Age-related macular degeneration occurs when the macula on the retina is damaged due to aging. Vision loss may occur. Medications,

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the membrane that covers the white part of the eye. It is usually caused by

Pterygium is a flesh-like growth on the white part of the eye. This can affect vision. Treatment is done by

Myopia is the inability to see far away clearly. Treatment options include glasses, contact lenses and laser treatment (LASIK). At

Diabetic retinopathy is a condition that causes vision loss in diabetic patients as a result of bleeding and damage to

Glaucoma is a disease in which the pressure inside the eye rises and the optic nerve is damaged, leading to

Cataract is a disease in which the lens in the eye becomes cloudy, leading to vision loss. Surgical intervention is

Hyperopia is nearsightedness. Glasses, contact lenses and laser treatment (LASIK) can be used for treatment. At Metropol Health Group Eye

Astigmatism is the inability to focus images clearly because the cornea or lens in the eye is not smooth. Glasses,

Corneal ulcers are open sores on the cornea of the eye. They can develop due to infections and can lead

Strabismus is a condition where the eyes are not parallel. Treatment may require glasses, eye exercises, Botox treatment or surgery.

Dry eye is a condition where there is not enough moisture in the eye. It is characterized by symptoms such

Wearing contact lenses can increase the risk of infection in the eyes. Problems such as dry eye, corneal ulcers and

A retinal tear is the detachment of the retinal layer from the back of the eye. Early treatment can prevent

Lazy eye is when one eye develops less than the other. It can be corrected with early treatment in childhood.