Bangladesh Eye Care Information » Common Eye Diseases

Cataract

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 10:08:31 +0000

Cataracts are dense, cloudy areas that slowly form in the lens of the eye. They are common in older people, but can also be present at birth or caused by medications, disease, trauma, or radiation.

Dry eyes

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 10:06:51 +0000

When the eyes do not produce enough tears, this results in dry eyes. It can be caused by environmental factors, dry eye syndrome, medications, and other causes as well.

Eye redness

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 10:06:01 +0000

Eye redness occurs when the vessels of the eye become irritated or swollen. It can occur due to dry air, dust, allergies, or as a result of a more serious condition.

Eyelid inflammation (blepharitis)

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 10:05:17 +0000

Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelash follicles. Its cause is unclear, but allergies, mites, dandruff, and certain medications may increase the likelihood of this form of inflammation.

Corneal abrasion

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 10:04:40 +0000

A minor scratch to the eye’s cornea, which the thin layer that covers the iris and pupil, is called a corneal abrasion. It can be caused by dust, contact lenses, or other foreign objects, and can sometimes develop into a serious eye condition.

Retinopathy

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 10:01:55 +0000

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) occurs in premature babies when abnormal blood vessels and scar tissue grow over the retina. ROP is a major cause of blindness throughout the world.

Foreign object in the eye

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 07:08:51 +0000

A foreign object in the eye is anything that enters the eye from outside the body and does not belong there. It causes immediate symptoms, but may or may not be serious, depending on the object.

Allergic conjunctivitis

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 07:07:58 +0000

Allergic conjunctivitis is when exposure to allergens (such as mold spores or pollen) cause your eyes to become watery, red, and itchy.

Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 07:07:14 +0000

Conjunctivitis, or “pink eye,” is an infection or swelling in the eye area that causes inflammation of the conjunctiva, giving the eye a red or pink color.

Presbyopia

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 07:06:21 +0000

Presbyopia causes people’s eyes to be unable to focus as quickly on close-up objects. It naturally affects everyone’s eyes as they age.