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What is a Retinal Tear? Retinal detachment is a serious and potentially vision-threatening condition that occurs when the retina—a thin layer of tissue at the back of the eye—separates from its underlying supportive tissues. This condition requires immediate medical attention…

What is Presbyopia and How Can It Be Corrected? Presbyopia is a common vision problem that occurs as a result of the natural aging process, usually beginning around the age of 40. It involves a gradual loss of the eye’s…

What Is Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)? Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) is a laser refractive surgery that corrects vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The procedure involves reshaping the cornea, which is the clear front surface of the eye, using an…

What is LASIK surgery? LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) surgery is a type of refractive surgical procedure designed to correct vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. It aims to improve vision by reshaping the cornea, which allows light…

LASEK (Laser Epithelial Keratomileusis) is a type of refractive surgery designed to reshape the cornea and correct vision problems such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. This type of laser eye surgery provides an alternative to the more well-known LASIK procedure…

What is hyperopia or farsightedness? Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness or long-sightedness, is a common refractive error affecting the eye’s ability to focus on nearby objects. It occurs when the eye’s cornea or lens fails to focus light directly on…