Allegretto AG (German) technology for LASIK surgery. This state-of-the-art technology screens out risk cases. We also offer PRK and LASEK surgery. We have branches in Barasat, Siliguri, Sinthi and Burdwan.

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A Useful Guide To Your Child’s Eyes

Mrs Anita Banerjee had begun noticing that for several weeks now her 7-year old son was sitting too close to the TV. Her repeated scolding changed nothing and just as she was beginning to get frustrated, one day she noticed him holding a book too close to his eyes. She realised something is not right. She observed her son for a few more days only to find him struggling to do activities that needed near vision. She finally took him to Disha Eye Hospital Teghoria VIP Road. The eye doctor confirmed that her son indeed needed eyeglasses.

 

Children often find it difficult to articulate the exact difficulty they are facing, and many parents like Mrs Banerjee do not realise that just like an adult a child also needs an annual eye examination. Even though several parents make the effort to visit their paediatrician regularly, they fail to realise that visiting a paediatrician for a general checkup is not the same as visiting an eye specialist. Be it reading, writing or playing games, a child needs good eyesight to succeed and feel confident. It is, therefore, important to get your child’s eyes checked by an eye doctor regularly.

Here’s a useful guide that will help you understand better whether your kid has an  eye problem or not

 

  • Infants

The first couple of years are the most crucial in ensuring that your baby faces least vision problems as they grow. Babies are not born with all the visual abilities and they develop them as they grow older.

For the first few months of their life, they do not have very good vision. They are more sensitive to bolder colours like black and white. By the time they are 5 to 6 months, they should be able to focus their eyes on particular objects. They should also be able to track moving objects. Usually, infants are born with healthy vision but sometimes there can be problems. Till your baby turns one, he or she should be routinely screened for eye health during checkups with the paediatrician. Infants born premature and those with a family history of eye problems should get their eyes examined by a specialist. .

 

Some of the common symptoms of eye problems can be:

  • Misaligned eyes
  • White glimmer in the eyes (this can be spotted in photos)
  • Watery eyes
  • Drooping eyelids
  • Eyes not following you around in the room
  • Not tracking moving objects

 

  • 2 to 5 years

As children start going to school, they face increasing demands on their visual abilities. It is best to have your child’s vision tested before they start kindergarten or preschool. This is all the more important if the child’s siblings have vision issues. Common symptoms of eye problems:

  • Sitting close to the TV or holding a book too close
  • Squinting
  • Covering an eye
  • Frequently rubbing their eyes
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Poor eye-hand coordination
  • Avoiding colouring activities and detailed activities

 

Even if no serious problems are identified in the child’s eyes at this stage, kids should have eye exams at least once every two years going forward. With increasing screen time, early exposure of children to mobiles, laptops and television, it is important that parents notice the small signs and act towards preventive care of their child’s eyes.

 

If you think your child is facing any of the above-mentioned problems, consult the eye doctors at  Disha Eye Hospitals and seek the best eye treatment in Kolkata. Students with eye problems often struggle with learning. Regular eye checkup will give your child a better chance at treatment. The hospital has a dedicated paediatric unit that deals with eye diseases, vision care and visual development of children.

 

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Eye Floaters: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Small spots of irregular shapes seen floating in our field of vision, especially when looking at a bright source, such as a clear blue sky or a white paper are identified as floaters.

Although eye floaters are not a grave matter, they indicate the presence of an underlying eye condition that could prove to be direful. Frequent appearances of unusual shapes call for immediate attention.

Our eye care team at Disha Eye Hospital, one of the top eye hospitals in Kolkata, would assist you in receiving a genuine diagnosis of your eye health (general or otherwise) and take the right actions to improve it. Book an appointment online with one of our best eye specialists at http://www.dishaeye.org/organic/.

Eye floaters: causes, symptoms and treatment

Types of eye floaters:

Eye floaters could be of various shapes, including:

  • Rings
  • Cobwebs
  • Thread-like strands
  • Squiggly lines
  • Gray or black dots

Eye floaters could be a symptom preceding a number of eye problems. These include:

  • Eye tumours
  • Inflammation of the retina
  • Inflammation of the vitreous
  • Torn retina
  • Detached retina
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Trauma to the eye
  • Crystal-like deposits in the vitreous

Causes of eye floaters:

In most cases, eye floaters occur with age. Eye floaters are small protein flecks (collagen) that are a part of the vitreous, a gel-like layer in the back of the eye. With age, the protein flecks in the vitreous start forming clumps as they begin to shrink and shred. Gradually, they form shadows in the retina which are named floaters.

Factors that increase the risk of eye floaters:

There are a number of factors that increase the risk of developing eye floaters. The usual ones are:

  • Age– In most cases, people start seeing floaters in their vision as they age. If you are aged 50 and above, it’s important to take proper care of your eyes and visit an eye doctor every 6 months to lower the risk of complications.

  • Eye injury – Sustaining a serious eye injury early or later in life increases the risk of eye floaters. If you have suffered an eye injury, make sure you get it properly treated by an eye doctor to lower the possibilities of eye floaters and infections.

  • Refractive error– You stand at a higher risk of developing eye floaters if you have nearsightedness. Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a refractive error in which distant objects appear blurry while close objects appear clear.

If you are encountering difficulty in seeing distant objects with clarity, you may have myopia. Our eye care team could carry out an accurate diagnosis of your refractive error through a simple refractive test and help you correct your vision, either through prescribed eyeglasses/contact lenses or through LASIK surgery.

Equipped with advanced technology, Disha Eye Hospital offers affordable eye treatments for cataract, corneal eye diseases, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, squint, and uveitis.

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8 Common Signs of Vision Problems

Are you suffering from severe or sudden eye pain? Are you having a blurred or hazy vision? If yes, then you may ignore these signs as they may indicate that you have vision problems. Many people often live with poor vision without realising that they would benefit from vision correction. By putting off a visit to the doctor, you are putting your vision at risk. As soon as you notice any change in your vision or your eyes are paining, it’s time to see an eye doctor. Just like an annual physical examination, it’s equally important to have regular eye examinations. If you are suffering from diabetes, high blood pressure and have a family history of eye diseases, then you should get your eyes checked twice in a year.

Book an appointment online with the best eye doctors in Kolkata to keep your eyes healthy

If you are suffering from dizziness and headaches, don’t ignore them. Consult the best eye doctors in Kolkata at Disha Eye Hospitals, to know if the symptoms you are experiencing are not signs of underlying eye diseases. It is advisable to get your eyes checked at least once a year. To book an appointment online with the best eye doctors in Kolkata, visit http://www.dishaeye.org/contact-us.  You can also book an appointment through WhatsApp (9433311111).

8 common signs of vision problems

Here are a few common signs of vision problems that you must watch out for:

  1. Blurred vision: If you are you finding it difficult to get a clear view, then you must visit an eye doctor. The blurred vision can be a sign of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Prescription glasses can help you see better. However, sudden blurriness is a cause of concern. It can be a sign of underlying eye conditions like diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma that show symptoms only after the diseases have advanced.

  2. Pain in the eye: Often people experience pain in the eye. In some cases, it can be harmless as it can be due to tiredness. In some cases, it’s an indication of problems like corneal abrasion, conjunctivitis, and dry eyes. All these can be cured with the right treatment. However, eye pain caused due to glaucoma and optic neuritis should not be ignored.

  3. Difficulty seeing at night: If you are not comfortable driving at night or you need extra light to read at night, let your doctor know about this. Difficulty seeing at night can be caused by a variety of reasons. From sun exposure to cataracts, a wide range of issues can make it hard to see at night.

  4. Frequent headaches: Frequent headaches: A headache can sometimes be a sign that your vision is changing. Eye strain, farsightedness and Presbyopia can cause severe headache or frequent headaches. Therefore, recurring headaches should always be taken seriously.

  5. Double vision: Double vision can happen for many reasons. While drinking too much alcohol can also cause short-term double vision,  double vision that keeps coming back is of grave concern. Cataract, corneal irregularities and eye conditions can cause double vision.

  6. Eye fatigue: Spending too much time on a computer, smartphone, or game console can cause eye fatigue, also called digital eye strain. This quite common among adults and children who spend a lot of time either working on a computer and other digital devices.

  7. Seeing halos and glare: If you are seeing halos and glares, then you must see a doctor at the earliest. Halos and glares indicate that vision problems are preventing light from correctly on the retina.

  8. Floaters and specks: It’s common to see floaters and specks when you are exposed to too much sunlight and you suddenly enter a dark place. However, if you frequently see floaters and specks especially on blank surfaces like a white wall or the sky, then it may be a symptom of a vision problem.

If you fear that you have an eye problem, schedule an eye exam with us as soon as you can. At Disha Eye Hospitals, we have highly experienced ophthalmologists who can help you with the right treatment for different kinds of eye problems. Disha Eye Hospitals are the best for cataract surgery in Kolkata. To know more about us, visit http://www.dishaeye.org/.

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Condition Called Watery Eyes. Causes & When to See a Doctor

If your eyes are watering for reasons other than an emotional film, then do not to ignore this condition. There can be several possible reasons for eyes to water. Eyes produce tears to keep them lubricated. However, if your eyes are constantly watering, it can not just be irritating and troublesome, but it can also be a sign of an underlying eye condition or disease. Visiting a doctor is the best way to know what is causing your eyes to produce excessive tears.

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There could be several reasons for eyes to water and several eye conditions have similar symptoms. The best to figure out what is causing your eyes to water is the diagnosis. Consult best eye specialists at Disha Eye Hospitals, one of the top eye hospitals in Kolkata. Our eye specialists help you figure out what’s causing excess tears and the best ways to treat them. To book an appointment online, visit http://www.dishaeye.org/contact-us. You can also book an appointment through WhatsApp (9433311111).

Condition called watery eyes. Causes & when to see a doctor

Here are a few eye conditions that cause your eyes to water:

1. Allergies: A lot of people are allergic to pollen, pet dander, and fumes. These allergens can cause your eyes to turn red, itchy, and make them watery. The best way to avoid this problem is to avoid allergens. However, if you are exposed to one, then you must see an eye specialist in Kolkata who can suggest you the over-the-counter medications to relieve you of watery eyes.

2. Pink eye/conjunctivitis: Conjunctivitis is an inflammatory condition that makes the eyes look reddish pink. Though it is highly contagious, it is rarely dangerous. Along with redness in the eye, the condition makes the eyes water; and inner eyelids may appear to be red and your vision may be blurry. Thick yellow mucus may also accumulate around the eyelashes. Though the condition runs its course, an eye doctor may prescribe you some eye drops and medications to relieve you of some pain and prevent the spread of infection.

3. Blocked tear ducts: Your eyes have ducts that help in draining out the tears. It is like eyes have very own drainage system. However, when these ducts are blocked, your eyes get watery, causing irritation. Along with water, your eyes may also release some mucus. You may also experience blurred vision. An eye doctor may recommend antibiotic teardrop or ointment to clean your tear ducts. In serious cases, surgery is suggested. The doctor will flush the duct with saline and use tiny tubes to open up blockages.

4. Dry eye syndrome: It may sound strange but dry eye syndrome does cause eyes to water. Dry eye syndrome prompts your eyes to produce tears. This overwhelms the eye’s natural drainage system, forcing it to produce excessive tears, making your eyes watery. Your eye doctor can recommend you over-the-counter medications from https://livingwellnessmedicalcenter.com/ativan-lorazepam/ to lubricate your eyes. By reducing your screen time, you can let your eyes naturally lubricate themselves. Besides, screen time, age is another factor that can lead to dry eye syndrome.

5. Problem with your eyelids: Your eyelids are part of your eyes’ drainage system and whenever you blink it helps to moisten your eyes. This process helps draining out the debris and mucus, However, sometimes eyelids grow inwards. This causes them to brush against your eyes, leading to watery eyes. In some cases, your doctor may just recommend medications and in some cases, minor surgery can be performed to fix ingrown eyelids.

Book an appointment at Disha Eye Hospitals — One of the top eye hospitals in Kolkata, we take care of all sorts of eye conditions and diseases. To know more about us, visit http://www.dishaeye.org/. We are committed to providing quality eye treatment at affordable prices.

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Top Causes of Eye Pain

Experiencing pain in the eyes, at times, is common for everybody. However, if the pain persists, it is signalling trouble. Apart from physical eye injuries such as black eye (eye swelling) and corneal abrasion, there are tons of eye complications that have eye pain as a symptom.

If you are experiencing discomfort in your eyes, do not ignore it and instead seek medical help. You can consult with one of our eye specialists at Disha Eye Hospital, a renowned eye hospital in West Bengal. Book an appointment online at http://www.dishaeye.org/appointment.

Top causes of eye pain

Here are some of the eye complications that cause eye pain:

1) Dry eyes: Dry eyes is one of the most common causes of eye pain. The eye condition occurs when there’s a lack of sufficient or quality lubrication in the eyes due to decreased tear production. In some people, the condition occurs when there’s an imbalance in the tear makeup or increased tear evaporation.

Apart from eye pain, foreign sensation in the eyes, blurred vision and eye tiredness are some of the other symptoms of dry eyes. Some of the common risk factors of the eye complication include lack of sufficient nutrition in diet, wearing contact lenses, using electronic gadgets (phone, laptops, TVs) for long periods, and aging. Eye drops and nutritional supplements are two common treatment options for dry eyes.

2) Glaucoma: Glaucoma is a serious eye complication that causes eye pain as one of its symptoms. Glaucoma occurs when the pressure in the eye increases due to the build-up of fluid in the anterior chamber. If left uncontrolled, the increased eye pressure can cause damage to the optic nerve. This, in turn, can lead to loss of vision. Some of the biggest risk factors of Glaucoma include diabetes, trauma to the eyes, being at the age of 40 or older, and family history of the eye complication. The two common treatment options, eye drops and surgery, are aimed at lowering eye pressure.

3) Abrasions: Accidental injuries to the eyes also cause eye pain; abrasions caused by foreign objects are the most common types of eye injuries. Eye makeup applicators, contact lenses, fingernails, jagged objects/toys, and particles from the wind are the common factors that cause abrasion to the cornea. Although the cornea can heal itself, it is crucial to seek professional treatment to lower the risk of eye infections. It is not possible to entirely prevent corneal abrasion. However, you can lower the risks by taking measures such as wearing protective eyewear when working in a workshop and playing outdoor sports.

4) Endophthalmitis: Endophthalmitis is a severe inflammation inside the eyes caused by an infection. There are two types of endophthalmitis, exogenous endophthalmitis, and endogenous endophthalmitis. Exogenous endophthalmitis results when cuts to the eye from an external source cause infection. On the other hand, endogenous endophthalmitis occurs when infection from another part of the body travels to the eyes. Some of the common symptoms of eye complication include eye pain, eye redness, & swollen eyelids.

5) Uveitis: Uveitis occurs when there’s inflammation in the pigmented lining of the eye. The inflammation can result from an autoimmune disorder, an injury, or an infection. Eye pain, loss of vision, and eye redness are some of the common symptoms of the eye complication. If left untreated, Uveitis can cause permanent damage to the eyes and lead to vision impairment. Eye drops, drugs, and surgery are three treatment options for Uveitis.

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Do Carrots Really Improve Eyesight?

We have been told since childhood that eating carrots improves our vision. But is it true that eating the root vegetable will do wonders to our eyes?

The notion that eating carrots improve vision dates back to World War II when the British Air Force gunned down German aircraft in the dead of night. It is believed that the British Air Force popularised the carrot myth to keep its radar technology a secret.

Do carrots really improve eyesight?

1. Carrots are good for the eyes: There’s no doubt that carrots are indeed good for the eyes as it contains beta carotene. The body uses beta carotene to make Vitamin A which are antioxidant compounds essential to good vision. According to the World Health Organisation, Vitamin A deficiency is one of the most common causes of preventable blindness in children.

2. Eating carrots alone will not help you maintain overall good eye health: Although carrots are a rich source of beta carotene, relying only on the root vegetable will not help you maintain good overall eye health. A randomised trial of US physicians found out that long-term intake of beta carotene did not decrease or increase the risk of Age-related Macular Degeneration.

3. Combine carrots with other nutritional vegetables and fruits in your diet: The best way to ensure good eye health for yourself and your loved ones is to eat a diet that contains all the essential nutrients. Make sure to include fresh vegetables, fruits, farm-fresh eggs, nuts, and lean fish and meat in your diet.

4. Here are some of the food items, apart from carrots, that are beneficial for the eyes:

●Almonds: Almonds are a rich source of Vitamin E which maintains eye tissue health. Apart from being a great source of snack, almonds are also a nutritional addition to breakfast cereal and salads. Soak a handful of almonds in water overnight and consume them in the morning the way you want to.

●Salmon: Salmon is a storehouse of omega-3 fatty acids, or better known as healthy fats. Omega-3 fatty acids contribute to vision development. To get the most out of these healthy fats, include salmon in your meal plan for 2 to 3 days a week.

●Eggs: Eggs are another rich source of Vitamin A; it also contains zinc, zeaxanthin, and lutein, all of which improve eye health. The best part? Eggs are a versatile food item; you can eat them for your breakfast and in your lunch and dinner.

●Oranges: Oranges are loaded with Vitamin C which promotes eye blood vessel health. Eat oranges as snacks, or juice them for breakfast. Adding them to your fruit salad is also a great option.

  • Kale: Kale is hailed as one of the best eye superfoods. The carotenoids, lutein, and zeaxanthin, found in kale promote retina health and vision. You can prepare kale as a side dish or as snack chips.

See through the myth and get your eyes checked every year

Every step you take to improve your eye health goes a long way in maintaining proper vision in the long run. If you notice any changes in your vision and overall eye health, do not neglect it as it can be symptoms of serious eye complications.

Consult with one of our eye specialists at Disha Eye Hospital, one of the best eye hospitals in West Bengal. We provide high-quality and affordable treatment for serious eye complications, including Cataracts, Glaucoma, Corneal diseases, Squint, Uveitis, and Diabetic Retinopathy in Kolkata.

We have a team of experienced eye specialists who are well-versed with leading medical tools and technology. Book an appointment online at http://www.dishaeye.org/appointment.