What is refractive error? The function of the eye is to see clearly the objects around us. The inability of the eye to accurately focus the rays of light coming from distance on the retina is called refractive error. This
Poor vision in a child
How to know if my child has poor vision? Normally a child should be able to recognize mother and have a social smile by 6-8 weeks of age. If the child has poor vision in both the eyes, then he/she
Hypertension & Eye
How can high blood pressure affect the eyes? Hypertension or high blood pressure leads to many changes in the blood vessels of the body. These same changes in blood vessels affect the eyes in many ways. It can cause the
Cornea Services
Corneal Blindness Corneal blindness is the fourth leading cause of blindness in India. A majority of such patients are Farm workers. Treating corneal blindness is possible through cornea transplant. In this treatment, a healthy cornea is transplanted in place of