EYE: Our Window To The World !

Organ of Vision, this is what our eyes are to us!! The eyes are the medium through which we can see the world as it is. An eye is one of the organs that stays functional throughout the day but does it receive optimum care? Eye care is crucial at every stage of life, and consulting with an eye specialist or ophthalmologist can help maintain good eye health. Let’s take a closer look at when and how to care for our eyes.

Firstly, we need to understand that the “care needs” for the eyes of each age group are distinct. Here are a few conditions described that indicate the need for an eye check-up.

• Newborn – A newborn is highly prone to acquire “lazy eyes” or decreased vision, as a parent you need to be vigilant about this.
• Practice – A qualified Ophthalmologist will be able to correct this condition, although the eyes should be cleaned with warm water daily.
• When to consult an eye doctor?
  1. Redness and discharge
  2. Watering
  3. Abnormalities= small eyelid, drooping, white reflex, or squinting
• At the age of 1 to 10 years, a child is at risk of developing vision problems that may remain un-diagnosed for years
• Vision should be tested periodically, especially when parents have glasses
• When to consult an eye doctor?
  1. When he/she has complaints like eye ache, or double vision.
  2. Once a child has glasses, he/she should be re-examined every 6 months, as numbers can increase with height.
  3. In case of squint eye

As the uses of mobile and computers are increasing, the appropriate use should be inquired with an eye doctor.

• Adults – By the age of 60 years, you are likely to develop eye impairment conditions such as; looming around the corner, cataracts, retinal problems glaucoma, etc., and may last lifelong, if not treated.
• Practice – If you are suffering from any of the above-mentioned diseases, a visit to an Ophthalmologist once a year is a must, as the disease affects blood vessels and may lead to irreversible vision impairment or loss.
• When to consult an eye doctor?
  1. Redness
  2. Headache
  3. Irritation and burning
  4. Dimness of vision

So whenever you have an eye problem, please do not ignore it, as without Eyes,

Our World is BLACK!!!