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A New Era in Keratoconus Diagnosis: The Comprehensive Belin ABCD Approach
Aishwarya Jha, B.Optom, F.Optom, M.Optom Optometrist, Cornea and Refractive Services, Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital Keratoconus (KC) is a progressive eye disease characterized by the thinning and bulging of the cornea, which leads to visual distortion. (1)...
Heartfelt Vision: What Your Eyes Reveal About Your Heart Health
Sneha Baidya, M.Optom Consultant Optometrist, Sudarshan Eye Hospital, Gaur, Nepal More than half a billion people worldwide are still affected by cardiovascular diseases, which caused 20.5 million deaths in 2021—nearly a third of all global deaths. This...
Cutting-Edge Technologies in Optometry
Kirthiga Ramalingam, B.Optom Optometry Intern, Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai, India The field of eye care is witnessing groundbreaking advancements that promise to transform how we diagnose and treat various visual impairments. From...
Spice for Eyes: A Flavourful Approach to Eye Health
Lanisha Blessy Monis, M.Optom Assistant Professor, ITM Vocational University, Vadodara, India Food is an integral part of our lives and helps to nourish our body with crucial nutrients. Throughout history, spices have become synonymous with the magic in...
Empowering Patients and Practitioners: Overcoming Vision Obstacles with Reverse Piggyback Scleral Lenses
Varsha Singh, B.Optom, M.Optom Student, The Sankara Nethralaya Academy,Chennai, India Scleral lenses are redefining modern approaches to eye care as they offer significant benefits for patients with irregular corneas or ocular surface disease, providing stable...
Unveiling the Hidden Connection of Yellow Vision: Xanthopsia
Salal Khan, M.Optom, FAAO Assistant Professor, Era University, Lucknow, India Xanthopsia is a rare visual disorder where a person sees everything with a yellowish hue or tint. It's as if they're looking through yellow glasses or a yellow filter. (1,2) This...