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Insight into Eyecare
While some eye problems are inevitable with aging, there are steps that you can take to prolong the health of your eyes and minimise the impact of these problems. In this article, we examine a wide range of eye ailments, provide tips for eye care and looking after your eyewear, and have a look at how you can benefit from our Eyecare centres.
The A-Z of eye problems
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  • Astigmatism - Astigmatism is a common focusing problem caused by an irregular, oval shaped cornea, resulting in distorted vision at all distances. It can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or surgery.
  • Cataracts - A cataract is a clouding and change in structure of the lens in your eye, making images appear blurred. Cataracts are a natural part of aging, and are a leading cause of vision loss among adults over 55.
  • Conjunctivitis - Conjunctivitis is an infection of the outer layer of the eye. The infection may be caused by bacteria, virus, allergens, chemical or UV exposure, and can be contagious.
  • Diabetic eye disease - Changes that occur in the blood sugar levels of diabetics can result in a number of eye problems, including cataracts, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. Diabetic retinopathy is more likely to occur in people with poorly controlled diabetes, and can damage the blood vessels in the retina.
  • Glaucoma - A malformation or malfunction in the eye's fluid drainage structures can increase pressure in your eyeball. This can damage the optic nerve, resulting in vision loss and blindness. Damage may occur without any initial symptoms, making eye checks vital for early detection and treatment.
  • Hyperopia (Farsightedness) - Farsighted people have a flatter cornea or shorter eyeball from front to back, causing light to focus behind the retina, instead of directly on it. This makes near objects appear out of focus, while distant vision is clear.
  • Macular degeneration - This is a degenerative condition of the light-sensing cells in your retina, the macula. The arteries that nourish the retina gradually harden, making it difficult to read, drive, or use central vision. It is most common in people over 65.
  • Myopia (Short-sightedness) - When your eyeball is too long from front to back or the cornea is too steep, light entering the eye focuses in front of the retina, instead of directly on it. This makes distant objects appear blurry, while up-close tasks such as reading can be seen clearly.
  • Presbyopia - Presbyopia is a type of farsightedness that usually becomes noticeable in your 40’s. With aging, the lens in your eye naturally thickens and becomes harder and less pliable, reducing your ability to change focus. It is usually corrected through the use of a bifocal lens or reading glasses.
  • Stye - A stye is a small lump in the eyelid caused by an obstruction of an oil-producing gland. A stye may occur in the upper or lower eyelids, causing redness, swelling and pain. .
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