Learn more about some of the eye diseases that we encounter at The Eye Practice Optometrists in Sydney’s CBD.
Presbyopia explained
A vision condition where by the natural lens inside the eye loses its flexibility.
Pterygium explained
A benign growth that appears on the white part of the eye.
Recurrent corneal erosion explained
Recurrent corneal erosion happens the cornea sticks to closed eyelids during sleep. When the eyes open the cornea is ruptured, or eroded.
Recurrent corneal symptoms, causes, and treatment
When waking up becomes a painful event.
Red eyes – from simple to sinister
Red Eyes are a very common problem, and in most cases have an obvious cause. Sometimes the causes can be unexpected and even dangerous. Another way to describe red eyes is that you have conjunctivitis. Most lay people would associate
Red eyes explained
Red Eyes have a startling number of causes.
Red Eyes: the biggest cause will surprise you
Everyone knows the causes of red eyes include allergies and eye infections, but did you know that eye drops play a big role in causing this frustrating condition? It sounds like a contradiction in terms, but eye drops cause more
Retinal detachment explained
When the retina peels away from the back of the eye.
Retinal vein occlusion explained
A disorder where a vein in the retina is obstructed by a clot.
Retinoblastoma explained
A rare form of cancer on the retina.
Sjogren’s Syndrome explained
Sjogren’s Syndrome is an autoimmune disease that causes dry eyes and mouth. Symptoms include dry eyes, blurred vision and inability to cry.
Strabismus explained
A condition where both eyes do not align with each other.
Stye explained
A red lump that appears on the edge of the eyelid.
Subconjunctival haemorrhage explained
When a blood vessel in the white of the eye bursts.
The most common eye problems that afflict women more than men
When it comes to eye problems, women have a tougher time of it. This post looks at how the odds are stacked against women when it comes to certain eye conditions. Why are women more at risk? There are a
The top causes of pink eye and how to get rid of it
Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye (or red eye), is inflammation of the thin, transparent membrane on the surface of your eye. But what causes it and how is it best treated? Help! Why have I got pink eye? If
Uveitis (Iritis) explained
Uveitis is often a painful inflammation of the coloured part of the eye.
Vitreous detachment explained
Vitreous detachment is a very common eye condition.
What do GP’s normally prescribe for conjunctivitis, red eyes, and pink eye
Conjunctivitis, also known as Pink Eye (or just simple Red Eyes), is a common consultation for the local GP. As we discussed in a previous post, most Conjunctivitis or Pink Eye will resolve by itself over the course of a