Por Professor Bertil Damato
23.12.21
Oftalmología
How are eye melanomas treated?
Eye melanomas are tumours that develop in or around the eye. In this article, Professor Bertil Damato, expert consultant ophthalmologist, discusses the causes, diagnosis and treatment available. He also explains how innovations in treatment are leading to improved outcomes for patients.
Por Mr Kieren Darcy
15.12.21
Oftalmología
The benefits of refractive surgery
Refractive surgery is a term used to encapsulate a group of modern, revolutionary procedures within ophthalmology, giving surgeons the ability to make life altering impacts on their patients lives. But what is it, and how can people benefit from the procedures? To tell us more, leading expert consultant Mr Kieran Darcy has answered questions and explained what we should know.
Por Dr Gabriella De Salvo
03.12.21
Oftalmología
Age related macular degeneration: your questions answered by a specialist
Age related macular degeneration is a condition that causes a progressive reduction in quality of eyesight. In this article, highly respected consultant ophthalmologist Dr Gabriella De Salvo outlines the early warning signs of the condition.
Por Mr Robert Longhurst
23.11.21
Oftalmología
Is crying really good for you?
Crying, although usually associated with sadness, can actually do us a lot of good. As well as helping us to release built-up tension and being good for our emotional wellbeing, tears are an essential part of the eye's system for removing harmful irritants, bacteria and debris from the eye. In this article, optometrist and dry eye and neuro-optometry expert Mr Robert Longhurst explains why crying is good for the eyes.
Por Professor Bertil Damato
16.11.21
Oftalmología
Spotted: ocular naevus in our eyes
Just as on the skin, there can appear freckles or spots that look like moles on our eyes. Similarly, some may be harmless and some may require medical professional attention. In this article, renowned and esteemed consultant ophthalmologist Professor Bertil Damato explains in detail what ocular naevus is and answers important questions.
Por Dr Rupal Morjaria
26.10.21
Oftalmología
An introduction to macular oedema
Macular oedema is a condition that affects quality of vision. Patients experience blurred and distorted vision caused by a build up of fluid. In this article, respected ophthamologist Dr Rupal Morjaria explains the causes and symptoms of this condition, as well as what treatment options patients may have.
Por Dr Annegret Dahlmann-Noor
13.10.21
Oftalmología
Should my child be doing eye exercises?
In our day-to-day activities, our eyes have to work so we can see. Sometimes, there is a problem or a weakness in our eye muscles and this can cause vision problems, even in children. In this article, consultant ophthalmologist and eye expert Dr Annegret Dahlmann-Noor has explained what eye muscle weaknesses cause difficulty seeing something close-up for children and what parents can do to help.
Por Mr Scott Robbie
05.10.21
Oftalmología
Multifocal lenses: benefits and suitable candidates
Multifocal lenses are lenses that are placed inside a patient's eye, replacing a patient's natural lens with the aim of reducing dependence on glasses. In our latest article, revered consultant ophthalmologist, Mr Scott Robbie, explains what multifocal lenses are, outlines their main benefits and disadvantages, whilst also revealing who may and who may not be suitable candidates for multifocal lenses.
Por Dr Annegret Dahlmann-Noor
30.09.21
Oftalmología
Why does my child have a coloboma?
Some children are born with a key-hole shaped rather than a round pupil – the technical term for this is coloboma. Usually, the elongated part of the pupil is at the bottom part of the iris, towards the nose. A coloboma is the result of an incomplete development of that particular part of the eye. Renowned consultant ophthalmologist Dr Annegret Dahlmann-Noor details information for parents and carers.
Por Mr Pieter Gouws
27.09.21
Oftalmología
Treating Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
We spoke with the highly experienced ophthalmologist, Mr Pieter Gouws, to talk about the treatment options that are available for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction—IPL and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction. Find out the symptoms of MGD in this article, the benefits of these two procedures, how safe they are, and which is best.
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