Bhubaneswar: Glaucoma refers to a group of eye disorders. It occurs when the pressure inside the eyes (intraocular pressure or IOP) increases enough to damage the optic nerves. As the optic nerves that are responsible for sending images to the brain are affected, it results in vision loss. If left untreated, glaucoma can result in…
Bhubaneswar : In India, an estimated 20 lakh people suffer from blindness caused by damages to the cornea, the clear transparent outer layer of the eye. More than a quarter of the cases of corneal blindness can be resolved if transplantations are done without delay. Just like any other body organ, the cornea of the…
Bhubaneswar : Amid increased screen time, the onset and progression of myopia and the cases of ‘squint eye’ among school-going children in India may have increased at an alarming rate since 2020. Dr Chandra Sekhar Sahoo, Consultant Ophthalmologist at Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital, Odisha said, “Our figures show that there is a 100% increase in…
Bhubaneswar : Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, one of India’s largest networks of eyecare centers, has launched Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Connect, a free online consultation platform, making its specialists available for advice on eye conditions, second opinion, and follow-ups for patients across the country. The free consultation will be available till August 15, 2021. Dr. Agarwal’s…
