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10 commandments for good eyesight
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December 13, 2011
Dear Readers, Looking after one’s eye health is relatively easy. In my many years of practice, I have found that, apart from sudden accidents or pre...
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Dark circles under the eye
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December 6, 2011
Dear Readers, Last week we discussed dark circles under one’s eyes. Understanding the causes of dark circles can help in finding the right cures. We...
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What are the causes of eyelid discoloration?
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November 29, 2011
Eyelid discoloration (dark circles) can be a very disturbing phenomenon. Ladies seem to pay more attention to them than men.{{more}} This is because d...
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Using your medication properly
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November 22, 2011
I have written several articles on this topic. The situation, my dear readers, has not changed much. A lot of patients are still ignorant about the pr...
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What is Pinguecula?
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November 15, 2011
Pinguecula comes from latin and means fatty. It is a yellowish patch that is located on the white part of the eye and is positioned at about 3 o’clo...
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Computer Eyestrain
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October 28, 2011
As more and more people spend most of their working hours in front of a computer, the occurrence of eyestrain is on the rise. Millions of people in th...
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What’s with this pain in my eye?
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October 18, 2011
Dear Doctor: Several days ago, I woke up with intense pain in my left eye. I do not recall anything happening to my eye. My eyes were tearing excessiv...
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Please be honest and open with your doctor
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October 11, 2011
I remember that conversation as if it were yesterday. I asked my patient: “Do you suffer from any general diseases?” The answer came back, “No d...
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Natural remedies for strained eyes
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October 4, 2011
“Tired or strained eyes” occur more and more frequently in our modern day world. It is typified by a puffiness around the eyes and a heavy feeling...
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How to prevent eye injuries
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September 27, 2011
Dear Reader, Your eyes are always at risk for an injury whenever you engage in activities that may involve objects flying into the eye. More than 60 p...
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What is a Cataract?
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September 20, 2011
Dear Readers, Lets talk about cataracts: How are cataracts formed? A cataract is not readily visible, because it is inside the eye. This clouding of t...
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Proper use of eye drops
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September 13, 2011
Dear Readers, It has come to my attention that a lot of patients do not really know how to use their eye drops properly. Did you know that the wrong u...
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10 frequent questions on Contact Lenses
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September 6, 2011
Today, I have put together and updated 10 of the most frequent questions that we usually receive on contact lenses: 1. Question: I have astigmatism. C...
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What are the three types of eye specialist?
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August 23, 2011
Dear Doctor: I am confused! I was recently at an eye business and was told that glasses could be prescribed for me but that because I have diabetes an...
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Glaucoma in a nutshell
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August 9, 2011
Glaucoma is best defined as a group of eye diseases that gradually steal your sight without any warning.{{more}} Usually, in the early stages of the d...
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Health – Your best asset
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July 26, 2011
I saw a patient, the other day, who was being treated for an eye disorder. Now, after prescribing medication, I asked that he return for a follow up v...
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Legal Blindness
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July 19, 2011
20/20 is regarded to be the international standard for normal vision. This means that a person sees the smallest symbols or letters on an eye chart wh...
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Having the wrong attitude
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July 12, 2011
Mr X: I just got back from England, so I came to let you know that everything was dealt with up there, and am going back in October to follow-up on my...
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How your way of life affects your eyes
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June 28, 2011
You might find it hard to believe, but your eyes are affected by your way of life. Getting older, as well as your diet and how well you sleep have a n...
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Chemical injuries to the eye
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June 21, 2011
When you take into consideration the number of chemicals found in everyday products, chemical injuries to the eye are common and unsurprising. Most of...
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Far-sightedness
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June 14, 2011
Hyperopia or far-sightedness is an eye disorder, wherein the affected person finds it difficult to focus on objects that are close by. It is fairly co...
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‘The technology that speaks for itself’
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June 7, 2011
Fellow Readers, As promised, the 3rd article from a blind writer: by Tresa Martin Imagine, if you will, a young girl raised in a small, dusty Texas to...
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Ignorance is hell
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May 31, 2011
Dear Readers , In commemoration of Blindness Awareness Month, here is the 2nd Guest Article: Remember to keep the Blind in Mind by Allan Thompson When...
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Over there
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May 24, 2011
It’s Blindness awareness month and I have decided to feature some publications from blind persons. Here is the first of three. I am grateful for the...
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Keep the blind in mind
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May 17, 2011
It was Helen Keller who once said: “The only thing worse than blindness is having “SIGHT”, but no “VISION”. The month of May has been declar...
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Chemicals and your eyes
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May 10, 2011
When you take into consideration the number of chemicals found in everyday products, chemical injuries to the eye are common and not surprising.{{more...
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Choosing Eyeglasses
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May 6, 2011
Everyone can agree that when you are on the hunt for the perfect pair of eyeglasses, the main thing you should consider is how they will look on your ...
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Presbyopia – When the arms grow longer
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April 29, 2011
Presbyopia is a condition of the eye where the ability to focus on nearby objects gradually declines over time. It affects everyone at some point in l...
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Eliminating red-eye photographs
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April 12, 2011
Dear Doctor: I love taking photographs. However, seven times out of 10, when I use a flash, the people tend to have red eyes. This happens especially ...
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How to care for your eye care
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April 5, 2011
Dear Readers, Did you know that every five seconds someone somewhere around the world goes blind? Also every minute a child somewhere in the world goe...
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Proper handling of your medication
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March 29, 2011
Dear Readers, Do you remember the names of your medication? Do you remember to bring your medication to show your doctor? Here are a few guidelines on...
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Eye Contact
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March 22, 2011
How often have you heard it said: “Your eyes are the window to the world”. As eye care professionals, we usually say it when we refer to diseases ...
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Improving Patient-Doctor Communication
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March 8, 2011
Today, let’s talk about improving Patient-Doctor communication. Statistics show that most patients do not fully understand their doctor’s instruct...
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Glaucoma’s back on the table
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March 1, 2011
Hello readers, The week of the 6th to the 12th of March has been designated World Glaucoma Week by the World Glaucoma Association and, as such, I am p...
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Teenagers and kids – This is for you Pt:2
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February 22, 2011
Dear Readers, Last week, we discussed the complications that can arise from the excessive use of computer monitors and TVs for games and other purpose...
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For teenagers and kids
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February 15, 2011
Teenagers and kids, this article is for you. Of course there are many young adults who should also read this. I used to love playing computer games, e...
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Am I too old for cataract surgery?
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February 8, 2011
Dear Dr. Onu, I am 85-years-old and I was diagnosed with cataracts several years ago. Recently the Doctor said that the vision in my right eye is 20/2...
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Recipe for Carrisotto
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February 1, 2011
Dear Readers It is absolutely amazing what you can do with a refrigerator full of vegetables, fruit and a blender. The beauty of using a blender is th...
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Healthy recipes for your eyes
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January 25, 2011
Hello Readers, Let’s face it. As much as we talk about healthy living, some of us do not always practise what we preach. Recently, a patient of mine...