Congenital glaucoma, also known as pediatric glaucoma or infantile glaucoma, is a rare eye condition that occurs in infants and young children. It is characterized by elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), which is the pressure inside the eye. This increased pressure can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision impairment or blindness if not treated […]
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is a potentially serious eye disorder that affects premature infants, particularly those born before 31 weeks of gestation and with a birth weight of under 1500 grams (3.3 pounds). ROP occurs when the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, do not develop properly. […]
Refractive errors are common vision problems that occur when the eye’s ability to focus light is impaired, resulting in blurred or distorted vision. The eye’s ability to focus light depends on the way light rays are bent as they pass through the cornea and lens to reach the retina at the back of the eye. […]
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disorder that affects the cornea, which is the clear, dome-shaped front surface of the eye. In individuals with keratoconus, the cornea gradually thins and bulges outwards into a cone-like shape, leading to distorted and blurred vision. This condition can cause significant visual impairment and discomfort. Key characteristics of keratoconus include: […]
