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Diabetes is a medical condition that occurs when the body is not able to produce the required levels of insulin or use the insulin produced efficiently. Basically, the role of insulin is to break down the sugar molecules and deliver them to the different parts of the body. When there is not enough insulin in the body to perform this function, it can lead to high sugar levels. It is to be noted that this menace can impact virtually every organ of the body, including your eyes. It can cause conditions like glaucoma and cataracts and, in some cases, could even lead to a loss of vision. Here are the top five ways diabetes can affect your vision: Cataracts Our eyes have clear lenses which help us to see things with a focus. But as we grow older, these lenses tend to wear out and become cloudy which results in poor vision. The medical term for these cloudy lenses is cataracts and is usually common in the elderly. However, people suffering from this disease are more likely to develop cataract...

Do you find yourself on screen the majority of the day when you are awake? Perhaps, you are working from home and relying on your mobile and computer for daily tasks. Your kids might be spending more time now than usual in front of the television sets or tablets with the recent virtual learning needs due to the coronavirus pandemic.  Although working and learning from home is convenient and efficient, they can take a toll on your eyes, and add stress to your healthy eyes and hamper your overall health. So, it’s imperative to give your eyes periodic breaks from looking at screens and the harmful light they emit by following some easy eye relaxation techniques. This will provide you some degree of comfort while being in front of the digital screens, and help you say no to stress for healthy vision and life. Get a comprehensive eye exam  Going for a routine comprehensive eye examination is the most important thing you can do to prevent or treat computer related vision problems. C...

With technology, we are progressing towards digitalization in every aspect of our life and we are also moving towards an unhealthy lifestyle. In the last couple of years, the numbers of contact lens and spectacle users have risen drastically. And, all the credit goes to the long working hours on laptops and computers that have become an inseparable part of today’s lifestyle. Nowadays, people spend more than 9-to-5 with work from home culture taking the toll. Our eyes are at work most of the time during the day which is affecting our eyes’ health and overall wellbeing. All the  best ophthalmologists in Gurgaon  and around the world believe that if you make eye exercises a part of your daily regime, you can reduce the chances of developing an eye-related disorder or any sorts of problems. So, let’s learn how to practice the following eye exercises: Palming:  It is one of the perfect exercises for relaxation of the eyes, mind and body. It is the practice of covering the eyes...

The eyes, similar to other organs of the body, require nutrients, vitamins and minerals in order to be healthy and function properly. In a nutshell, the quality of food an individual consumes affects the health of their eyes. Several eye diseases and disorders cannot be cured once they begin to develop. These menaces may impact significantly on an individual’s quality of life, so preventing these conditions is imperative to lead a healthy life. So, for your convenience, we have compiled a list of eight essential nutrients that will Optimize your eye health. Vitamin A The deficiency of Vitamin A causes blindness. It is essential for the eyes’ light-sensing cells also known as photoreceptors. If a person does not consume Vitamin A, he/she may experience night blindness, dry eyes or even more serious conditions depending on the severity of the deficiency. However, a person can get Vitamin A from an antioxidant plant compound called provitamin A carotenoids which is generally found in vege...

One of the most wide-spread viruses that has caused havoc on the planet earth is COVID-19. The virus spreads frequently when a person is standing less than 3 feet away from an infected person. Moreover, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the primary method of coronavirus spread is through respiratory droplets of saliva or nasal discharge expelled when an infected person coughs or sneezes. As per the experts, when a contaminated surface comes in contact with the face, this lethal infection can make a person fall into its trap. However, there are some studies which have shown that the COVID-19 may enter the body through conjunctiva, a thin membrane that covers the front portion of the eyes and the inner eyelids. At the time, when the second wave of COVID-19 has gripped India, it is advisable to take all precautionary measures while stepping outdoors. Evidence of Eye Transmission In March 2020, JAMA Ophthalmology, a monthly peer-reviewed medical journal, published a study s...

  Diabetic retinopathy is an eye problem that is caused due to high blood sugar levels. This complication damaged the blood vessels in the tissue at the back of the eye (retina). In some cases, patients also suffer from haemorrhage and get distorted vision when they are at the advanced stage. On a closer look, this disease is the predominant cause of vision-impairment or blindness among the adults and is a major cause of vision loss among diabetics. Viaan Eye and Retina Centre , Gurugram recommends that people, especially the aging populace keep themselves fit in order to prevent themselves falling into a pit of this menace. Moreover, keeping themselves abreast of the causes of this eye disease will help them to avoid losing the eyesight in the near future. Also, the treatment of diabetic retinopathy differs from person to person depending upon the extent of the damage done to the retina. A few patients might need to go for surgery in order to seal retinal blood vessels. Some of th...

  Good eye health and clear vision are a key to children’s learning and development. As vision continues to develop until the tender age of 10, it is imperative to have your kid’s eye checked on a regular basis, once every 6 months until he/she faces any problem, so that it can be detected at an early stage without having the child to face any discomfort or it impacts their eyesight. We, as the best eye hospital for kids, have compiled a list of few signs to look out for in your little one: 1. Physical Symptoms:  A couple of problems you will be able to see just by carefully looking at your child’s eyes. It is advisable to consult a doctor to determine the urgency of a comprehensive exam by the  best ophthalmologist in gurgaon ,  if your child is displaying the following symptoms: a. Bulging eyes b. Cloudy Pupil (in babies) c. Misaligned eyes (Crossed, one turned out) d. Droopy eyelids 2. Changes in Behavior:  If your child is doing something differently than he...