FAQ

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases in which the normal fluid pressure inside the eyes slowly rises, leading to vision loss or even blindness. Open-angle glaucoma is the most common form of the disease.

Clear fluid flows in and out of small space at the front of the eye called the anterior chamber. This fluid bathes and nourishes nearby tissues. If this fluid drains too slowly, pressure builds up and damages the optic nerve. Though this buildup may lead to an increase in eye pressure, the effect of pressure on the optic nerve differs from person to person. Some people may get optic nerve damage at low pressure levels while others tolerate higher pressure levels.

Vision in early cataract causes blurred vision,halos (bright circles around light source). Advanced cataract causes complete loss of vision. These days, doctors don’t wait for the cataract to advance and get on the task of operating this eye problem with the development of a new technology calledphacoemulsification. A few years back this technology was not that advanced as large incision and sutures were required. Now cataract can be removed at any stage, but the advanced cataract requires more power to emulsify. So it is advised to plan for cataract as earlier as possible

Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) refers to a number of vision-related symptoms that you experience if you work for two or more hours a day in front of a computer screen. We all understand that staring at a computer screen has become a way of life in our new digital world. Studies show that nearly 50 to 90 percent of users have some form of Computer Vision Syndrome. Typical symptoms that you may experience when working on the computer for an extended period of time include:

Trouble maintaining the clear focus of the screen image
Watery Eyes
Burning, Itchy, or Red Eyes
Blurred Distance Vision
A headache
Neck strain
Dry Eyes

It is imperative to have a workstation that is set up properly. Too often, people work in uncomfortable surroundings when perched in front of their computer screens. More than 50 percent of computer users experience computer vision syndrome in the form of eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision and other visual symptoms related to sustained use of the computer. Stressing the visual system can lead to body fatigue and reduced efficiency at work. You can avoid or manage some of these symptoms by rearranging your routine and lighting conditions, and purchase anti-glare accessories that can reduce light reflections.
Staring at the screen from a close distance may be damaging to your eyes. For most people, a comfortable screen to eye distance is between 22 inches (56 cm) and 36 inches (91 cm). The monitor should also be positioned so that your eyes read the top third of the screen instead of looking directly at it. Having the proper body posture and orientation will also help to alleviate muscle strain by maintaining your head and neck level.
If you are close to a sunny window you can minimize computer vision syndrome by closing or adjusting the blinds so light does not fall directly onto your monitor. If that is not possible, try to turn the monitor so that the light does not hit the screen directly. On the other hand, try to avoid working in a dark room. If you must work in near dark conditions, try dimming the brightness of the screen and take hourly breaks to limit eye strain.
You should also schedule breaks away from the desk to move your muscles and refocus your vision when suffering from computer vision syndrome. The “Twenty-Twenty” rule is a good rule-of-thumb. Every twenty minutes, take a twenty second break, and look twenty feet away. You may also consider increasing blood flow throughout your body by stretching your muscles and resting your hands. Go get a coffee or take a bathroom break to stretch your legs.
I hope that this has been helpful in reducing some of your computer vision syndrome symptoms.