What causes coloboma to form inside the eye? During the second month of pregnancy, the buds that become the eyes develop and fold round in a cup-like shape from which
Coloboma
Best disease (Best vitelliform macular dystrophy)
Best disease affects the macula, which is the central part of your retina at the back of your eye. which you use when reading, writing, or watching TV. There is
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Nystagmus
What is nystagmus? Nystagmus (pronounced “ni-STAG-muhs”) is a condition where your eyes make rapid, repetitive, uncontrolled movements. Your eyes may move in different directions: Side to side (horizontal nystagmus). Up
Leber’s Congenital Amaurosis
What is Leber’s congenital amaurosis? Leber’s congenital amaurosis (LCA) is a rare condition that affects the retinas in babies’ eyes. Babies born with LCA have low vision — they often
Accommodative dysfunction
Accommodative dysfunction is an eye-focusing problem resulting in blurred vision—up close and/or far away— frequently found in children or adults who have extended near-work demand. One of the visual skills
Acanthamoeba
Acanthamoeba is one of the most common organisms in the environment. Although it rarely causes infection, when it does occur, it can threaten your vision. Irritated eye – eye infection
Aphakia
Aphakia means not having a lens inside your eye. The lens is the clear, oval-shaped structure behind the iris (colored part of your eye) and pupil. It focuses light rays
Corneal flash burns
What are corneal flash burns? Corneal flash burns are sunburn-like injuries to the corneas of your eyes. The cornea is bowl-shaped and protects the pupil and iris at the front
Low vision
Low Vision Low vision is a condition that you can’t correct with glasses or surgery. It’s bad enough to make everyday activities difficult. A low vision specialist can test your
Dry eyes
Dry eye is a common condition that can cause discomfort and irritation. Fortunately, there are a number of home treatments that can help alleviate the symptoms of dry eye. Natural