Since you are in 40s or 50s, you probably noticed that your vision is changing. Perhaps you need glasses to see up close or you have more trouble adjusting to glare or distinguishing some colors. These changes are a normal part of ageing process. These changes alone cannot stop you from enjoying an active lifestyle or stop you from maintaining your independence. In fact, you can live an active life well into your golden years without ever experiencing severe vision loss. But as you age, you are at higher risk of developing age-related eye diseases and conditions. These include: age-related macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, low vision and dry eye.
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Everyone age 50 or older should visit an eye care professional for a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Many eye diseases have no early warning signs or symptoms, but a dilated exam can detect eye diseases in their early stages before vision loss occurs. Early detection and treatment can help you save your sight. Even if you aren’t experiencing any vision problems, visit your eye care professional for a dilated eye exam. He or she will tell you how often you need to have one depending on your specific risk factors.
Common Age-related Eye Diseases and Conditions:
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) AMD is a disease associated with aging that gradually destroys sharp, central vision. Central vision is needed for seeing objects clearly and for common daily tasks such as reading and driving. Learn more about AMD.
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Cataract A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye. Vision with cataract can appear cloudy or blurry, colors may seem faded and you may notice a lot of glare. Learn more about Cataract.
Cataract
Diabetic Eye Disease Diabetic eye disease is a complication of diabetes and a leading cause of blindness. The most common form is diabetic retinopathy which occurs when diabetes damages the tiny blood vessels inside the retina. Learn more about Diabetic Eye Disease.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Glaucoma Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the eye’s optic nerve and result in vision loss and blindness. It is usually associated with high pressure in the eye and affects side or peripheral vision. Learn more about Glaucoma.
Glaucoma
Dry Eye Dry eye occurs when the eye does not produce tears properly, or when the tears are not of the correct consistency and evaporate too quickly. Dry eye can make it more difficult to perform some activities, such as using a computer or reading for an extended period of time. Learn more about Dry Eye.
Dry Eyes
Low Vision Low vision means that even with regular glasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery, people find everyday tasks difficult to do. Reading the mail, Driving, shopping, cooking, seeing the TV, and writing can seem challenging. But, many people with low vision are taking charge. Learn more about Low Vision.
Low Vision
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Phaco Workshop and Hand on Training on Rabbit Eyes
Professor Zia ul Mazhry was invited by Professor Irfan Qayyoum Malik at Eye Department DHQ Gujranwala Medical College to deliver a comprehensive phaco course. The lectures and interactive discussion was followed by hands on Phaco training on Rabbit Eyes. The workshop was arranged courtesy Optisurg Pakistan.
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Most Americans Unaware of One of the Leading Causes of Blindness Among Seniors
ACUITY EYE CENTER LAHORE PAKISTAN and the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds the public that a simple eye exam is key to saving sight against Age-Related Macular Degeneration
<LAHORE, PUNJAB> – 09-FEB-2019 — Age-Related Macular Degeneration is one of the leading causes of blindness among seniors, affecting approximately 2.1 million people nationwide. By 2050, it is expected that the number will more than double to 5.4 million. People may be putting themselves at unnecessary risk of vision loss by neglecting to have sight-saving eye exams. Throughout February, ACUITY EYE CENTER LAHORE PAKISTAN joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in emphasising AMD awareness and encouraging those who are most at risk to ensure the health of their eyes by getting an eye exam from an ophthalmologist – a physician who specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases and conditions.
Visual Field effect of AMD
AMD is a degenerative disease that damages the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye that focuses images and relays information to the brain. Over time, retinal damage can lead to permanent loss of central vision, limiting the ability to drive, read and recognize faces.
Age Related Macular Degeneration
There are two forms AMD – wet and dry. While the dry form of AMD leads to gradual vision loss, the wet form progresses at a faster rate and is responsible for 90 percent of all AMD-related blindness. Recent advancements in treatment options have significantly decreased the incidence of blindness. However, it is critical to get diagnosed and begin treatment as soon as possible to protect vision.
The leading cause of blindness in seniors is age-related macular degeneration. If you have a close relative with AMD, you have a 50 percent chance of developing the condition. Learn other risk factors and the steps you can take to protect yourself from AMD-related blindness:
The Academy recommends the following steps to help potentially avoid AMD and other eye diseases:
· Get regular comprehensive medical eye exams. AMD often has no early warning signs, so getting regular comprehensive eye exams from an ophthalmologist is critical to diagnosing and treating the eye disease in its early stages. The Academy recommends that people over age 65 get an exam every one to two years, even if they have no symptoms of eye problems.
AMD vision effect
· Quit smoking. Numerous studies have shown smoking to increase the risk of developing AMD and the speed at which it progresses. If you smoke, you are twice as likely to develop macular degeneration compared with a nonsmoker.
· Know your family’s eye health history. If you have a close relative with AMD, you have a 50 percent greater chance of developing the condition. Before you go in for your next eye exam, speak with your family about their eye health history. Sharing this information with your ophthalmologist may prompt him or her to recommend more frequent eye exams. The earlier AMD is caught, the better chances you may have of saving your vision.
· Eat a diet rich in omega-3s and low in cholesterol and saturated fat. Several studies have shown that people who had a reduced risk of AMD had diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish. In one study of patients who were at moderate risk for AMD progression, those who reported the highest omega-3 intake (not in the form of a supplement) were 30 percent less likely to develop advanced AMD after 12 years. In another study, an increased risk of AMD was found in individuals who had a higher intake of saturated fats and cholesterol and in those with a higher body mass index.
· Exercise regularly. Many studies have shown that getting regular exercise can benefit your eyes. One study found that exercising three times a week reduced the risk of developing wet AMD over 15 years by 70 percent.
“Most people understand the importance of annual medical examinations," said Rahul N. Khurana, M.D., a clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. “However, we often forget that our eyes also need regular evaluation by a medical doctor. Degenerative diseases, such AMD, can now be successfully treated, but early detection is imperative to avoid lasting consequences."
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Here is the message from our lead consultant Professor Dr. Zia Ul Mazhry,
" A common Reason for deterioration of vision in old age is age related macular degeneration (AMD). This condition had been incurable untill recently. Many Preventive and curative treatment have become available for AMD. Please get your eyes evaluated for this common reason of legal blindness."
EyeCare America® Helps Save Seniors’ Sight
As seniors age, many will develop eye diseases that can become debilitating if not treated in time, such as AMD. The American Academy of Ophthalmology’s EyeCare America® program may be able to help. This year-round program is designed for seniors, age 65 and older, who have not seen an ophthalmologist in three or more years. Through EyeCare America, seniors may receive a free medical eye examination by ophthalmologists across the country who volunteer their time and services. To see if you or a loved one is eligible, visit eyecareamerica.org.
For more information on age-related macular degeneration or other eye conditions and diseases, visit the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s EyeSmart® website and Acuity Eye Center's Website.
About the American Academy of Ophthalmology
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. A global community of 32,000 medical doctors, we protect sight and empower lives by setting the standards for ophthalmic education and advocating for our patients and the public. We innovate to advance our profession and to ensure the delivery of the highest-quality eye care. Our EyeSmart® program provides the public with the most trusted information about eye health. For more information, visit aao.org.
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COMMON SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EYE DISEASES - ppt video online download: 2. Diplopia -monocular vs. binocular 1. Visual Loss- A. transient visual loss- migraine, ischemia to eye /visual cortex B. acute, persistent visual loss C. chronic, progressive, visual loss- refractive, problems with ocular media or visual pathway 2. Diplopia -monocular vs. binocular
Eye cancer is a general term used to describe many types of tumors that can start in various parts of the eye. It occurs when healthy cells in or around the eye change and grow uncontrollably, forming a mass called a tumor. A tumor can be benign or cancerous. A benign tumor means the tumor can grow but will not spread. A cancerous tumor is malignant, meaning it can grow and spread to other parts of the body. Cancer that forms in the eyeball is called an intraocular (inside the eye) malignancy.
Sites of Eye Cancer
Parts of the eye
The eye is the organ that collects light and sends messages to the brain to form a picture. The three main parts of the eye are:
Eyeball
Orbit (eye socket)
Adnexal (accessory) structures, such as the eyelid and tear glands
The outer part of the eye is made up of the sclera, retina, and uvea. The sclera is the outer wall of the eyeball. The retina is a thin-layered structure that lines the eyeball and sends information from the eye to the brain. The uvea nourishes the eye. Both the retina and the uvea contain blood vessels.
The uvea consists of the following:
Iris: The colored part of the eye that controls the amount of light entering the eye
Ciliary body: Muscular tissue that produces the watery fluid in the eye and helps the eye focus
Choroid: The layer of tissue underneath the retina that contains connective tissue and melanocytes, which are pigmented (colored) cells, and nourishes the inside of the eye. The choroid is the most common site for a tumor.
Types of intra ocular cancer
The most common intra ocular cancer in adults is uveal metastases, which is cancer that has spread to the uvea from another place in the body. This is called secondary cancer. This guide is about primary intra ocular cancer, meaning that the tumor started in the eye, not somewhere else in the body.
Melanoma is the most common type of primary intra ocular cancer in adults. It begins when cells called melanocytes grow uncontrollably. Intra ocular melanoma is also called uveal melanoma.
Other, less common types of an intra ocular tumor include:
Intra ocular lymphoma is lymphoma that begins in the eyeball. This condition is rare and can be difficult for doctors to diagnose. Many doctors consider intra ocular lymphoma to be a type of central nervous system lymphoma. Most intra ocular lymphomas are non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Hemangioma is a benign tumor of the choroid and retina that starts in the blood vessels.
Other, rare cancers of the eye include:
Conjunctival melanoma is a tumor of the conjunctiva, which is a membrane that lines the eyelid and eyeball. If it is not treated, it can spread to the lymph nodes, which are tiny, bean-shaped organs located throughout the body that fight disease. A conjunctival melanoma tends to recur (come back after treatment) on the eye’s surface and looks like dark spots on the eye. Doctors often perform a biopsy on a spot that appears to be conjunctival melanoma. A biopsy is the removal of a sample of the tissue for examination under a microscope.
Eyelid carcinoma(basal or squamous cell) is a variation of skin cancer. This tumor may be surgically removed and is usually not dangerous if it is treated early.
Lacrimal gland tumor is a benign or malignant tumor of the glands that produce tears.
Facts About Retinoblastoma
Retinoblastoma
This information was developed by the National Eye Institute to help patients and their families search for general information about retinoblastoma. An eye care professional who has examined the patient’s eyes and is familiar with his or her medical history is the best person to answer specific questions.
Retinoblastoma Defined
What is retinoblastoma?
Retinoblastoma is a type of cancer that forms in the retina (the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye).
Risk Factors
Who is at risk for retinoblastoma?
The disease usually occurs in children younger than 5 years and may be in one eye or in both eyes. In some cases the disease is inherited from a parent.
Treatment
How is retinoblastoma treated?
Retinoblastoma is a serious, life-threatening disease. However, with early diagnosis and timely treatment, in most cases, a child’s eyesight and life can be saved.
Last Reviewed: October 2010
The National Eye Institute (NEI) is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and is the Federal government’s lead agency for vision research that leads to sight-saving treatments and plays a key role in reducing visual impairment and blindness.
If you experience any of the following eye changes, schedule an appointment with your ophthalmologist or optometrist immediately, even if you've been to your eye doctor recently:
اگر آپ نیچے دی ہوئی آنکھوں کی تبدیلیوں میں سے کسی کے بارے میں تجربہ سےگذر چکے ہیں تو اپنے آنکھوں کے ڈاکٹر یا اوپٹومیٹرسٹ سے جلد رابطہ کریں ، اگرچہ آپ نے پہلے ہی آنکھ کو کسی دکھا رکھا ہو۔ ۔
Eye disease symptoms
Severe, sudden eye pain. اچانک اٹھنے والا شدید درد
Recurrent pain in or around the eye آنکھ کے گر دبار ہونے والی درد
Hazy, blurred, or double vision دھندلی نظر
Seeing flashes of light or sudden bright floating spots چمک اور اشکالِ نظر
Seeing rainbows or halos around lights قوس قزح جیسے رنگ اور ہالے
Seeing floating "spider websبینائی کےآگےجالے
Seeing a "curtain coming down" over one. آنکھ کے سامنے پردے کا آنا
Sensing a "cup filling up with ink" in one eye ڈیلے کا رنگین روشنائی سے بھرا ہوا محسوس ہونا
Unusual, even painful, sensitivity to light or glare.
روشنی کا چبھنا
Swollen, red eyes سرخ سوزش زدہ آنکھیں
Changes in the color of the iris قزحیہ کی رنگت کا بدلنا
White areas in the pupil of the eye پتلی میں سفیدی
Itching, burning, or a heavy discharge in the eyes خارش ہونااور رطوبت بہنا
Any sudden change in vision یکلخت بینائی میں تبدیلی
Understanding Vision Problems - Symptoms
Blurring of Vision
Nearsightedness: Blurry vision that gets worse when you look at distant objects. Your doctor will call it myopia. You may have very good close vision.
نظر کی کمزوری یا دھندلائی ہوئی نظر جو دور کی اشیاءٰ کو دیکھتے ہوئے مزید خراب ہو جاتی یے ۔آپ کا ڈاکٹر اسے مائی اوپیا کہے گا ۔ آپ کی نزدیک کی نظر بہت اچھی ہوتی ہے۔ ۔
Farsightedness: Blurry vision when you look at close up objects. Near and far objects may both look fuzzy. The doctor will say you have hyperopia.
نظر کی کمزوری یا دھندلائی ہوئی نظر جو نزدیک کی اشیاءٰ کو دیکھتے ہوئے مزید خراب ہو جاتی یے۔ دور اور نزدیک دونوں اشیاءئ آپ کو دھندلی نظر آتی ہیں ۔آپکا ڈاکٹر اسے ہائپر اوپیا کہتا یے ۔ ۔
Astigmatism: You might have blurry or double vision at any distance. You may also be nearsighted or farsighted.
آپ کو کسی بھی مقام پر دھندلا یا ڈبل نظر آ سکتا ہے۔ آپ کو دور نظری اور قریب نظری بھی ہو سکتی ہے۔ ۔
Detachedretina: You’ll notice a sudden onset of flashing lights often paired with black floaters in your vision. It won’t hurt, but at first you might see a dark curtain or veil covering a portion of your vision. Cover one eye and then the other and compare the sight in each one.
آپ کو آپ کی نظر میں کالے اشکال نظر کے ساتھ ساتھ چمکتی یوئی روشنی بھی محسوس ہو گی۔ یہ آپ کو نقصان نہیں پہنچائے گیں ،لیکن ہو سکتا ہے کہ پہلے آپ کو ایک گہرہ پردہ دکھائی دے۔ پہلےایک آنکھ کو بند کریں پھر دوسری کو بند کریں اور پھر ایک دوسرے کے ساتھ موازنہ کریں۔
Color blindness: You have trouble with shades or intensity of colors. Because it’s all about perception, you may not know there’s a problem until the doctor finds it. This genetic condition mainly affects men.
آپ کو رنگوں کے رنگ اور شدت سے مشکل ہو گی ۔ کیونکہ اس کے بارے خیال کیا جاتا ہے کہ آپ کو اس کا پتہ نہیں چلے گا لیکن آپ کا ڈاکٹر اسے سمجھ لے گا۔ یہ وراثتی بیماری ذیادہ تر مردوں کو متاثر کرتی ہے۔
color vision problems
Preventive Eye Care and Eye Examinations Are Important
Just as with annual physical examinations, it's equally important to have regular eye examinations. An annual eye examination is appropriate for most people.
It's important to discuss your health care situation with your primary care doctor and your eye doctor and make sure you follow his or her advice about ongoing appointments, medications, and/or treatments. Prevention is an important component of eye care.
Some eye conditions and diseases are hereditary and family members may need to be monitored regularly by a general physician and an ophthalmologist or optometrist.
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