Visual field test
Your visual field refers to how much you can see around you, including objects in your peripheral (side) vision. This test produces a map of your field of …
Tearing in adults
Tearing in adults The lacrimal gland and other small glands located inside the eyelid and on the white part of the eye constantly produce tears to keep the …
Subconjunctival hemorrhage
A subconjunctival haemorrhage is similar to an ordinary bruise on the skin — it’s like a bruise of the eye. It usually appears as a single, …
Smoking and eye disease
Smoking and eye disease Tobacco smoking is directly linked to many adverse health effects, including high blood pressure, heart disease and cancer. Smoking is …
Retinal vein occlusion
A retinal vein occlusion occurs when a vein in the eye’s retina is blocked. The retina is the layer of light-sensing cells lining the back of your eye. It …
Pterygium and pinguecula
Pterygium (pronounced tur-IJ-ee-um) and pinguecula (pronounced pin-GWEK-yoo-la) are growths on the cornea (the clear front window of the eye) and the …
Presbyopia
Presbyopia is a condition in which your eyes gradually lose the ability to see things up close. It is not a disorder or disease but rather a natural …
Posterior capsulotomy
Posterior capsulotomy is a surgical procedure that is sometimes necessary after cataract surgery. Why is a posterior capsulotomy Necessary? Cataract surgery …
Chronic eye infections in infants
Overflow tearing and chronic eye infections in infants Abnormal or overflow eye tearing is a common condition in infants. In fact, approximately one-third of …
Microvascular cranial nerve palsy
Microvascular cranial nerve palsy (MCNP) is one of the most common causes of acute double vision in the older population. It occurs more often in patients …
Macular pucker
The macula is the small area at the center of the eye’s retina that allows you to see fine details clearly. The retina is a layer of light-sensing cells …
Macular hole
The macula is the central area of one of the most important parts of your eye — the retina. The retina is a thin layer of light-sensitive tissue …