With 32 percent of the world’s population living with myopia, it’s not surprising that there are short-sighted people in all walks of life. But it may surprise some folks to know just how many of them are top athletes. After all, the image of a glasses-wearing sportsperson is something that isn’t exactly mainstream. However, there’s…
What Is Dry Eye Disease? Blepharitis is characterised by inflamed eyelids, often with flaky skin around them, and red, itchy, dry eyes. Having dry eyes doesn’t necessarily mean someone has blepharitis, an uncomfortable inflammation of the eyelids, but the two often go together. Here’s what happens. Bacteria live on human skin, and they live on…
Sudden blurred vision in one or both eyes needs urgent medical assessment, even if it improves. Seek emergency care immediately for sudden loss of vision. If a vision change occurs with facial drooping, arm weakness or difficulty speaking, call 000 and ask for an ambulance. Do not wait for a routine eye appointment when these…
