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Eye Donation: A Noble Task - Ojaseyehospital

  Introduction Disease in cornea may result in blindness. Approximately 6-8 million people throughout the world are blind due to problem in cornea. In India, approximately 6 million people have reduced vision due to corneal problem in one eye and the number of people with corneal disease in both the eyes is approximately 1 million. More than 1,20,000 people are suffering from corneal blindness in India and there is an addition of around 25,000 to 30,000 patients every year. To cater such a large number of people, approximately 2,50,000 corneas are needed annually. Unfortunately, the corneal donation in India is 25,000 annually. Facts About Eye Donation Who can pledge their eyes? Anyone can pledge their eyes irrespective of their age, gender, religion or even medical history. People who are suffering from diabetes, glaucoma and cataract can donate eyes. Even the people who wear spectacles can also pledge their eyes. Only a part of the eye is used in transplant The cornea is the outer an

Do Not Use Your Mobile Phones While Going To Sleep - Ojaseyehospital

  Overview Smartphones, cell, or mobiles have become an integral part of daily life routine. These pocket-sized devices can perform numerous activities and make our lives more efficient. We are witnessing a drastic evolution in the technology of smartphones. The students can study by using different applications.  People connect with friends and relatives via social media like Facebook Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. You can shop and pay online without compromising your comfort. Smartphone or electronic devices have made stunning changes in our lives. Nevertheless, there is no surprise in accepting the fact that these devices also have a high potential to affect our body functions, such as sleep. Most people have developed a habit of using the mobile phone before going to sleep. Several studies are conducted to examine the effects of the phone on the different body functions including sleep and brain activity. The negative effect of using mobile at night A study from HARVARD Universit

Eye Blinking: When You Require Expert Care?

  Introduction Blinking of the eye is an involuntary act of the body. It means the body does it automatically and without ones voluntary control. However, you can also blink your eyes whenever you want to. Eye blinking varies with the ages. A newborn only blinks two times in a minute while teen blinks 15 times in a minute. An adult blinks 14-17 times in a minute. The rate of eye blinking can be either high or low. Increase in the rate of eye blinking may be caused by dust, smoke, bright light or a foreign particle in the eye. It results in eye irritation. Other conditions that cause increased blinking frequency are stress, fatigue or anxiety. Allergies, dry eyes and infections may also be the reasons for increased eye blinking. What Is Eye Blinking? Eye blinking is a process to refresh your eyes. It is a normal and physiologically important phenomenon of the body. Blinking provides lubrication to the eyes, protection from foreign particles and provides nutrition to the eyes. However, a

How Car Or Two Wheeler Accidents May Cause Eye Injuries? - Ojas Eye Hospital

  Introduction Good eye health and visual acuity are essential to provide a quality life to you and your family. Impaired vision can keep you away from the activities that make your life worthy of living. Trauma from an accident can cause lifetime of vision loss. Take good care of your eyes. Take suitable precautions while driving to protect your eyes from any trauma or injury. Reason For Eye Injuries During Vehicular Accidents An accident can cause an eye injury in several ways. Some of them are: Eye injury due to striking of any object, such as dust particle or any metal object. It may occur if you had not worn a helmet with safety glasses while driving. The explosion of an airbag during a collision Blunt trauma due to striking of face on the steering wheel. A piece of broken glass of windscreen entering the eyes. Traumatic head injury may result in damage to the brain and optic nerve. The optic nerve damage may cause loss of vision. Common Eye Injuries Due To Accidents Various types

Preventing Eye Damage Due To Diabetes

  Overview Diabetes is considered a metabolic disease. In diabetes, there is an interference in the sugar metabolism.  The body may not produce sufficient insulin or cannot use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone used to break sugar into glucose and provide energy to the body. An insufficient amount of insulin results in an increase of glucose levels in the blood and causes hyperglycemia. Hyperglycemia hurts various parts of the body, including the eyes. If the blood sugar level of the body becomes low, it may lead to dizziness and dim vision. The condition is opposite to hyperglycemia and is known as hypoglycemia. Blurry vision can be the first sign of eye damage due to diabetes. The patient should visit the doctor for an ocular checkup. Diabetes and eye damage Diabetes may cause various eye diseases, such as cataracts, optic nerve disease, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. Cataracts The formation of a cloudy layer occurs within the lens of the eye. You should consult with your o