Myth 1: Eye drops can prevent or dissolve cataracts Many feel that “cataracts are preventable” or believe that “some eyedrops are available that help prevent cataract formation”. However, cataracts result from clouding of the natural eye lens that occurs with aging. In as much as it is impossible to prevent hair from greying with age, there is no treatment available…
Dry eye is a common and chronic condition in which a person lacks a normal tear film to lubricate the surface of the eye and allow for clear vision. It is particularly common in older adults over the age of 50 years, especially amongst women.
In the third of a series of interviews about eye conditions and treatments, Dr Audrey Looi discusses ptosis surgery. What is Ptosis? Ptosis is a medical term that refers simply to a droop. For example, if the eyebrow is droopy, the condition is referred to as brow ptosis. With regards to a droopy upper eyelid, the proper medical term is…
