{"id":381,"date":"2025-05-30T09:15:28","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T09:15:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/?p=381"},"modified":"2025-05-30T10:01:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T10:01:38","slug":"common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Eye Problems and How to Prevent Them &#8211; DR. Sudipta Mitra"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#How_common_are_Eye_Diseases\" >How common are Eye Diseases?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Common_Eye_Diseases\" >Common Eye Diseases<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Refractive_Errors\" >Refractive Errors\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Dry_Eye_Syndrome\" >Dry Eye Syndrome<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Cataracts\" >Cataracts\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Glaucoma\" >Glaucoma<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Diabetic_Retinopathy\" >Diabetic Retinopathy\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Age-Related_Macular_Degeneration\" >Age-Related Macular Degeneration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Common_Prevention_Measures_for_Eye_Diseases\" >Common Prevention Measures for Eye Diseases\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Healthy_Lifestyle_Choices\" >Healthy Lifestyle Choices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Screen_Time_Management\" >Screen Time Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Using_Eye_Protection\" >Using Eye Protection<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/common-eye-problems-and-how-to-prevent-them\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduction<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Eye_Diseases\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are Eye Diseases?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eyes are among the most important organs of the human body. They are our gateway to the world, enabling us to see and experience it. However, they are also vulnerable to several eye conditions, known as eye diseases. These diseases affect the eye and adjacent areas. The commonly affected areas include the retina, cornea, lens, and optic nerve. In case such diseases are left ignored, they can lead to detrimental consequences like permanent blindness. In light of this, this blog will discuss the common eye problems and how to prevent them.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_common_are_Eye_Diseases\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How common are Eye Diseases?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If viewed through a global lens, eye diseases are a widespread phenomenon. As per the estimates made by the World Health Organisation (WHO), every year, more than 2.2 billion people fall victim to a plethora of eye conditions. One reason for this is the fact that the eye cannot be divorced from the rest of the body. This is why certain conditions that affect the other parts of the body affect the eye as well. Roughly 40% of eye conditions are interrelated with other conditions\/diseases affecting some other part of the body. Therefore, for your eyes to stay healthy, you must take care of your whole body.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Eye_Diseases\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Eye Diseases<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-385 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dr-siddhartha-ghosh-75-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Common Eye Problems and How to Prevent Them\" width=\"735\" height=\"735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dr-siddhartha-ghosh-75-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dr-siddhartha-ghosh-75-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dr-siddhartha-ghosh-75-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dr-siddhartha-ghosh-75-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dr-siddhartha-ghosh-75.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Refractive_Errors\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refractive Errors\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/blog\/best-refractive-surgeon-in-kolkata\/\">Refractive<\/a> errors are among the most common eye problems. They occur when the shape of the eye limits light from entering the retina. Considering this, the most common refractive errors are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Types of Errors<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Myopia:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Myopia is a condition where an individual has difficulty viewing objects located at a distance with clarity.\u00a0 <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Hyperopia: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hyperopia is a condition where an individual struggles to see an object located near them.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Astigmatism: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Astigmatism is a condition where an individual suffers from blurry vision due to an unevenly shaped cornea. <\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Causes and Symptoms<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetics and family history play a key role in influencing refractive errors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being exposed to digital screens for a long period is a leading cause of numerous eye conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor lifestyle practices also significantly influence eye diseases<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurred vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye Strain\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Struggle to read\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Prevention and Management<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refractive errors can be managed by:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following the 20-20 Rule\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going through eye-checkups and examinations regularly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking eye protection measures seriously\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dry_Eye_Syndrome\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry Eye Syndrome<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Dry_eye_syndrome\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dry eye syndrome<\/a> is a condition where the surface of the eyes lacks moisture, due to the eyes not producing sufficient tears. If left untreated or ignored, this condition can lead to inflammation and damage the ocular surface.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes and Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aging\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolonged exposure to screens\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in hormones<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain environmental factors, like air conditioning or pollution\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redness around the eyes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gritty feeling\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive tearing\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensitivity to light<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Prevention and Management\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common ways to prevent Dry Eye Syndrome are to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using artificial tears to moisturise the surface of the eye\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blinking when in front of screens\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining proper humidity levels\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying hydrated\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cataracts\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cataracts\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/best-cataract-surgeon-in-kolkata\/\">cataract<\/a> is an eye condition where there is clouding in front of the natural lens of the eye. This condition is most commonly seen among older adults, diabetics, and even newborns.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes and Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aging\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive exposure to UV rays\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practising poor lifestyle practices like drinking and smoking\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-existing conditions like diabetes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foggy vision\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Struggles with night vision\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensitivity to faded colours and light\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Prevention and Management\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common ways to prevent or manage cataracts are through:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensuring sun protection outdoors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engaging in effective diabetes management practices\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating a diet rich in antioxidants, such as carrots and leafy vegetables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opting for surgery is the best treatment option\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glaucoma\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glaucoma<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glaucoma is an eye disease where the optic nerve of the eye is damaged by intraocular pressure. In severe cases, it can lead to lifetime blindness.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes and Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family history and genetic factors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-existing conditions such as hypertension and diabetes can be significant contributors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the initial stages, glaucoma is symptomless<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced glaucoma causes tunnel vision<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Prevention and Management\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glaucoma can be managed or prevented by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular eye check-up for individuals above the age of 40<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking the doctor-prescribed eyedrops regularly\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case of severe glaucoma, going through a LASIK surgery is the only option\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetic_Retinopathy\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetic Retinopathy\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetic Retinopathy is a critical eye condition that affects the retinal blood vessels. As suggested by its name, it is caused by diabetes and can lead to permanent blindness.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes and Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ineffective diabetes management\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alarmingly high levels of blood sugar\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swelling in the eye area<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foggy vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark patches in vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Floaters\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gradual loss of vision<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Prevention and Management\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetic Retinopathy can be prevented or managed by:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practising blood sugar control through effective dieting practices, medication, and exercise\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going through regular eye exams\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case of severe circumstances, opting for Laser therapy is the best way to go\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Age-Related_Macular_Degeneration\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age-Related Macular Degeneration<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age-Related Macular Degeneration is a condition in which the retina and the macula undergo a process of degeneration. Over time, it leads to the loss of central vision. This condition is commonly seen in older adults.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes and Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Causes<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ageing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A combination of genes and environmental factors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad lifestyle practices such as smoking and drinking\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurry vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empty spot in the central vision field<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Struggle in recognising faces\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Prevention and Management<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age-Related Macular Degeneration can be managed effectively by:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common treatment of this condition includes anti-VEGF injections<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision rehabilitation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making positive lifestyle changes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating a nutrient rich diet<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Prevention_Measures_for_Eye_Diseases\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Prevention Measures for Eye Diseases\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Healthy_Lifestyle_Choices\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy Lifestyle Choices<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making healthy lifestyle choices in your daily life will help you against a multitude of eye diseases. Considering this, following a balanced diet containing foods rich in omega 3s, and vitamins A, C, and E can be a very wise decision. This should be accompanied by regular exercise, drinking sufficient amounts of water, and refraining from damaging practices like drinking and smoking.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Screen_Time_Management\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screen Time Management<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive exposure to digital screens is a huge issue in modern times. Given the rapid advancement in technology, such a thing is expected. However, such a circumstance is straining the eyes. Therefore, to reduce eye strain, you can follow the 20-20 rule. This should be done along with short work breaks, good posture, and simple eye exercises.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Eye_Protection\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using Eye Protection<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The simplest way to protect your eyes from eye conditions is to use appropriate eye protection. Considering this, while outdoors, you can use safety glasses, sunglasses, goggles, and sunglass shields to protect your eyes from the Sun, pollution, and natural elements. Using these protections regularly will protect you from eye conditions to a significant extent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Schedule Your Appointment Today:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Phone:<\/b>\u00a09830260283<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Online Booking:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drsudiptamitra.com\/reach-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0click here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye conditions are very common, and when you are affected by them, you will be in a constant state of discomfort. Although the majority of these conditions are temporary and treatable, in severe stages, they can cause irreversible damage. Therefore, whenever you feel even the slightest unpleasantness in your eye and adjacent areas, consult with your ophthalmologist as soon as possible!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction What are Eye Diseases? Eyes are among the most important organs of the human body. They are our gateway to the world, enabling us to see and experience it. However, they are also vulnerable to several eye conditions, known as eye diseases. These diseases affect the eye and adjacent areas. 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