Maria is a 12-year-old student who often has a tough time when doing the reading assignments. She often gets tired; she gets headaches and double vision or blurred text when she tries to read longer than 10-15 minutes, She also finds it hard to keep her place while reading, and her eyes tend to drift apart. Her teachers notice that she avoids reading and gets frustrated with her schoolwork. After an eye exam, Maria was …
Luke is a graphic designer, and he sits in front of his computer for around 8-10 hours a day. He was facing frequent headaches, blurry vision, and dry eyes at the end of each working day for quite some time now. Initially, he had taken it to be stress-related, but later when he visited an eye doctor, he was diagnosed with Computer Eye Syndrome-or Computer Vision Syndrome, for that matter. His eye doctor explained to …
In a previous discussion, we promised to explore the specific pathophysiological mechanisms behind amblyopia and delve into the reasons this condition develops. In this article, we will take a closer look at the human visual cortex, examining its structure and function, and discuss the molecular basis of amblyopia. Finally, we will briefly touch on potential future treatments for this condition. Contents Our Sight is Born NaïveAnimal Models for Vision Development: Exploring Human Visual Cortex and …
Amblyopia is a disorder which can be treated very easily and effectively as long as it is detected early in its course. Some causes of amblyopia are more apparent (strabismus) to the naked eye that the others (microstrabismus, anisometropia, visual deprivation), but regardless the cause we just cannot emphasize enough how important it is to detect amblyopia as early as possible. So, we are providing you with a few home tips and tricks on how …
A lazy eye, which is also called amblyopia, is an eye condition characterized by reduced vision in one eye due to improper visual development at a young age. Although it often manifests in children, it may persist into adulthood if not addressed. Contents Sudden Adult-Onset Lazy Eye: A Cause for AlarmPossible causes of a lazy eye arising suddenlyRefractive ErrorsEye Diseases and ConditionsNeurological Causes of AmblyopiaLifestyle and Habits Conclusion: What Causes Lazy Eye in AdultsFrequently Asked …
