Clinical Optometry

A  juvenile cataract, also known as a pediatric cataract, refers to a lens opacity that occurs in children and young adults. Unlike age-related cataracts, which typically develop later in life,…

Introduction: Dynamic retinoscopy is a crucial technique used in optometry and ophthalmology to assess the refractive status of the eye. It is a dynamic, objective method that measures the eye’s…

Cataracts are often associated with aging, but did you know that they can also affect newborns? Congenital cataracts are a rare yet significant cause of visual impairment in children. Unlike…

Retinoscopy is an objective method of measuring the optical power. we use a retinoscope to illuminate the inside of the eye and to observe the light that is reflected from…

The Eye as an Optical Instrument: A Comparative Journey with the Camera The human eye, often dubbed the window to the soul, is not only a marvel of biology but…

The Role of NSAIDs in Ophthalmology Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a cornerstone in the management of various ophthalmic conditions. They provide significant anti-inflammatory and analgesic benefits, which are critical…

Regular and Irregular astigmatism Introduction: Astigmatism is a common vision problem caused by an error in the shape of the cornea. With astigmatism, the lens of the eye or the…

CENTRAL SEROUS CHORIORETINOPATHY (CSCR) Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) or also known as central serous choroidopathy (CSC) or earlier known as central serous retinopathy (CSR) is characterised by spontaneous serous detachment…

PROTECT YOUR EYES IN SUMMER SEASON : Summer brings longer days and more sunshine, it also poses unique challenges for eye health. Protecting your eyes during this bright season is…