Histoplasmosis is a disease that is contracted by inhaling infected airborne spores. The fungus Histoplasma capsulatum produces the spores that cause it. For short, this microscopic fungus is known as histo. When people disturb the soil by plowing fields, sweeping chicken coops, or digging holes, it gets into the air....Read more
Strabismus is also called crossed eyes because two eyes are not aligned properly and do not work together. Unilateral strabismus means the misalignment affects the same eye while alternating strabismus when the misalignment takes turns for two eyes. It can be constant or intermittent. Types of Strabismus Large-angle strabismus refers...Read more
A possible birth defect of a baby’s eyes is known to be anophthalmia and microphthalmia. These conditions develop during pregnancy. There are instances where anophthalmia or microphthalmia occurs alone or it comes along with other birth defects as a part of a syndrome. Microphthalmia is a birth defect where one...Read more
Cancer of the eye is a malignancy that begins in the eye and spreads across the body. A group of cancer cells is referred to as malignancy. They are abnormal cells that develop rapidly and uncontrollably. They have the ability to spread to other parts of the body or infiltrate...Read more
Age, allergies, underlying illnesses, and other factors can cause red rings around the eyes. Sometimes, home cures are all that are needed to address the root of the problem. However, some people may also require medical attention at times. Most Prevalent Causes of Red Rings Around the Eyes 1. Contact...Read more
Tiny white bumps under the eyes may look similar to chicken skin under the eyes. These may only be milia or syringomas that are no cause for serious concern. However, it is still important to contact your doctor for any skin growth that does not go away. Other causes of...Read more
An infection that can affect the skin and/or the eyes is called cellulitis. The types of cellulitis that can affect the eyes are preseptal and orbital. Preseptal cellulitis is common in children, especially young children. In preseptal cellulitis, the tissue of the eyelid is affected. While in orbital cellulitis, the...Read more
Juvenile macular dystrophy (also known as juvenile macular degeneration) is a category of hereditary eye diseases that mostly affect children and young adults. Age-related macular degeneration is not the same as juvenile macular dystrophy (AMD). While AMD is a normal part of the aging process, juvenile macular dystrophy is an...Read more
When people lose some or all of their vision, they develop Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). Visual hallucinations (seeing things that are not really there) are a result of it. What Causes It? Light enters the eye and is received by the retina in healthy eyesight (the light-sensitive tissue in the...Read more
A swollen eyelid happens when excess fluid (edema) builds up in the tissues around the eyes. This causes inflammation and makes the eyes look swollen. Swollen eyes affect both upper and lower eyelids with or without associated pain. From eye infections, injuries, trauma, or allergies, there are varying causes of...Read more
There has been research about a fatal brain infection known to be related to mad cow disease. The findings emphasized the importance of preventing the spread of infection during other procedures including eye surgery. The rare and fatal brain infection is known to be Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease which can be found...Read more
It is common for individuals to interchange eye floaters and flashes for they come from the same phenomena. Entoptic phenomena refer to when visual effects come within the inside of the eye itself. The most common example of entoptic phenomena is eye floaters and eye flashes. People tend to think...Read more
The herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes herpes keratitis, a viral infection of the eye. The virus is divided into two types: Type 1: is the most common, infecting the face and causing the well-known “cold sore” or “fever blister.” Type 2: is a sexually transmitted herpes infection that affects the...Read more
Typically, the inside of your eyelid should be very smooth. However, if you have giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC), the inside of your eyelid becomes red, swollen, and irritated. Giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC) is more likely to affect people who wear contact lenses, especially soft lenses. Giant papillary conjunctivitis can strike...Read more
In older adults, a disorder that affects the front surface of the eye or the cornea is called Fuchs’ corneal dystrophy. An eye disease that concerns the cells in the innermost layer of the cornea that undergoes degenerative changes is Fuchs’ dystrophy. The endothelium is a layer of cell that...Read more
Retinal detachment is a serious condition that can cost a person’s vision. This is a phenomenon characterized by the separation of the retina from its underlying supportive tissue and can no longer function properly. Unless the retina is reattached soon, permanent blindness may result. Retinal Detachment Symptoms If you suddenly...Read more
Researchers at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center have discovered that light therapy may help premature babies avoid vision problems. They have discovered a light-dependent molecular pathway that regulates how blood vessels develop in the eye. Further studies imply that light therapy might help premature babies fight vision problems whose eyes...Read more
Most people are familiar with common eye problems such as pink eye, cataracts, and glaucoma. Rare eye diseases can be seen only in fiction but not many people know that there is an actual medical condition like this. People often think that bloody tears are not real but it is...Read more
Heterochromia is a condition where a person has two different eye colors. This means that each eye is a different color – for instance, one eye is brown and the other eye is blue. It may also mean that there are at least two different colors in different parts of...Read more
A disease that is concerned with sight associated with AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is called Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis. There are AIDS patients who developed CMV retinitis. One report said that the drugs that are used to treat AIDs helped in decreasing the occurrence of CMV retinitis by more than...Read more
Cytomegalovirus retinitis (CMV retinitis) is a severe eye infection caused by a virus that infects the retina. The light-sensing nerve layer that forms the back of the eye is known as the retina. It is most common in people who have a compromised immune system. How Do You Know if...Read more
It is common for people to know that high blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases have a risk to overall health. Some people are not aware of how high blood pressure can affect our eyesight. Vision can be affected if the damage reaches the arteries in the eye. A blockage in...Read more
Have you ever felt paralysis or weakness of eye muscles? A condition called ophthalmoplegia refers to the paralysis or weakness of the eye muscles which can affect one or more of the six muscles that are responsible for holding our eye in its place. It is important to know the...Read more
Diabetic retinopathy is retinal damage caused by diabetes which could lead to blindness. This can be prevented if detected ahead of time, proper diabetic treatment, and regular eye checkups by your eye doctor. Abnormal high levels of blood sugar caused by uncontrolled diabetes accumulate in blood vessels leading to blood...Read more
Wet or crusted discharge in the eyes is common in people who have allergies or cold. This discharge can cause the eyes to feel wet, gummy, or are glued shut. This condition is commonly known as sticky eyes. Sticky eyes are caused by accumulated collection of skin cells, oil, debris,...Read more
Glaucoma is the most common cause of blindness in persons over the age of 60. Glaucoma-related blindness, can generally be prevented with the right and prompt treatment. Difference Between Acute and Chronic Angle-closure Glaucoma Angle-closure glaucoma Angle-closure glaucoma (also known as closed-angle glaucoma or narrow-angle glaucoma) develops when the iris...Read more
Dacryocystitis is the medical term used for inflammation of lacrimal sac. The lubrication comes from the tears that is produced by lacrimal glands. Nasolacrimal duct obstruction (NLDO) is the main cause of dacryocystitis. There are two categories which are duration and onset. The duration can be acute or chronic. It...Read more
ICE (iridocorneal endothelial syndrome) is a relatively uncommon eye disease. Iridocorneal endothelial syndrome has three major characteristics which are: ● corneal swelling ● changes in the iris ● a form of glaucoma ICE (iridocorneal endothelial syndrome) refers to a community of disorders involving changes in the corneal cells and iris....Read more
Professor Robyn Jamieson, a scientist and head of the Eye Genetics Unit at Westmed in Australia, discovered a very rare syndrome caused by a strange genetic mutation that can make a whole family blind. The case of Beth White’s retinal disease in 2004 from Sydney has led Professor Jamieson into...Read more
The cornea is the eye’s clean front window. A cut on the cornea is known as a corneal laceration. It is usually caused by a sharp object that flies into the eye and scratches the cornea. Something striking the eye with significant force, such as a metallic hand tool, can...Read more
Eye floaters vary on people, from different shapes and shades to moving or wavy lines, to small black dots in your vision. Floaters are not a medical concern but a visual annoyance. Although a sudden increase of floaters is concerning because it could be a retinal detachment symptom and it...Read more
Arcus senilis is a white, gray, or blue looking ring surrounding the cornea. This is commonly seen in elderlies but can also affect people of any age. Arcus senilis is usually harmless, although it is sometimes a symptom of high cholesterol in people below 45 years old. Arcus senilis can...Read more
Onchocerciasis is an ailment brought on by a specific parasite. African river blindness is another name for this ailment. It is the world’s second-leading cause of infectious blindness. Before blindness, people frequently experience symptoms such as itching and pimples on their skin. What Causes It? Onchocerciasis is caused by a...Read more
Ocular rosacea is associated with a common inflammatory disease that affects the skin around the face, chest, as well as the eyes. The condition may be linked with inherited and environmental factors such as excessive sun exposure. Rosacea affects more women than men. Recent studies imply that 6-18% of people...Read more
A black eye is also known as a shiner which appears when an injury near the eye occurs. There is a broken blood vessel under the skin which causes a bruise or discoloration to appear. The usual cause of this is blunt force trauma. Swelling is present when you have...Read more
Hyphema is the collection of blood in the anterior chamber of the eye, the space between the cornea and the iris, caused by bleeding or a broken blood vessel in the eye. The number of accumulated blood grades the severity of the hyphema: Grade 0 (microhyphema): Collection of blood is...Read more
Most people probably heard the term “legally blind” and do not know what it means. Many people assumed that legal blindness is a medical condition. The truth is legal blindness is a government standard for an individual that is impaired in performing activities such as driving. If you are legally...Read more
Dry eyes occur when there are inadequate tears to lubricate the eyes. This condition is medically termed as keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) or more commonly known as dry eye syndrome. Overview Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that affects almost 37% of the people. It may root from insufficient tear...Read more
Eye conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, cataracts, and macular degeneration are known to be the common conditions that an ophthalmologist treats. Not all know that ophthalmologists are qualified to treat rare eye conditions as well. A disease is called to be rare if it only affects fewer than 200,000 people....Read more
An eye abnormality known to be microphthalmia arises before birth where one or both eyeballs are abnormally small. The eyeball can be completely missing in some affected individuals. There are cases where there is remaining eye tissue. People interchanged the definition of microphthalmia and anophthalmia. The thing is you will...Read more
A blocked tear duct prevents tears from draining normally which causes a watery and irritated eye. This condition is common in newborns and usually gets better without medical intervention. However, a blocked tear duct in adults is caused by injury, infection, or tumor. Fortunately, a blocked tear duct is almost...Read more
A healthy, undamaged retina is essential for clear vision in the eye. Choroidal neovascular membranes (CNVM) are new blood vessels that form beneath the retina and cause damage. The choroid is where these blood vessels develop. They are able to get past the choroid-retina barrier. They cause visual loss when...Read more
Shingles is characterized by a painful red rash with blisters that break open and scab over. The herpes zoster virus is to blame for this. Chickenpox is caused by the same virus. The virus persists in your body’s nerve cells after you have chickenpox. You may not have any symptoms...Read more
Eye herpes or ocular herpes is a viral eye infection caused by type 1 herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) that also causes cold sores surrounding the mouth and lips. Frequently, eye herpes affects the cornea of the eye (herpes keratitis). Eye herpes also affects the superficial cells of the cornea (epithelial...Read more
A neurological disorder that affects the nervous system is called Adie’s pupil or Holmes-Adie syndrome. The brain, spinal cord, and nerves are part of the nervous system that control the involuntary body movements we do. Sweating, salivating, and sneezing are examples of reflexive actions that happen automatically. We do not...Read more
A corneal ulcer is a painful red eye accompanied by mild to heavy eye discharge and diminished vision. This is caused by an infection to the cornea with abscess. Corneal Ulcer Causes The common cause of corneal ulcers is bacterial infection that affects the cornea after an eye injury or...Read more
An eye condition called glaucoma damages the optic nerve of the eye slowly. Some people with glaucoma are not aware that they have it. They usually lose their vision first before being able to notice any problems they have with their eyes. It is important to have a regular eye...Read more
Bacteria, fungi, and viruses are harmful organisms that invade your eye resulting in an eye infection. It can be any part of the eyeball such as the cornea and conjunctiva. The symptoms of eye infections are the following: Redness of eye Pain Discharge in eye Watery eyes Dry eyes Sensitivity...Read more
Vitreous is a material that fills the center of the eye. In the rear of the eye, the vitreous is generally linked to the retina. When the vitreous pulls away from the retina, it is called posterior vitreous detachment (PVD). Causes The vitreous changes as we get older. It loses...Read more
You could be unaware until someone points out you have a red spot in the eye. Here is what it says about your health. It could be disturbing to see a red spot right on your eye. However, the good news is it’s rarely a medical emergency. The usual cause...Read more
It may be odd, but did you know that there are a lot of people sleeping with their eyes open? It is surprisingly common. However, people who sleep with their eyes open are vulnerable to severe eye problems such as dry eyes, infections, and eye injury. Sleeping with the eyes...Read more
According to a recent study, you are less likely to develop age-related macular degeneration (AMD) if you eat more calcium-rich foods. There is a report that contradicts the result of the study that stated too much calcium makes AMD more likely to occur. Emily Chew, a researcher at the National...Read more
Sarcoidosis is a chronic inflammatory condition that results in the formation of granulomas, which are small clumps of cells. Granulomas grow in the body’s tissues and organs. Granulomas can exacerbate inflammation and cause tissue damage. According to the Cleveland Clinic, sarcoidosis can affect the eyes in up to 60% of...Read more
It can be disturbing if the vision in one of your eyes suddenly becomes distorted and blurry. This may signify the development of a macular hole. The macula is a tiny spot in the retina of the back part of the eye. The macula contains light-sensitive cells called cones and...Read more
Acanthamoeba is one of the most microscopic organisms in the environment, but it rarely causes any infection. When infection does occur, though, it can be extremely serious and can endanger your vision. It is a parasite usually found on soil and water such as tap water, swimming pools, hot tubs,...Read more
Many people wonder if it is possible to be born without iris. It is uncommon but it is possible, iris hypoplasia means people are born without the colored part of their eye or the iris. It occurs in 1 out of every 50,000 to 100,000 infants worldwide. Aniridia means eyes...Read more
Alexandria’s genesis is nothing but an online myth. This claim of human eyes turning purple is just a fiction. Over 150 people who claimed they have this fake condition allegedly have purple eyes, pale skin, absence of body hair, perfectly proportioned bodies, high levels of fertility without menstruation in women,...Read more
Not all eye floaters are the same because they can look different to different people. There are different types of eye floaters which vary in shapes and shades. Eye floaters are said to be “spots” by many people but it comes in different forms. When eye floaters appear, it does...Read more
Color blindness is a deficiency in which an individual lacks the ability to perceive colors and is not a form of blindness. A person with color blindness will have difficulty in seeing certain colors such as red, green, blue, and yellow. Signs and Symptoms of Color Blindness: One of the...Read more
A cataract is known to be the clouding of the lens of the eye that occurs later in life. If it is present at birth, it is called a congenital cataract. Cataract surgery may be recommended to prevent amblyopia and blindness in infants but it depends on the location of...Read more
Photophobia is a discomfort caused by light sensitivity or intolerance of light. Light sources such as fluorescent light, sunlight, and incandescent light can cause discomfort and may require squinting or closing the eyes for relief. Light-sensitive people may experience accompanying symptoms of headaches along with irritation to bright light. Causes...Read more
Pink eye is also known as conjunctivitis which is caused by a virus or bacteria. The symptoms that can be present are itchy, red, watery eyes, and sometimes an eye discharge. Pink eyes are contagious for days to weeks after these symptoms occurred. When children are diagnosed with pink eyes,...Read more
Many people are not familiar with this type of disorder known as Behçet’s disease. Behçet’s disease is a rare disorder that results in damage to blood vessels which causes problems in part of the body including the eyes. The condition is usually long-term or chronic but there are times where...Read more
Keratoconus is when the cornea bulges outward forming a cone shape in your eye. The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped surface of your eye that causes blurred vision and light sensitivity when deformed. Keratoconus usually occurs in both eyes but is often more severe on one eye than the other....Read more
The drooping of the upper eyelid on one or both eyes is called ptosis. This condition may barely be noticeable or could cover the entire pupil interfering with a person’s vision. Ptosis, also known as blepharoptosis could start at birth (congenital ptosis) or could later occur in life (acquired ptosis)....Read more
When there is damage to the optic nerve due to the elevated pressure in the eye refers to the group of conditions called glaucoma. The danger of leaving glaucoma untreated is that it can cause blindness. If you have normal pressure inside your eyes, it is still possible to have...Read more
Anophthalmia and microphthalmia are the two terms used interchangeably. It is important to know the definitions of the two terms, especially when to use them. Microphthalmia is a disorder where one or both eyes are abnormally small, while anophthalmia is the absence of one or both eyes. There are cases...Read more
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is a condition in which the arteries (blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart) become inflamed (swell). When arteries swell, blood flow via these vessels is reduced. The arteries in the neck, upper body, and arms are affected by GCA. Because it affects the...Read more
A disorder known as neuropathic corneal pain causes your eyes, face, or head to become overly sensitive. It also causes them pain. Corneal neuralgia is another name for this illness. The specific etiology is unknown. They believe it is caused by corneal nerve injury mixed with inflammation. Your nervous system...Read more
Macular telangiectasia (MacTel) is a condition that affects the macula and causes central vision loss. When the tiny blood vessels around the fovea become clogged, MacTel grows. The fovea, located in the middle of the macula, provides us with our sharpest central vision for tasks such as reading. The cause...Read more
Uveitis is the swelling of the middle layer of the eye known as the uvea. This layer consists of the iris, choroid, and ciliary body of the eye. Uveitis can be caused by various factors such as eye injury, toxic chemical exposure, or inflammatory diseases. Uveitis may be classified in...Read more
Diplopia means double vision which creates separate or overlapping images of the same object when you are supposed to be seeing only one. The less dominant image seen through diplopia is termed as “ghost image”. Three types of diplopia include: Monocular diplopia: Double vision that persists only in one eye...Read more
Dystonia is a movement disorder that induces excessive muscle contractions or spasms. Blepharospasm is a form of dystonia. It’s also known as benign critical blepharospasm, and it’s when the eyelids blink or twitch involuntarily and uncontrollably. Blepharospasm typically develops progressively and worsens over time. Although your eyes are fine, the...Read more
You may wonder what aberrations are and what it does to your eyes when your doctor says that you have it. Coma, trefoil, and spherical aberration are some of the unfamiliar names of higher-order aberrations. These can cause some struggles seeing during the night, blurring, or double vision. To some...Read more
Blood is carried throughout your body, including your eyes, through arteries and veins. One main artery and one main vein running through the retina of the eye. Branch retinal vein occlusion (BRVO) occurs when the branches of the retinal vein become occluded. Blood and fluid leak out into the retina...Read more
Pseudoexfoliation syndrome (PXF or PEX) is an age-related systemic syndrome characterized by the gradual deposition of fibrillary white flaky material (dandruff-like) on the lens capsule, ciliary body, zonules, corneal endothelium, iris, and pupillary margin. These tiny aggregates of protein fibers are found in the heart, kidneys, liver, lungs, and eye...Read more
Red and itchy eyes require immediate remedy or else, it can hinder productivity. These two symptoms may mean you have either pink eyes or just allergies. This can be confusing when you are trying to find the proper remedy. Since both have similar symptoms like discomfort, discharge, and redness, figuring...Read more
Photosensitivity is an uncommon and seemingly unpredictably unforeseen consequence of refractive surgery that can manifest as a debilitating, bilateral ocular pain that necessitates prompt treatment. Transient light-sensitivity syndrome (TLSS) is a condition that can appear months after ocular surgeries and is associated with inflammation of structures in the anterior chamber...Read more
During the menopausal stage, women experience hot flashes which is the common symptom of menopause. Some women find hot flashes a hindrance to the tasks that they perform. Menopausal women not only face the struggle of hot flashes but also dry eye symptoms. Dry eye is a condition where your...Read more
The material that gives your iris its color is pigment. When the pigment rubs off the back of your iris, it causes pigment dispersion syndrome (PDS). This pigment then floats around the eye, causing it to become discolored. Pigment specks can clog the drainage angle in your eye, which can...Read more
“Legally blind” pertains to being visually impaired by the law when eyeglasses or contact lenses cannot correct your vision beyond particular standards. To be considered legally blind, one must have a 20/200 visual acuity or worse in your better eye with corrective glasses or contact lenses on it. Legal blindness...Read more
Pediatricians, as well as eye doctors, emphasize the importance of vision screening. The vision of children is not yet fully developed. It is vulnerable to eye diseases because it is still developing. A healthy vision can develop if eye diseases and conditions are managed. If your child undergoes vision screening,...Read more
Nystagmus is an eye disorder that causes involuntary and rhythmic eye movements. The involuntary movements make it hard for a person to keep the eyes fixed and focused on an object making it difficult to do everyday tasks. Types of Nystagmus Nystagmus is comparatively rare and only affects 2-3 out...Read more
Glaucoma damage is irreversible. However, medications and surgery can help prevent additional damage. Chronic angle-closure glaucoma nearly always necessitates the use of a laser or surgery to reopen the closed drainage angle. Most patients will also require eyedrop medication to assist in reducing their eye pressure. Medication Eyedrop medicine is...Read more
People are not aware of the strangest eye conditions that exist. When they hear things such as hairy eyes, red eyes, and cat eyes, and bloody tears, they think that is all in the movies. The truth is these are real eye conditions even though it looks like carnival acts....Read more
A hemangioma is a benign (non-cancerous) tumor caused by irregular blood vessel formation. Hemangiomas can appear anywhere on the body, but the face and neck are the most common sites. Hemangiomas may be present at birth, but they are more common in the first six months of life. Hemangiomas are...Read more
If your eyelids always feel itchy, irritated, or swollen, it may be because of eyelid dermatitis. Atopic (allergic) contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis are the two types of a very common condition called eyelid dermatitis. Symptoms Symptoms may be chronic or sudden and occasionally occur in one or both...Read more
Milia are small, white, or yellowish cysts that appear on your face and body including on the eyelids and under the eyes. Milia are sometimes called “milk spots” or “oil seeds” and typically occur in clusters. Milia are very prevalent in newborns which affects nearly 50% of all full-term newborn...Read more
Pseudostrabismus is a condition in which one or both of a child’s eyes appear to be misaligned (crossed), but they are not. This differs from strabismus, which occurs when the eyes are misaligned and point in opposite directions. One eye may look forward while the other turns in, out, up,...Read more
An allergen, or an external irritation, is usually the cause of bloodshot or red eyes. Irritated eyes might appear unpleasant, with pink or crimson streaks in the conjunctiva and white sclera. Common Causes The following are some of the most common symptoms associated with bloodshot eyes: ● tearing ● burning...Read more
Polycoria affects the pupils and can occur in both or just one eye. It commonly starts during childhood but is often diagnosed later in life. Two types of polycoria include: True polycoria. This involves two or more separate pupils sharing one eye. Each pupil has its own normally functioning...Read more
JIA (juvenile idiopathic arthritis) is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects children under the age of sixteen. JIA is a type of autoimmune disorder. White blood cells damage the body’s healthy joints (the cells that normally fight disease) in JIA. The joints get inflamed as a result of this....Read more
Corneal abrasions are the most frequent eye injury that doctors encounter with their patients. The cornea is the clear, curved structure on the surface of our eyes. It is a delicate dome-shaped “window” of our eyes. Any scratch or scrape on the cornea is termed as a corneal abrasion. Corneal...Read more
Almost all tender, red bumps on the edge of the eyelid are harmless and can heal on their own in about a week. But sometimes, one week is long enough for a little red bump on your eyelid to be a complete nuisance. Luckily, there are a few home remedies...Read more
Entropion is generally unavoidable. You might be able to avoid the type brought on by trachoma. If your eyes get red and itchy after visiting an area where trachoma infection is widespread, consult a doctor right once for an exam and treatment. Diagnosis of Entropion Entropion is commonly detected during...Read more
There is a connection between the eye and brain which is the optic nerve, it processes and transmits the visual information. If inflammation occurs in the optic nerve it is called optic neuritis. During inflammation, it damages the protective sheath that surrounds the nerve or known as the myelin or...Read more
Iridocorneal endothelial syndrome is a rare type of glaucoma that commonly occurs only in one eye. This syndrome causes the cells on the rear area of the cornea to spread across the drainage tissue of the eyes and the iris. This leads to an increase in the eye pressure that...Read more
Trichiasis is a common problem with eyelids. Eyelashes curl inwards toward the pupil of the eye. The cornea, conjunctiva, and inner surface of the eyelids are all rubbed by the lashes. The eye is irritated as a result of this. What Causes It? There is no known cause for trichiasis....Read more
A chalazion is a painless bump on the upper or lower eyelid. A chalazion results from healed internal styes that are no longer infectious. These cyst-like eyelid bumps develop around an oil gland in the eyelid that causes red and swollen eyelids. A chalazion consists of pus and blocked fatty...Read more
Blood is carried throughout your body, including your eyes, through arteries and veins: one main artery and one main vein running through the retina of the eye. Central retinal vein occlusion occurs when the main retinal vein becomes occluded (CRVO). Blood and fluid leak out into the retina when a...Read more
