Millions of children across India grow up with a condition that affects not just how they see the world, but how the world sees them.Squint eye in children, medically known as strabismus in children, is far more than a physical misalignment of the…

Eye care in winter becomes more important for children because cold wind, dry indoor air, and extra screen time can all make the eyes uncomfortable.Many parents notice redness, rubbing, watering, or dry eyes in winter, but they are not always sure…

For years, we have been listening to and ignoring the infamous warning line that “Smoking is injurious to health.” Smoking is widely associated with several serious health problems, ranging from respiratory diseases to cancer. However, what often…

Heterochromia is a captivating and unique condition where an individual has two different eye colours or variations within the same eye. People get confused by terms like central heterochromia and heterochromia iridis, and worry whether it's rare or…

The moment the term cataract comes in, the first thought that pops in mind is surgery. Naturally, most people start looking for an easier alternative, i.e. eye drops for cataract removal, hoping they'll be able to avoid surgery. If you also think…

Eyelid cysts and styes are very common and can affect individuals of all ages in India. While both conditions might appear similar at first glance, they are, in fact, quite different. Many people find it difficult to tell them apart due to…

Choosing the right laser vision correction procedure can be challenging, especially with the wide range of options available today. Among these, PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) and TransPRK (Transepithelial Photorefractive Keratectomy) are two…

Your eyes help you navigate everything from reading WhatsApp messages to driving through busy roads. Yet many people fail to recognise that something is wrong until vision problems begin to interfere with their daily lives.The challenge is that many…

In recent years, social media has made eyeball tattoos look like a bold fashion statement rather than a medical gamble. What many people do not realise is that a single session can lead to severe eyeball tattoo side effects, including infection,…

Dilated pupils, medically termed mydriasis, occur when the black centre of your eyes (pupils) becomes larger than usual. While pupil dilation is a normal response to low light, persistent or unexplained dilation may indicate an underlying condition.…