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GLAUCOMA TESTS

Glaucoma as we all know is the leading cause of irreversible Blindness world wide and the second leading cause of blindness.

Glaucoma is usually asymptomatic in it’s early stage. Hence it requires an optometric Examination to diagnose.

To say for a fact that an individual has or does not have glaucoma, the following tests will have to be conducted.

VISUAL ACUITY: Both at 6M and at 40cm. Visual acuity tells us how well the eyes can see. Usually a low visual acuity is usually a sign of glaucoma.

OPHTHALMOSCOPY: Opthalmoscopy examines the fundus i.e the back of the eye with emphasis on the optic nerve head. Usually a  high C/D ratio calls for concern.

TONOMETRY:  Tonometry Is a measure of the intraocular pressure of the eye.  A high Intraocular pressure is a risk factor for concern.

VISUAL FIELD ANALYSIS: This is an estimate of how well the individual can see side objects while looking straight ahead. A narrow visual field usually conotes glaucomatous damage

OCULAR COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY: This is an imaging of the retinal nerve fibre layer

GONIOSCOPY: This is  measure of the anterior chamber angle. It helps gives an insight as to if the anterior chamber angle is wide or narrow. Individuals with narrow angle are at risk of having glaucoma.

PACHYMETRY; This is a measure of the central Cornea thickness. Pachymetry is important because it helps reduces the incidence of false positive and false negatives.

THE MUSCLE DESTROYER (Myasthenia gravis)

Myasthenia gravis occurs when the nerves are unable to give signals to the muscles to perform specific actions e.g standing, gripping an object, opening your mouth and eyes etc.

CAUSES: It is an autoimmune condition. That is the body’s immune system attacks the Healthy body structures or tissues mistaking it for an infectious or foreign particle

It can also be caused by an overaction or tumour of the thymus gland.


There are usually three types of Myasthenia gravis and they are 1. Autoimmune Myasthenia gravis 2. Neonatal MG 3. Congenital MG. The first one affects women of ages between 20 and 40 and men above 60yrs of age. while the last two affects babies

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY: Normally for muscular activity to occur, the nerve release a substance called acetylcholine. This acetylcholine travels and binds itself to the receptors on the muscle site and trigger a contraction of the muscle

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS: Difficulty sitting up, difficulty opening the mouth and eyes, difficulty lifting hands, difficulty breathing

When the body’s antibodies  destroys all the acetylcholine receptors on the muscle site. The acetylcholine will not be able to bind to any receptor to trigger muscular contraction

TREATMENT : For auto immune myasthenia gravis, there is usually no cure. But it’s usually advised that the patient gets enough rest.

MG crisis is triggered when the individual is stressed, hence rest is advised so that the muscles can gain strength.

THE MUSCLE DESTROYER (Myasthenia gravis)

Myasthenia gravis occurs when the nerves are unable to give signals to the muscles to perform specific actions e.g standing, gripping an object, opening your mouth and eyes etc.

CAUSES: It is an autoimmune condition. That is the body’s immune system attacks the Healthy body structures or tissues mistaking it for an infectious or foreign particle.

It can also be caused by an overaction or tumour of the thymus gland.

There are usually three types of Myasthenia gravis and they are 1. Autoimmune Myasthenia gravis 2. Neonatal MG 3. Congenital MG. The first one affects women of ages between 20 and 40 and men above 60yrs of age. while the last two affects babies.

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY: Normally for muscular activity to occur, the nerve release a substance called acetylcholine. This acetylcholine travels and binds itself to the receptors on the muscle site and trigger a contraction of the muscle.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS: Difficulty sitting up, difficulty opening the mouth and eyes, difficulty lifting hands, difficulty breathing.

When the body’s antibodies  all the acetylcholine receptors on the muscle site. The acetylcholine will not be able to bind to any receptor to trigger muscular contraction.

TREATMENT : For auto immune myasthenia gravis, there is usually no cure. But it’s usually advised that the patient gets enough rests.

MG crisis is triggered when the individual is stressed, hence rest is advised so that the muscles can gain strength.

DRAGON’S SPIT: Eye infection

Infection is the presence of virus, bacteria or fungus in the body.


An eye infection is a disease that affects the eye due to virus, bacteria or a fungus.

Some common  eye infections are:
Cellulitis, conjunctivitis, keratitis, herpes, dacryocystitis et.c.


Some of these infections are highly contagious and need to be treated immediately to prevent them from spreading.

Can Eye Infections be Contracted?

Yes, eye infections can be contracted through various means, including:

– Touching your eyes with unwashed hands
– Sharing makeup or makeup brushes
– Not disinfecting contact lenses properly
– Coming into contact with someone who has an eye infection.

Signs of Eye Infection

How can you tell if you have an eye infection? Look out for these symptoms:

– Pain in the eye
– Increased sensitivity to light
– Colored discharge from the eyes
– Sore sensation on the iris

Can Eye Infections Lead to Blindness?

If left untreated, eye infections can cause permanent vision damage or even blindness. It’s essential to seek medical attention immediately if you experience any symptoms.

Precaution

– Visit an eye professional if you notice any signs of eye infection, such as itching, watery discharge, or vision changes.

Written by: Adesoji Margaret

Moisture matters: The menace of dry eye syndrome.

How could my eyes be dried when it’s not my skin?

Dry eye occurs when the eye doesn’t produce enough tears to keep the outer surface eyes moisturized.

When the eye doesn’t release much tears to retain the moisture of the eye, it causes irritation and discomforts in the eye.

Just like the skin looks whitish ,dry and cracked when it’s not moisturized, the eyes as well gets dry when it doesn’t release enough tears to wet the eye.

Causes of dry eye are , age , hormonal changes, insufficient tears, exposure to windy environment, staring at a screen for extended period.

Signs and symptoms of dry eyes are :
• dry feeling in the eye
• ⁠burning sensation
• ⁠Teary eye
• ⁠redness

You are experiencing amy of the symptoms of dry eye  listed above ? Then you need to visit an eye clinic to get proper treatment for your eyes.

Written by: Adesoji Margaret

Shade Your Eyes: Why Sunglasses Are a Must for Eye protection

Squinting the eyes while under the Sun?
It’s very important to protect the eye from the sun exposure, this is because the UV ray can impair the vision by causing some harmful  damages to the tissues of the eyes

Sunlight can cause serious damages  to the lens , retina and the eyelid.

Some of the harmful effects of the UV rays on the eye are :

• corneal damage
* cataract
* ⁠macular degeneration

You can protect your eyes from sun exposure by :

* Getting sunglasses to shield your eyes while you are under the sun
* ⁠Taking break in shaded areas

Written by: Adesoji Margaret

Asthenopia (Eye fatigue)



Eye fatigue along side headache?

Eye strain can be referred to as eye fatigue or tiredness. This can occur as a result of using the eyes intensively. For instance, staring at the phone screen or other gadgets for hours. In addition staring at tiny objects at long distance can also results to the fatigue of the eye. It can also be as a result of refractive Errors like presbyopia and hyperopia.

Signs and symptoms of asthenopia includes burning sensation, teary eyes, pain, headache, dizziness et.c

Precautions
  ° Taking a break: You can relieve your eyes from the stress by taking a break.

  • Look away from the gadgets for few minutes or hours
  • Take a cool bath or wash your face with cool water to stop eye burning and to cool down the temperature

Note: if you are still experiencing discomfort in the eyes, it’s advisable to consult an optometrist or visit an eye clinic.

Written by: Adesoji Margaret

POLIOSIS (what is it)

Poliosis is a condition whereby the hair in various part of the body, which in this case are the lashes and brows starts turning white.

This occurs when the hairs start loosing pigmentation ( melanin) that gives it the colouration it possess.

This condition is not sight threatening, however it could a precursor to something quite serious.

Causes are usually idiopathic. Most times it is usually as a result of autoimmune ailments, use of certain medications and other cancerous Diseases.

An obvious sign of poliosis is hair whitening.

Treatment usually involves skin grafting and laser therapy.

ARCUS SENILIS (what is it?)

Arcus senilis is a whitish ring found on the edge of the cornea. The cornea is the transparent frontal part of the eye.

Arcus senilis is lipid (cholesterol) deposits on the cornea as a result of high lipid content in the blood.

It is usually not sight threatening, but however it could be a warning sign of something quite serious.

This arcus senilis is usually present in adults. But if found people under the age of 40, it is known as arcus juvenilis.

Treatment involves controlling the blood lipid content, once that is done, arcus disappears gradually.

CHEMICAL BURNS: Chemical Irritants in the Eye



The eyes are one of the most sensitive and delicate parts of the human body. They require proper care and attention to maintain good vision and overall eye health. One common hazard that can affect the eyes is chemical irritants. These irritants get into they eyes and cause what we call chemical burns.

Chemical irritants can enter the eyes and cause chemical burns through the following various means:

– Using bar soap while bathing
– Applying facial treatments such as face scrubs and face washes
– Accidentally getting cream or lotion in the eyes.

When chemical irritants enter the eyes, they can cause a range of issues which includes:

– Discomfort and pain
– Irritation and itching
– Dryness and redness of the eyes

Long-term Effects

If left untreated, chemical irritants can cause damage to the eye tissue, leading to impaired vision.

What to Do in Case of Chemical Irritation

If you accidentally get chemicals in your eyes, follow these steps:

– Flush your eyes with clean, lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes
– If the discomfort persists after flushing, visit an eye clinic near you to consult an optometrist