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Chalazion

The term chalazion comes from a Greek word meaning a small lump. It refers to a swelling in the eyelid caused by inflammation of one of the small oil producing glands (meibomian glands) located in the upper and lower eyelids.

Chalazion2024-09-18T16:03:12+10:00

Eye Lid Surgery

Stretching of the lower eyelid with age allows the eyelid to droop downward and turn outward. Eyelid burns or skin disease may also cause this problem.

Eye Lid Surgery2024-09-18T16:08:45+10:00

Eye Injury

The combination of the facial muscle, the eyelids and other defence mechanisms are usually quite effective in preventing injuries to the eye, however they do still occur.

Eye Injury2024-09-18T16:09:01+10:00

Diabetic Related Eye Diseases

Diabetic patients experience many health complications arising from impaired blood sugar control, one of which is damage to the membrane at the back of the eye responsible for receiving visual images (the retina).

Diabetic Related Eye Diseases2024-09-18T16:09:13+10:00

Blocked Tear Ducts

Abnormal or overflow tearing is a common condition in infants and babies. In fact, approximately one-third of all newborns have excessive tears and mucous.

Blocked Tear Ducts2024-09-18T16:09:25+10:00

Pterygium & Pinguecula

A pterygium is fleshy tissue that grows over the cornea (the clear front window of the eye). It may remain small or may grow large enough to interfere with vision.

Pterygium & Pinguecula2024-09-18T16:09:53+10:00

Strabismus

Strabismus is a condition in which the eyes do not properly align with each other when looking at an object. The condition may be present occasionally or constantly.

Strabismus2024-09-18T16:10:02+10:00

Corneal Grafts

The cornea is a transparent structure that covers the front of the eye. It is a dome like structure through which the iris and pupil can be seen.

Corneal Grafts2024-09-18T16:10:11+10:00

Fluorescein Angiography

Fluorescein angiography is a diagnostic test in which the retina, the light sensitive tissue in the back of the eye is photographed.

Fluorescein Angiography2024-09-18T16:10:22+10:00

Floaters & Flashes

You may sometimes see small specks or clouds moving in your field of vision. You may see them when looking at a plain background, like a blank wall or blue sky.

Floaters & Flashes2024-09-18T16:10:39+10:00
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