Showing posts with label eye clinic dubai. Show all posts
Showing posts with label eye clinic dubai. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

LASIK Treatment in UAE For Young People


The Eye Clinic in Dubai says that vision begins to decline with age, due to a combination of the normal aging process and common age related vision problem such as glaucoma or cataracts. However, aging-seniors, are not the only people at the receiving end of treatment to improve their vision, many people of all ages and sizes, even toddlers, to teenagers, to young adults, find that they may need the assistance of prescription lenses to see to their best ability.
Unlike seniors who would not mind wearing prescription lenses each and every day, young patients may find that wearing prescription lenses often obstruct and get in the way of many of their favorite activities and is a  hindrance to them to lead a comfortable life and have clear vision. For instance, youngsters who participate in sports regularly or like being active outdoors or enjoying summer spending the day by the pool, and worry about contacts and glasses. Therefore, many young people look  for the same solution that adults do to gain a clear vision without the assistance of  LASIK Surgery in Dubai. 
Currently, there is a lot of research that has been conducted on the implications and effectiveness of LASIK surgery for patients who are under the age of 25. However, a recent study suggests that LASIK in UAE is very successful in patients who 25 years old or younger as opposed to older patients. In the research report the younger patients and older patients were monitored on how they reacted to LASIK. The outcome suggested that there were significant results that were observed in younger patients, results that were better than expected or anticipated. 
However, since this type of treatment is still new, especially LASIK Treatment in UAE, there are many studies that have shown that LASIK treatment is very safe and extremely effective in patients who are 25 and over, and also is a successful and effective treatment  for patients who are under the age of 25. Also, because younger patients are more active, vigorous and lively as opposed to aging seniors, older or young adults. LASIK for young adults under the age of 25 is much more practical and is the most obvious choice as opposed to traditional treatment options, especially on the long run. For these patients, having to deal with LASIK surgery early on in life, means that they have less time to deal with the discomfort, hassle and expenses of prescription lenses and the impact it has on the quality of their life at a later stage. 
For instance, young patients are prone to be more likely to use contact lenses and sleep in their contacts or have glasses interfere with their overall look and lifestyle, so LASIK treatment makes more sense for the individual. 
Age certainly does influences a patient's LASIK candidacy, but it by no means draws an absolute boundary. If you are young or an aging citizen who is in good health, have a consistent prescription and considering LASIK treatment, meet with an eye care surgeon to assess your eligibility and options.

Friday, August 29, 2014


If you look at any eye clinic in Dubai you tend to see more elderly patients than young.This has raised the concern that will everyone with age be at risk of an eye condition. As with all things in life, change is unavoidable when it comes to health related factors as well. Many of the best lasik in Dubai are sought after by the elderly population who are in need of cataract surgery in Dubai at one time or the other.
While proper eye care can help towards maintaining your vision without much deterioration with age, but some level of deterioration is to be expected. Opticians recommend regular check-ups to monitor eye conditions and will also be able to advice you on preventative steps towards any possible eye conditions and early treatment methods. It is not advised to delay regular eye check-ups or to wait till an eye condition worsens to visit the eye clinic as it can lead to more expensive and uncomfortable procedures if the vision is greatly affected. Treatments in the early stages are comparatively far easier for the patient. Cataracts in Dubai are one of the most common eye conditions that can be treated easily if diagnosed early. 
Our vision in the first 3 decades of our life will be at its best. Any common eye conditions at this age are also easily treatable with corrective glasses or lenses as the eyes are very healthy in the early years. It is best to start taking care of the eyes from these early days by protecting it from various hazardous conditions. Cigarette Smoke, UV Rays and long strain to the eyes can all lead to macular degeneration as we age. Sunglasses can help towards protecting your eyes from environmental hazards and by eating healthy and avoiding hazardous environments and smoke can help to preserve the eyes in their best possible condition for many years to come. 
By the time we reach the age of 40 – 50, it is common to start experiencing difficulties in carrying out simple tasks like reading and working at the computer. The eye lenses tend to start hardening by this age which affects the ability to focus on items as well as it was able to in the early years. As the years pass on various other eye conditions including cataracts and glaucoma will be experienced.
It is never too late to get your eyes checked and obtain the eye specialist advice on any corrective measures you need to take.

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Keratoconus Dubai


Keratoconus Dubai is quite a serious eye disorder that affects one in 2000 individuals. The condition progresses in both eyes for about 96% of Keratoconus patients. The condition is a disease of the cornea, which leads it to swell up and bulge disproportionately causing visual disturbances in the central section of your vision. Keratoconus is a physical change in the cornea that can be corrected with the use of rigid contact lenses during the early stages of the condition that may help to reduce the progression of the disease.

The true cause for Keratoconus is not known, although it is seen to run in families, no genetic link has yet been found to connect the disease to specific causes. Some scientists claim that the condition is more visible in those patients with chronic eye rubbing directly damaging the structure of the cornea.

Keratoconus starts when the fibres in the eye called collagen the same ones found on skin weaken. The weakened collagen, which really are protein fibres start to bulge unable to hold the shape of the cornea. The bulge starts from the centre, changing the cornea from a dome shape to cone shaped over the years. The condition usually starts in teenagers and can progress very quickly and halt or it may progress slowly over many decades.

The condition like any other condition affects your sight, and the first signs of the condition are usually floaters, blurred far vision, and patients do feel the bulge. It is almost impossible for people with Keratoconus to see objects without distortion, and would therefore need specially made eyeglasses or rigid contact lenses to force the bulge back into place.

The symptoms that are easily noticeable during an eye examination or even when the disease starts would be a sudden change in the equality of your vision. A patient will experience double or even triple ghost images, and will be unable to make out objects or faces at all during the latter stages of Keratoconus.

Keratoconus is a dangerous to anyone’s vision, and in most severe cases, a corneal transplant will be required to restore your vision. Keratoconus has varying degrees of progression that has to be monitored right from the start to decide on an appropriate course of action. Eye Surgery UAE may be a requirement to stop the disease from progressing further. Corneal Transplants would be the best treatment for a bulging cornea, as the corneal change that takes place is a physical change caused by weakening of the protein fibres; the only viable and effective treatment is to perform a corneal transplant.

Ebsaar Eye Surgery Centre is an advanced eye care clinic with specialized eye surgeons and specialists who are trained in this specific eye condition. Our team of eye doctors are lead by Dr. Hani Sakla who received his medical training in Europe. We have a fully equipped eye clinic in Dubai that is able to offer you state-of-the-art eye and vision care in the most comfortable setting. We are the leading eye clinic Dubai, dedicated to the protection of sight for infants to adults.

To maintain and keep your eyes and vision safe and healthy you will need to work closely with an eye doctor and have regular eye checkups to ensure that you are not at risk for Keratoconus. Visit Ebsaar Eye Surgery and Vision Correction Clinic today and be tested for this high risk visual condition.

Friday, June 6, 2014

LASIK Eye Surgery in Dubai to Restore Vision

Your eyesight is one of the most vital senses you have. Damage or disease to the eyes is seen as detrimental to your life, preventing you from enjoying life as you should. Ebsaar Eye Clinic Dubai has been forging ahead in the field of vision health, bringing you some of the most talented eye surgeons in Dubai. This clinic strives to be the best and the safest option for LASIK UAE, as we specialize in systematic diagnosis, and effective treatment for all eye disorders and visual problems that our patients face.

We are fully equipped to handle complex eye surgeries in our facilities, being an accredited eye clinic in Dubai for the past 20 years. Ebsaar is lead by Dr. Hani Sakla a third generation eye surgeon in his family, with over 30 years of experience in the field of ophthalmology, Dr, Sakla has been instrumental in research and continuous improvement in the field of ophthalmology in Dubai. Dr. Sakla is supported by a team of eye specialists, whose expertise vary, covering every type of eye disorder and visual trouble helping those with depleting eye conditions find effective cures and treatments for their specific condition.

Ebsaar is also a recommended clinic for LASIK eye surgery in Dubai. LASIK eye surgery can be done to correct extreme problems with vision, astigmatism, and some other conditions which require physical correction to a single section of the eye structure. LASIK surgery is effective in reducing the need to wear eye glasses and contact lenses, aids in the removal of abnormalities from the surface of the cornea and also helps doctors restore function to the back of the eye.

Ebsaar LASIK Surgeons are able to help near sightedness, far sightedness, astigmatism, and Presbyopia. All these conditions are related to the shape of the cornea and the lens which lies behind the cornea. LASIK makes minor corrections to the cornea and the lens without causing too much distress to the individual. Additionally, LASIK surgery has replaced countless other eye surgeries that used to compel patients to take weeks off work just to recover.

LASIK Surgery aims to change the cornea to appear normal so light travelling through the eye will be refracted correctly. If you took a common magnifying glass that you bought at a bookstore, you will notice that each glass lens is smooth and perfectly shaped in a convex/concave manner to refract light at the right angel so you can view the object more clearly. Now if you were to either melt the glass, or scratch it so the surface is uneven, using of course a steal nail or a hot iron rod, the image you see will not be so clear. Heating the glass lens to extreme temperatures will cause it to lose its shape, failing to magnify the object as it did before.


The cornea too changes over time, and is sometimes defected at birth for genetic reasons. Of course unlike the extreme damage to the glass lens, your cornea experiences minor abnormalities which are easily corrected with the best LASIK in Dubai at Ebsaar. The LASIK technology that we use is considered the most modern and sophisticatedLASIK Dubai, which has been FDA approved and has almost a 100% success rate. If you are tired of wearing eye glasses, or feel uncomfortable with contact lenses, LASIK may be an option you would like to consider. Every patient case is different, and our doctors will conduct a full eye examination and understand your lifestyle and also the type of career you are in, before deciding whether LASIK is indeed safe for you. Visit us for a consultation on LASIK and what it can do for you. You don’t have to wear glasses or contact lenses forever, when LASIK can restore your vision to normal.  

Friday, May 2, 2014

What do your eyes say about your health

Simply looking into the mirror can say a lot about your health. Yes this is true, many health problems leave signs and symptoms in the eye, and qualified eye doctors Dubai can pick up on these symptoms just by examining the eyes. So if you haven’t had a health check in a while, a complete eye examination can tell you if you are at risk for other health conditions.

It is the common notion that the eyes are the windows to one’s soul, but in actual fact they are indeed the only visible soft organs of our body to the outside world. The eyes are delicate complex organs that sit unprotected from the outside world, infection; germs, disease, and direct sunlight can damage the structure of the eyes and hamper your vision at the same time. So taking care of your eyes, should be your number one priority for a healthy body.

Many diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer, aids, and other genetic diseases first show up in the eyes with telltale signs that experienced eye doctors can detect. On many occasions people avoid full medical checkups because they are time consuming and involve a range of needles and other complex tests which are both expensive and inconvenient. You can actually be in peace knowing your health is normal by following through with a full eye examination every year, but this doesn’t mean that you should not have your full body check up either.

Exophthalmos is the scientific term for bug eyes, in which the eyes look like they are popping out of their sockets, which is also a symptom of Grave’s Disease. Grave’s disease is characterized by over reactive thyroid glands, which causes excessive sweating, nervousness, extreme weight loss and the irregular beating of the heart. Thyroid problems are high-risk health conditions that require immediate medical attention.
Cholesterol is apparent for anybody now, regardless of age or fitness. It has a lot do with the type of foods we eat daily. But it is also a medical condition that first starts to shows signs in the eye, commonly noted by a thin grey ring around the cornea. The grey ring is a symptom of cholesterol and the higher risk medical health condition called triglycerides, which means you are at risk for a heart attack or stroke.

Cataracts is an eye condition that is noted by the extensive clouding of the lens. But it doesn’t always appear just because we age. In most cases cataracts is a symptom of diabetes, and tumours and cataracts can be a side effect of certain prescription medication too.

There is a whole heap of medical conditions that can be detected quite simply with just a look into the eyes by an eye doctor. Ebsaar eye surgery centre in Dubai is an eye clinic Dubai that has all the necessary resources to examine the eyes thoroughly to check for any signs of medical health risks. Dr. Hani Sakla has been treating eye disorders for over 25 years and has gained immense training and understanding in detecting medical symptoms in the eyes. All our organs receive the same mix of blood, and therefore any abnormalities in our health can be easily detected by observing unusual deposits left behind in the eyes for us to see.

Thursday, January 2, 2014

Blepharitis In Dubai

Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center sees many people who experience problems with vision and physical discomfort of the eye. A very common eye condition is the itchy, swollen, red eye that is symptoms of Blepharitis. Blepharitis is commonly noted by inflamed eyelids caused by bacteria found excessively on the skin. When this bacteria combines with the oil from the eyelids, it causes discomfort prompting the person the scratch the eyes for relief.

The eyes have their own lubricating gland called the meibomian gland on the eyelids. This gland can become blocked and infected which a common cause for dry eyes. The symptoms will progress to excessive tearing, redness and the eyelids will become scaly, dry, and red. The meibomian gland is affected by a hormone imbalance in the body and therefore cannot be directly treated. However, the symptoms of Blepharitis are managed by the patient and the Dubai eye care doctor through specific routines and good eye care.

Symptoms of Blepharitis

The blockage of the meibomian gland can lead the feeling that something is lodged in the eye. The eyes will feel warm or you may experience a burning sensation and experience sensitivity to light. The eyelids will become red and swollen and this may cause your eyelashes to fall off. Additionally, the eyes will tear excessively and have bouts of dryness and itchiness.

How is Blepharitis Treated?

Blepharitis is not cured but the symptoms are treated and managed with proper eyelid hygiene. If the condition is left untreated, the symptoms will progress on to cause severe eye infection. Should you experience these symptoms continuously see an eye care specialist in Dubai immediately to prevent further discomfort of the eye. Here are some steps that you could follow at home to keep your eyes clean and infection free:
  • Always keep your hair away from the eyes. Loose falling hair will cause more irritation to the eye.
  • Always wash hands before touching the eye
  • Dab a warm, clean, washcloth in a diluted solution of baby shampoo and using your index finger, wipe the eyelids clean. The baby shampoo is safe and chemical free and will provide immediate relief by cleaning the eyelids effectively. Rinse thoroughly and dry the eye using another clean washcloth.
Medical treatment

Your eye doctor will prescribe artificial tears to wash the eyes out for mild forms of Blepharitis. Additionally, antibacterial solutions help fight the bacteria and your doctor may suggest draining out the infected oil with a procedure known as LipiFlow. This is a short treatment that gently “milks” out the infection from the meibomian gland.

Prevention of Blepharitis

If you are affected by the condition, it is advised to keep your hands clean, avoid rubbing your eyes too often and follow good eye care hygiene as required. Additionally, it is advisable to avoid wearing eye make as the chemical ingredients can further irritate the eyes. If makeup is a requirement, do not share your eye makeup with anybody else and always make sure the products used have not passed the expiry dates. Those who wear reusable contact lenses should take extra measures to ensure the contact lenses are cleaned well.

If the symptoms progress for more than three days make an appointment to see an eye specialist immediately at Ebsaar Eye Surgery Clinic for proper medical attention.

Monday, December 23, 2013

AMD Treatment Dubai

Any condition related to the eye can be a cause for great concern, regardless of the severity of the problem. There are a few common eye diseases that affect people over the age of fifty-five one of which is macular degeneration. It is sometimes referred to as AMD or Age-related macular degeneration.

AMD is responsible for a third of the world population of blindness, affecting the back area of the eye, the macula which is a part of the retina. This part allows us to see clarity and distinguish between features and details. When this part degenerates, our vision will become blurred and fuzzy. Complete blindness is a very rare occurrence although it is not to be disregarded either.

Macular degeneration can affect one or both eyes at varying speeds. Some individuals will notice a gradual loss in the clarity of their vision over time, and some will notice their quality of vision depreciating much faster than expected. If you have a family history of macular degeneration, it is best to have your eyes tested for the condition regularly at Ebsaar Eye Surgery Centre as regularly as frequently as every two years. Habits such as smoking and excessive alcohol consumption could cause the condition to progress faster and prematurely than expected and it is therefore advised that those with the risk of AMD, avoid these substances.

People who are affected by the condition find it difficult to drive and recognize familiar faces. Detailing might be lost and instead you may see blobs of the object or person rather than a clear image. Depending on the severity of the condition, your eye surgeon will decide on an appropriate treatment plan for you. This may include dietary changes, lifestyle changes, prescription glasses or surgery. Although surgery is usually the last resort as it involves the very delicate section of the eye.

Regular eye exams at Ebsaar Eye Surgery Centre can help you identify the risks factors present and help you decide on early treatment and prevention. An eye exam at the Dubai Eye Clinic by Dr. Hani Sakla, will be a thorough examination to identify a few things pertaining to the health of your eyes and vision. A detailed eye exam will include some of the following:
  • The Dilation test allows your eye specialist to look inside the eye. You will be given an eye drop that will widen the pupil just enough for the doctor to look inside the eye using a special magnifying instrument. This will allow him a clear view of the macula and the optic nerve. Should degeneration be present, it will be obvious with this test.
  • Your visual acuity is measured using a general eye chart. Your vision clarity is measured at various distances allowing the doctor to stipulate the AMD risks that you may have.
  • The last test is where a natural dye is injected into the eye to check if the eye has any damaged blood vessels. The dye usually clears out within a few hours.
  • The Amsler grid is used to track changes present in your central vision.
The health of your macular can be determined with the help of these tests. Early detection of AMD will help you maintain healthy vision in Dubai and possibly prolong the onset of Age-related Macular Degeneration. If you are above the age of fifty-five, or have a family history of AMD, or are a heavy smoker it is best to have the AMD tests done regularly which will help you maintain your vision for longer.

Monday, December 2, 2013

Astigmatism Dubai

Astigmatism is a common eye condition sometimes present at birth and sometimes is a result of injury or other eye diseases. It is a physical disfigurement of the eye’s surface causing blurred vision. The condition is identified by the absence of a smooth curvature of the cornea or lens. The rough surface causes a person’s vision to become distorted and inaccurate.

Valleys and peaks will be present on the cornea or the lens. The unevenness displaces light improperly away from the retina, which causes vision to become distorted and unclear. The condition is not worsened by a person’s life style, and therefore contrary to popular belief, reading into the night or watching a lot of television has no effect on the disease.

Astigmatism causes other symptoms too. Eyestrain, headaches, and bad vision. These symptoms are common with other refractive errors such as near and farsightedness, and hence goes undetected until an optometrist or an ophthalmologist examines the eye. If caught early, mild forms of Astigmatism is corrected with specially made glasses or contact lenses.

There are two types of Astigmatism, one that affects the cornea, and the other that affects the lens of the eye. As it would be understood, it is easier to treat corneal astigmatism than it is to treat Lenticular Astigmatism with external corrective measures. LASIK surgery Dubai, would be more suited for treating the latter.  

The eyes are meant to have smooth perfectly rounded surfaces without abnormal shapes or structures to refract light on to the retina properly. Light beams reaching elsewhere is not detected by the optic nerve. When the cornea or lens presents steeper ridges and low-lying valleys, similar to what a scoop of ice cream looks like, it will distort a person’s vision immensely.

Rigid contact lenses are more effective in treating corneal astigmatism, as they are hard and force the imperfections into a smooth curved shape. Prescription glasses counteract blurred vision, and a combination of glasses and rigid contact lenses, will see the condition improve. Astigmatism is a physical disfigurement of the eye and therefore corrective eye surgery is able to give immediate results to patients.

Astigmatism is diagnosed by an eye doctor using a Kerotoscope; a device that measures the orientation of the refracted light. Once the diagnosis is complete, it will be up to the patient to decide the preferred method of treatment based on the Doctors advice.

Ebsaar provides all types of treatment for this common eye condition from corrective glasses, contact lenses, and LASIK Surgery in Dubai. If astigmatism causes severe blurred or distorted vision hampering normal daily activities even with glasses, LASIK surgery is able to remove the disfigurements present on the cornea and lens, reversing refractive error. LASIK surgery is now considered one of the most trusted and safe eye treatment options for various visual conditions.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Eye Doctor in Dubai

Some people experience corneal erosion of the eye. This mostly occurs in the mornings when the eye lids become stuck to the top most layer of the eye, called the epithelial layer. The epithelial layer loses its grip on the cornea due to eye injury, unhygienic contact lenses, eye ulcers, and eye diseases, such as corneal dystrophy.

Anybody can suffer from this condition as it is connected to other diseases and people who use contact lenses regularly are especially prone to this condition. Wearing contact lenses for long periods of time, not using the proper cleansing liquid and wearing them the wrong way, can cause corneal erosion. Corneal erosion is also a symptom of herpes and occurs after ulcers in the eye. All these conditions leads to the dryness, and then excessive tearing, which causes the epithelial cells to become fused to the eyelids during the night, when the eyes remain closed for long hours. Opening the eyes in the morning will be slightly painful causing a stinging sensation. The pain comes from the epithelial layer tearing off. The phenomenon is similar to removing temporary sticker tattoos off the skin.

The slight stinging may last for a few hours in the morning along with excessive tearing, As the protective sheet becomes dislodged, the patient will feel a constant presence of a foreign particle in the eye. If the symptoms are experienced daily, coupled with redness, excessive tearing, dry eyes, you may be experience the condition of corneal erosion.

Diagnosis

Corneal erosion is diagnosed simply by shining a bright sheet light on to the front of the eye. If corneal erosion is present the tears will be visible to your Dubai Ophthalmologist. Some eye doctors will introduce a fluorescein stain, which is a yellow coloured harmless liquid that highlights any defects on the surface of the eye. If indeed the epithelial layer is damaged it will be easily noticeable to your eye doctor in Dubai.

Treatment

There are two types of treatment levels for corneal erosion; non-invasive medications and surgery. Symptoms are most prevalent in the morning, and therefore your doctor will first prescribe hydrating eye drops to be used during the night. This will treat only mild cases of the condition. If the problem persists, it is referred to as recurrent corneal erosion. Artificial tears will prevent your eyelids from sticking to the surface of the eyeball. Some patients will use this during the day as well if the conditions are severe. Protective contact lenses are prescribed as eye bandages, which will keep the epithelial in place. Eye patches are used to prevent infection.

If artificial teardrops, eye patches and the contact lenses do not work, your ophthalmologist will recommend surgery, which entails light scarring of the epithelial layer with a fine needle. The minute cuts are done at the bottom of the eyeball forming scar tissue. The scar tissue acts as an abrasive that holds the epithelial layer in place.

Ebsaar Eye Surgery Centre is a medical centre that specializes in diagnostics and treatment of problems relating to the eye. Everybody does experience some amount of epithelial tears, but it not noticeable and generally only occurs with dead epithelial cells that naturally fall off and cling to the surface of the eye. However if the problem persists, causing pain or a stinging sensation on consecutive mornings, it is advised that you make an appointment with a specialist Dubai eye doctor at Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center. Early detection and cure will help you avoid more serious treatment like surgery.

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

10 reasons to see an Eye Doctor

Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center, a specialized Dubai eye clinic with a team of experienced eye surgeons and ophthalmologists led by Dr. Hani Sakla. All our doctors are certified with years of experience and are dedicated to promoting healthy vision in Dubai. Ebsaar’s team of Cataract specialists and Lasik eye Surgeons Dubai, have many years of specialized experience in treating patients with visual difficulties.

The eyes are sensitive organs that guide you through your day. Many people, wear prescription eyeglasses, from as early as age three. Diminishing eyesight is a common problem faced by many in recent times due to daily exposure to UV Radiation, bad nutritional habits, alcohol consumption, and smoking.  

10 reasons to see an eye doctor

Blurry vision

Blurry vision is sign that your eyes are having difficulty focusing on objects correctly. When your eyes are weak, they lose the ability to properly view objects. If you experience blurry vision, and it is not related to any other physical ailment like low sugar, pressure problems and lack of nutrients, you are advised to seek medical attention immediately, so an eye doctor can diagnose and treat the problem in its early stages.

Air Floaters

We have all experienced this at one point or the other in our lives, usually occurring when we’ve bumped our head, close and open eyes to quickly or move between two different light intensities. If you experience persistent floaters regularly and are unable to solve the problem with a few blinks, it’s a sign to see your optometrist.  

Headaches

Low vision is sometimes responsible for headaches. You will notice the headache apparent behind the eyes near the forehead. People report having these headaches, when reading or working on a computer. Straining, weakens the eyes and you will need to seek advice to have it resolved as pain medication will only temporarily reduce the ache, but cure the problem.

Difficulty Reading

People automatically know the distance they need to keep, between the eyes and reading matter. Weak vision will prompt you to change your reading distance by adjusting the length between the eyes and what you read. Speak to your family eye doctor who will check your eyes and prescribe eyeglasses to help reverse the problem.

Distance Misjudgement

Your eyes help you judge distances between your car and another, in activities like playing pool, walking to a store etc. Misjudging the distance distance is a symptom of bad vision that needs correction by an eye doctor urgently.

Premature Eye Tiredness

Your eyes are generally the last to get tired. Your brain and eyes function on one clock, and unless you are physically tired and have had a very long day, your eyes should keep up. If your eyes tire more quickly, they should be examined.

Delayed Accommodation

Your lens muscles are constantly working together to allow just the right amount of light through. This happens when moving from dark light to bright lighting and vice versa. It takes a fraction of a second. If it takes longer and it affects you while driving, there are treatment options that will help your eyes accommodate to different lighting effectively.

Constant Tears

Excessive tears throughout the day mean your eyes are either infected or has a disease. Tears are your eyes defence mechanism against foreign particles, if they are shed excessively, they are literally crying out for help.  
Not seen your eye doctor in two years

Your eyes require the same amount of care and treatment as the rest of your body. If you have not seen a qualified optometrist in a long time, may be its time you do.

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Healthy Vision Dubai

Sunglasses are more than just a fashion accessory and wearing the right pair is important in the prevention of many eye diseases. Many people confuse sunglasses as fashion accessories and therefore, buy them based on the fashion statement they make. It is important to understand the protective feature of the pair you buy, and know how effective a pair of sunglasses can be in prolonging good eyesight until old age.

Sunglasses protect your eyes from receiving harmful Ultraviolet Radiation

Ultraviolet radiation is a negative catalyst in the development of premature visual problems which includes age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts. In addition, the skin around the eye is the thinnest and prolonged exposure to harmful UV rays, can cause premature aging. UV rays have been known to age the skin around the eyes, causing wrinkles and fine lines. It is important to buy a good medically approved pair of sunglasses to prevent the onset of these diseases and aging signs. A high quality pair of sunglasses will block 100% of UV rays from coming in contact with your eyes and the skin around it.

Wearing sunglasses reduces glare

Most surfaces reflect and amplify light. Roads surfaces, water, snow, glass buildings, and sand all reflect light back creating a glare. This is especially dangerous while driving or if you’re involved in any type of sporting activities. Polarized sunglasses protect your vision from being distorted; preventing extreme glare. There are many fake sunglasses that claim to be polarized and it important to ensure a good high polarized pair of sunglasses is used for these activities.

Sunglasses reduce headaches caused by fatigued eye muscles

The pupil of the eye dilates and constricts to allow just the right amount of light to the retina. In extremely bright conditions, the pupil will find it difficult to constrict further to prevent bright light from entering the eye. This will force the person to squint, which means your eyelids too will start to close up, further reducing light intensity. The eyelids and pupils are both controlled by tiny muscles in the eye, which show signs of strain when overworked for long periods. This inevitably leads to eye straining and headaches. Sunglasses are designed differently for different purposes, and therefore you need to use the correct pair depending on the time of day and environment.  

Prolonged Healthy Vision

Wearing the correct pair of sunglasses is important in maintaining good eyesight for as long as possible. You will need different pairs depending on the varying activities and environments you are exposed to. You may need to have different pairs, made specifically for each activity or sport. The right pair of sunglasses or protective glasses while working on the computer is also necessary to prevent future visual problems and eye diseases.

If you would like to know more about buying the correct pair of sunglasses talk to your doctor at the Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center and we will be happy to give you any advice you need. 

Friday, September 6, 2013

What does Crossed Eyes or Lazy Eye mean?

When one eye focuses on a different spot than the other, it is called the lazy eye or a squint. Strabismus is the scientific term for eye turn, which has two variations; if the eye turns outwards away from the nose, the condition is referred to as exotropia, and inwards is called esotropia, if one of the eyes turns upwards, the condition is called hypertropia.

The squint eye condition may be constant or occasional. The misalignment of the eyes causes the person to either experience double vision, where both eyes transmit two separate images to the brain; person has trouble with depth perception, or is unable to see objects in 3D; and the person develops abnormal binocular vision. For constant eye turn, glasses with different prescription are worn, one for closer vision and the other further away. Usually, one eye will be able to see objects clearly, and with one or two dimension, where the other struggles and sees blurred objects. If this happens, the eye with the blurred vision will prevent it from developing normally, turning it into the lazy eye, or Amblyopia.

For normal vision to develop both eyes are meant to focus on the same image equally. The brain requires both signals from each eye to be identical in order to create an image. If one of the images received is blurred, or misaligned due to astigmatism or strabismus, the brain works to shut one eye’s function down, as it finds it difficult to workout depth and shape. The good eye is therefore preferred by the brain, which will use it all the time, ignoring the weak or affected one. This will cause one eye to be strong and the other to weaken as time goes on. Glasses are worn from early age, to prevent or slow the progress of the lazy eye, as it will be some time, before the brain does write off the affected eye. However, the eye causing blurred or misaligned vision will not have its vision restored to 20/20. The first step to treatment is to correct the alignment of both eyes, so they work together. Correcting blurred vision will be the second step after strabismus has been cured. Once your child has obtained their new prescription glasses to correct alignment issues, the visual acuity should be checked at home or in the office.

It is most affective to treat strabismus and amblyopia as early as possible to have the highest chances of reversing or preventing eye turn. However, we have been able to correct amblyopia and strabismus in older children and adults. Surgery is an option for treatment of severe strabismus and amblyopia, and mechanical alignment is not necessary early on. Treatment includes exercises, eye patches used to cover the good eye, forcing the affected eye to work properly, eye glasses and regular prescription changes, and other types of visual therapy which helps by exercising the muscles, works the lenses, and nerves in the eyes. Therapy to fix blurred or misalignment of the eye includes reeducating the eyes to function properly. Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center Vision Correction Solutions, founded and lead by Internationally Acclaimed eye surgeon Dr. Hani Sakla has seen many young and older patients with visual problems and pertaining to strabismus and amblyopia. With over 30 years of global experience as eye specialists, Dr. Sakla and his team, is able to offer you the best eye care in Dubai. 

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Dry Eyes Dubai

Dry eyes are a result of inadequate tears to moisturize the eyes and protect them from dust and foreign particles. There are many reasons for inadequate tears, this could be because your tears are thick in consistency or is insufficient. Most people blink every few seconds and this helps wash away dust and moisturizes the area. Dry eyes symptoms are itchiness, redness, soreness when closing, and opening the eyelids and individuals who suffer from dry eyes have a constant need to rub them to remove foreign particles.

Dry eyes cause constant irritation and a stinging burn in the eyes. Most people experience dry eyes while in airplanes, riding a bike or cycling, or by being in an air-conditioned room for long durations, where the tears in your eyes dry off due to friction or cold air. Situational dry eyes are temporary and last only as long as your eyes are subject to those conditions. Most people wear protective eyewear to prevent the onset of dry eyes in these situations. Eye drops that act as false tears helps reduce the irritation caused due to cold air, riding a bike, and air travel. However, if your eyes feel dry for most parts of the day, depending on the cause of the symptoms, your doctor will suggest the appropriate treatment. Your ophthalmologist will first ask you to make lifestyle and diet changes along with prescribed eye drops and medication. If these treatment options do not resolve or reduce the symptoms, surgery may be considered for severe cases.

Symptoms of dryness in both eyes:
  • Burning or stinging sensation in both eyes, which cause you to rub them often
  • Tears are of a thick consistency, causing itchiness
  • Harsh wind speeds cause severe stinging and burning especially while riding a bicycle or motorbike without protective eye gear
  • Constant need to wash eyes due to fatigue and redness
  • Light sensitivity
  • Dried up tears and mucus blobs found on the surface of the eye
  • Unable to wear contact lenses
  • Excessive tearing caused by irritation
  • Vision becomes blurred and distorted
You will need to visit your Dubai eye doctor, when these symptoms prolong for long durations causing difficulty in your normal routines.

Dry eyes are a result of two main reasons: Inadequate production of tears to lubricate the eyelid while it blinks or the wrong tear composition. Tears are made up fatty oils, water, and mucus, which combine perfectly to keep your eyes clean and smooth. If the ratios of the compositions are not balanced, a person may suffer from dry eyes. External factors like the environment, medication, and eye surgery also cause symptoms of dry eyes.

If left untreated, dry eyes may cause mild or severe infection and swelling of the eyelids. Scars and redness may become permanent and you may suffer visual difficulties later on in life.

Should you experience dry eyes for prolonged periods, make an appointment with Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center and have your dry eyes treated medically. Your ophthalmologist will need a lifestyle medical history to determine the exact cause of your eye and it may help to have the following listed down before your appointment with our Dubai eye doctors.
  • List of medications taken within the last month
  • Types of food enjoyed daily and specially anything you may have had that is not normally included in your diet.
  • Lifestyle changes – This might be an insignificant change
Once you have these listed down, it will be easier for your doctor to establish the cause of your dry eye and prescribe an appropriate treatment plan for the symptoms.

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Conjunctivitis Dubai

A common problem with the eyes is an infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is a thin transparent covering on the inside surface of the eyelid. Conjunctivitis is common amongst many individuals and is usually seen as a pinkish effect around the eyelids and can spread to many individuals in the same vicinity. Conjunctivitis is common in schools and offices, where individuals remain in closed spaces for long durations.

Conjunctivitis is not a serious, however if left untreated develops into serious visual problems. Conjunctivitis is a bacterial, viral, or chemical infection that affects the eye, either airborne or caused through chemical pollutants in the air. Bad eye makeup with chemical irritants is also sometimes responsible for conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis is sometimes a symptom of sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea and Chlamydia. Always consult your Dubai Eye Doctor for any type of eye infection to ensure your eyes are safe from danger.  

Symptoms of Conjunctivitis
  • Itchy warm sensation in one or both eyes
  • Swelling on the eyelids
  • White discharge from one or both eyes with excessive tearing
  • Redness in the infected eye
  • Irritability to light
What are the causes of conjunctivitis?

There are a few reasons that could cause conjunctivitis in the eye. This could be due to seasonal allergies, infectious or chemically induced redness in the eye.

Conjunctivitis caused by Allergies

Conjunctivitis brought on by allergies is common among people living near farms and fields where the air contains dust and pores. Giant papillary conjunctivitis is another form of allergic conjunctivitis in which a large particle finds its way into the eye causing irritability and redness. This happens mainly to people who touch or rub their eyes often or wear contact lenses for a long time.

Conjunctivitis caused by infections

There are three types of infectious conjunctivitis:

Bacterial conjunctivitis caused by two types of bacteria streptococcal and staphylococcal. These two types of bacteria are found on the skin and respiratory systems of humans. It is therefore, easily transmitted through physical contact or air. Infectious conjunctivitis easily spreads among individuals in closed spaces or when in contact with an already infected person. You can be infected with Bacterial conjunctivitis by using contaminated make-up and eyewear.

Viral Conjunctivitis is associated with the common cold and could be a symptom of the flu. Viral infections of the lungs contaminates your respiratory tract, nose and eventually the connected tear ducts and throat. Viral conjunctivitis is a airborne disease as well.

Ophthalmia Neonatorum is a bacterial conjunctivitis that affects newborn babies. Newborns are at risk of contracting a bacterial infection when passing through a birth canal affected by Gonorrhea and Chlamydia. This type of infection is immediately treated to prevent serious visual problems in the future.

Chemical Conjunctivitis

Chemical Conjunctivitis is caused by chemical pollutants in the air, a type of redness and swelling can occur in the eye. High concentrations of chlorine, or chemical sprays like hair sprays and insect spray can seriously harm your eyes.  

How is conjunctivitis treated?

Each strain of conjunctivitis is treated differently and your doctor at Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center – vision correction solutions will examine the cause of your conjunctivitis before administering the right course of medication.
  • Allergic conjunctivitis – Conjunctivitis caused be allergies is better prevented, as it is best to avoid the irritant or wear protective glasses during seasonal changes. Cool compresses will bring the swelling down. Artificial teardrops will relieve mild discomfort. For severe cases, antihistamine or anti-inflammatory medication, is prescribed by your eye doctor in Dubai. Steroid eye drops is prescribed, for severe persistent cases.
  • Bacterial conjunctivitis – Antibiotic eye drops are available to treat bacterial infections and will generally take a few days to show results when the course is completed.
  • Viral Conjunctivitis – viral infections will need to run its course as antibiotic drops or ointment does not cure this type of conjunctivitis. Symptoms may be reduced with the use of cool compresses, and tear drops. For severe pain or inflammation, a steroid eye drop will be prescribed. Some doctors treat eye infections with an iodine eyewash; the effectiveness of which is still not known.
  • Chemical Conjunctivitis – When your eyes come in contact with chemicals, it is important to flush it out completely with cold water for many minutes. If the problem persists or severe pain is felt, visit an emergency room for immediate treatment. If left untreated, chemical conjunctivitis may cause partial or complete blindness. Visit an eye clinic Dubai to ensure that an ophthalmologist can look at it to prevent future visual problems.

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

What is Cataract Treatment?

Cataract is the world’s leading cause of blindness in people above the age of 50, although it is also seen in children mainly due to the intake of prescription medicine and hereditary circumstances. Cataract affects the lens in the eyes and most often than not, both eyes are affected at the same time. Cataract affects 18 million people worldwide but its effects can be delayed with proper eye treatment and if blindness occurs Cataract Treatment is available at Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center.
Cataract is the name of the disease that happens in the lens of the eye. The lens is made up of protiens and water. The lens is a clear part of the eye. As we age the protiens in the lens separates from the water and collects in sections distorting or blocking light and images from falling on the retina (the back part of the eye that transmits signals to the brain using the optic nerve).
Although Cataract is diagnosed mostly in the older population, it not uncommon amongst young children and babies.
* Age-related cataracts ? As people age, the lens in the eyes loses it strength and eventually a build up of protein clouds your vision.
* Congenital cataracts ? seen in babies and young children is a result of poor development, injury and infection before or after birth.
* Secondary cataracts ? is a symptom of other ailments like diabetes or the exposure or consumption to radiation, ultra violet light, harmful or toxic substances or is the side effect of prescription medication such as corticosteroids (steroids prescribed for inflammation, digestive problems and hormone replacement) or Diuretics (pills prescribed for high blood pressure)
* Traumatic cataracts ? as the name suggests is caused after direct injury to the eye.
There are three type of cataracts diagnosed in patients.
* Cortical Cataract affecting the outer part of the lens and gradually moving towards the center.
* Nuclear Cataract which begins in the center nucleus of the lens. When new cells form on the outter surface of the lens, the older ones are pushed to the centre which becomes the nucleus. In this type of cataract, the old cells are not able to retain their form, and hence the water and the protien separate.
* Subcapsular Cataracts is caused mainly by prescription medication and occurs at the back of the lens. Diabetic, anti-inflammatory, and hormorne replacement medical are all causes of this type of cataracts.
Prevention methods have not been fully understood yet, and as 18 million people are affected from cataract around the world, some scientific research claims that certain foods have either a positive or a negative effect on the disease. In one research it has been found that meat-eaters were more at risk of getting Cataract than people who included more fish and vegetables in their diet. Anti-Oxidents, certain vitamins like A, C, and E, zinc and regular eye exercise have been tested as preventive steps to delaying the onset of Cataracts.
There are some concerns when it come to patients who have previously had LASIK surgery done and require Cataract surgery as they age. These concerns are addressed by providing your Ophthalmologist, with all the information of your visual health prior to and after the LASIK surgery was done. The Ophthalmologist will evaluate each case individually and advise accordingly.

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Eye Surgery Dubai

Your eyes are a window to your soul, so taking more than good care of them is crucial for you to be able to live a normal and healthy life. Have you been clumsier than usual and is your favorite book looking a bit blurrier than it usually does? Then maybe its time that you paid a visit to an eye doctor to get your eyes checked out and restored back to perfect working condition because any ailment is treated better with early detection. Choosing an eye clinic can be a tricky procedure if you lack the sufficient knowhow on exactly what it takes to be a good eye doctor in Dubai. Below are something that you might consider before laying your eyes in the hands of a stranger in order to ensure that you have only the most suitable and high quality procedures done to your eyes in order to minimize any detrimental effects of a procedure.

The first step when it comes to choosing a good eye doctor in Dubai is based on recommendations. Do some research and find out the best eye clinic Dubai by asking around and reading up on patient reviews on the various feedbacks given on such institutions. Such recommendations can be sought after via other doctors, friends and family and even websites of medical organizations. Some basic questions that you need to ask your eye doctor when it comes to performing important procedures such as eye surgery Dubai are; what type of doctor they are along with their specialty, how long have they been in practice and whether they have good credentials.

There are many doctors who perform eye surgery Dubai and most of them have a specialty that they are extremely good at. There are some eye doctors who perform total eye care procedures and others who focus more on diagnosing and treating for routine eye care, some maybe better with children and others may be better with adult procedures. Knowing your doctors specialty will therefore enable you to derive the best possible outcome for your specific ailment.

We at the Ebsaar Eye Surgery Centre Dubai house an array of eye care specialists who focus on all aspects of eye care ranging from the most basic to the most advanced procedures. All our doctors are additionally outfitted with the best and most technologically advanced equipment in order to ensure that your eyes are in more than good hands. We understand your requirements and needs and go only by logical and educated treatment procedures for your diverse vision impairments with ultimate efficiency. So when on the lookout for an eye clinic Dubai making sure that that eye clinic supersedes expectations in not only eye care procedures but also in its staff is crucial for your betterment and wellbeing.

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Eye Allergies Dubai

The Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center Dubai specializes in remedying all optic ailments and was founded by the respected and renowned internationally acclaimed eye surgeon Dr. Hani Sakla. The Center is hot to doctors with more than 30 years of internationally accumulated experience and aided in the development and treatment of many optic issues that have stumped most for years. Despite the fact that we cater to those with severe eye conditions it does not mean that we don’t take the time to solve all and any eye disease that may arise in our patients. We at the Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center Dubai also do thorough research on finding the cures to various forms of eye allergies that may arise due to varying reasons to give you not selective but holistic eye care Dubai solutions.

Eyes allergies are caused by the human body’s immune system reacting adversely to something that is normally harmless to most. These are called allergens. Allergens are present everywhere many it be indoors or outdoors and individuals who are sensitive to these suffer seasonal, frequent or chronic allergic conjunctivitis which is the most common type of eye allergy Dubai. Some eye allergy triggers are the above along with pet hair, dander, molds and dust mites. Eye allergy Dubai, like hay fever can lead to irritation and discomfort and therefore disrupt day to day activities. There are other rare occasions associated with eczema that can also cause eye inflammation and affect eyesight as well. The application of eye drops, creams and even some cosmetics that do not agree with your eyes may also lead to eye disease caused by allergens.

If you have ever had tears or mucus form in your eyes with no reason this could be an allergic reaction. Symptoms of eye allergies may be; red, itchy or swollen eyes, runny nose, sneezing, coughing or itchy nose mouth or throat and sinus congestions. While the best remedy for all this is avoidance by wearing protective shades over your eyes. If this isn’t enough the next step will be to seek professional help and get eye care Dubai solution prescribed to you that contain antihistamines, decongestants or mast cell
stabilizers that inhibit inflammation. It is important to seek professional guidance when administering treatment as opposed to over the counter remedies because some may not be compatible with you and may increase eye pressure. Some allergies are seasonal so it’s important that you are prepared for an attack when it comes in due time. Preparation is the key.

Step in to the Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center Dubai and enjoy a remedy to your every optical ailment with the guidance and treatment by expert professionals who use only state of the art knowledge and equipment to bring you relief to your problems.

Monday, February 25, 2013

Importance of Vision

Living a healthy life is mostly focused around ones diet, with due reasons. What you eat not only defines who you are but also who you become with regard to your health and wellbeing. Having good vision can sometimes be more dependent that we expect on our diet. The daily consumption of fruits and vegetables such as; spinach, broccoli, citrus foods and nuts all contribute improving your eyesight Dubai and that’s not all. The other crucial life style requirement in order for us individuals to live a long and healthy life, which is exercise, also aids in improving and maintaining ones eyesight. Regular exercise is a crucial chore if you want to have good vision because it decreases pressure in your eye therefore reducing your risk of cardiovascular disease and even diabetes which can also affect your eye health.

The Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center Dubai performs many procedures to aid individuals for whom prevention methods are already too late. Our experts have the remedy for the four main types of glaucoma if detected early, diabetic eye disease where blurring and sometimes complete vision impairment may occur, keratoconus; which is a progressive eye disease that causes the cornea to thin and bulge in to a cone-like shape, presbyopia; which gives the sufferer blurred vision at close ranges but unfortunately cannot be escaped if you are an elderly individual, Amblyopia; also known as having a lazy eye, various eye allergies that are caused for varied genetic reasons, bleoharatis, chalazion, detached retina, macular degeneration, dry eye syndrome, corneal ulcers and eye occlusions.

Eye site is crucial when it comes to everything you can possibly do other than sleeping. Therefore preventing any eye disease that may occur is a crucial lifestyle habit that one must inculcate more than visiting a beautician or a dentist. Most of the above mentioned eye disorders are easily remedied with early detection so if you are experiencing any eye malfunction it is important to visit the Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center Dubai to ensure that experts give you their feedback on the state of your visual health. There are many benefits of eye exams to benefit your eyesight Dubai. We will first assess your vision thoroughly and make recommendations to enhance your eyesight if necessary. If any disease is detected we can then ensure that it was caught early and can thereby proceed immediately towards treatment before your eyesight is compromised or blindness occurs. An additional benefit of eye examinations are that other ailments like diabetes and high blood pressure can also be detected by them.

Your vision is the most important asset available to you so make sure that you do not compromise it for anyone or anything. Seeing is believing so make sure to visit our page Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center Dubai for more comprehensive details on treatments and prevention methods.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Lasik Treatment Dubai

Lasik treatment is an immensely popular solution to many visual impairment issues in Dubai. The main reason for this being convenience and appearance. In comparison with wearing spectacles, it is an undeniable fact that undergoing Lasik Dubai is an effective solution to solving your eyesight problems. So do away with those glasses and learn more about Lasik Dubai for a wholesome appearance and most importantly, perfect vision.

Lasik treatment is most commonly known as laser eye surgery. It consists of a procedure where an ophthalmologist uses a laser to repair visual impairment issues in Dubai. Before undergoing Lasik surgery it is important that you know if you are a relevant candidate for such a procedure. Firstly you have to be able to accept a low but real risk of surgical complications that may affect your vision. You also have to be in the loop as to whether your career allows you to undergo this procedure. Make sure that your visual impairment is relatively constant before undergoing a permanent procedure such as Lasik Dubai because if your eyesight is naturally getting better then there is no reason for you to undergo a surgical procedure. You have to also make sure that you do not have any autoimmune diseases that will influence your healing process after the surgery and if you do it is important that you convey this to your doctor. So make sure that you have a complete eye exam before agreeing to any surgical process.

That being said it is hard to ignore the many benefits of Lasik surgery. This surgery gives you immediate results to your vision impairment. Even though ideal visual acuity might take up to six months, many patients report immediate improvement in their vision. Another major benefit is that you no longer have to be dependant on glasses or contact lenses. As Lasik surgery repairs your cornea the fix is from within and no amount of shaking off will make you lose or get rid of your newly corrected vision. Not having to wear such corrective eyewear will also open up new career opportunities for you that you could not have performed with the hassle of wearing glasses or contact lenses. And last but not the least, Lasik treatment will undeniably help make you look good and thereby feel good. Embrace your new found self confidence after the procedure and see the world with a whole new outlook.

Your vision is key to your experience so make sure that you don’t miss out on anything in life by making a wrong a right with corrective Lasik treatment at the Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center; an eye clinic founded by the renowned and internationally acclaimed eye surgeon Dr. Hani Sakla that specializes in Lasik and Cataract surgeries equipped with the latest surgical and diagnostic equipment. Open your eyes and make your dreams a reality by giving yourself the ticket to perfect vision, brought to you by experts in the field with superior pre and post patient services.

For more, visit: http://www.ebsaar.com/

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

What Is Keratoconus And How Is It Treated?

Cornea

Cornea is an important part of the eye. Light pass through the cornea to refract the light rays to enable clear vision. Keratoconus Dubai is an uncommon eye disease, which develops in the cornea of the eye. The disease may affect one or both eyes of a person. The disease when affected, leads to difficulty in seeing and eventually distorts images.

Keratoconus

In an eye with Keratoconus, the cornea thins and protrudes into an irregular cone shape. Therefore, the light passing through the cornea distorts by affecting the vision. This progressive disease impacts the normal round cornea to bulge out. Hence, it interferes with daily lifestyles and making it difficult to continue activities such as driving, watching TV and reading.

Diagnosis of Keratoconus

Consulting an Ophthalmologist Dubai will help to diagnose Keratoconus. There are leading eye clinics Dubai that provide extensive diagnosis and treatments for Keratoconus.

• Keratometry is a diagnostic process where a light focuses on the cornea and the reflection is utilised to determine the curve of the cornea.
• Corneal mapping is another diagnosis, which takes a picture of the cornea and generates a topographical map of the eye’s surface.

Causes of Keratoconus

Although the deep root causes of Keratoconus Dubai is unclear, genetics of a person may play a role. Other causes that could lead to a person with Keratoconus eye includes:

• Over exposure to ultraviolet rays
• Excessive eye rubbing
• History of frequent refractive correction changes (poorly fitted eye contacts, eyeglass
corrections)
• Chronic eye irritation
• Imbalance of enzymes within the cornea

Symptoms

Keratoconus Dubai is not associated with acute symptoms or redness. There are various eye clinics Dubai offering professional Keratoconus treatments as the disease may be left undetected for prolong periods. Some of the common symptoms, which may lead to Keratoconus, include:

• With the irregularity in the shape of the cornea, it may cause nearsightedness or
astigmatism
• Sensitivity to light
• Report of multiple images or ghostly images
• Eye strain
• Blurred vision
• Intolerance to glare
• Itching and eye irritation

Treatments

The treatment of Keratoconus depends on the degree of severity. Eye surgery Dubai for Keratoconus treatment has become an option only if other possible treatments fail.

• Custom soft contact lenses – There are specially designed contact lenses, which are based on the detailed measurement of the Keratoconus eye(s). This form of contact lenses is capable of correcting mild to moderate Keratoconus.

• Intacs – A process of placing tiny plastic inserts just under the eye’s surface (periphery of the cornea). These corneal inserts (intacs) helps to re-shape the cornea for clearer visions by flattening the steep cornea.

• Corneal cross-linking – A common treatment in eye clinics Dubai is a procedure that strengthens the corneal tissue to halt the protrusion of the eye’s surface. A successful corneal cross-linking reduces the option of corneal implants. There are two types of cross-linking
o Epithelium-off cross linking is removing the outer portion of the cornea (epithelium) to enter a type of vitamin B (riboflavin) through a UV light
o Epithelium-on cross linking is leaving the cornea intact and offering more time for the riboflavin to permeate into the cornea.

For more, visit Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center Dubai