Resources

Rare Types of Cataracts (WIP)

December 21, 2024

Cataracts are known for causing vision loss by the lens of the eye becoming cloudy, which is mostly common in older people. There are three common ...

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Ways to Prioritise Eye Safety in the Holidays

December 18, 2024

As we enter the holiday season, our eye safety must also be our top priority, along with our holiday spirits! This blog will explore important eye-...

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Understanding Cataract Surgery: Recovery Tips and Post-Op Care

December 2, 2024

Understanding Cataract Surgery: Recovery Tips and Post-Op Care Cataract surgery is one of the most common and effective procedures to restore visio...

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Diabetic Retinopathy: Stages and Treatment Options

October 9, 2024

What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Diabetic Retinopathy is a serious eye condition caused by prolonged high blood sugar levels that damage the blood ves...

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Causes Of Blood Shot Eyes – How To Fix Red Eyes

August 30, 2024

Almost every individual has experienced red, bloodshot eyes at least once. The tiny blood vessels on the eyes’ white dilate, giving it a pink...

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How Can Watery Eyes Still Be Dry? Understanding the Paradox

September 12, 2024

A Common Spring Complaint: Watery Eyes  As spring arrives in South Australia, many patients experience an increase in watery eyes, particularly due...

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Glaucoma Vs Cataracts

Glaucoma Vs Cataracts: Know The Difference

August 25, 2024

Have you ever wondered why your vision seems a bit off? It could be more than just needing a new pair of glasses. From irritation, redness, and swe...

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Strabismus Vs Amblyopia

Strabismus Vs Amblyopia: A Comprehensive Analysis

August 19, 2024

Have you ever noticed someone’s eyes not aligning properly or heard of a “lazy eye”? These are common terms for two distinct eye ...

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Why Does My Vision Go Blurry

Why Does My Vision Go Blurry? Explore The Possible Reasons

August 16, 2024

Have you ever caught yourself squinting at your phone screen or perhaps strained an eye on the menu at your favourite restaurant? If you’ve e...

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How Do You Know When It’s Time To Have Cataract Surgery?

June 28, 2024

Cataracts, a common eye condition, are seen in older population.. The cloudiness in the natural lens scatters and interferes with the light as it p...

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Understanding Macular Degeneration

November 29, 2023

Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is a progressive eye condition that primarily affects older adults. It ...

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Understanding Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight

October 27, 2023

Imagine a world where your peripheral vision slowly fades away, leaving you with tunnel vision and eventually, blindness. This is the reality for m...

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SA Eye Specialists - Optometry Education Night

Optometry Education Night

August 23, 2023

Interactive discussion with a fantastic opportunity for questions and answers. Connect, learn and share the knowledge. Dr Swati Sinkar Cataract ...

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Retinopathy of Prematurity Detection and Treatment

April 21, 2023

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a condition associated with  abnormal retinal vascular development in babies born at or before 30 weeks of gest...

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Strabismus (Squint Eyes)- All You Need to Know

April 21, 2023

Strabismus, more commonly known as squint or crossed eyes, is the term used when a person’s eyes do not point in the same direction. The condition ...

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Eyelid Malposition – Causes, Surgery & Treatment

April 21, 2023

There’s no doubt that our eyes are one of the most defining features of our physical appearance. Due to this, for over a decade now, eyes have been...

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What is Digital Eye Strain and How Can You Prevent It?

April 21, 2023

There is no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted different aspects of our health and wellbeing. This includes some indirect consequence...

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What is Glaucoma?

April 21, 2023

Glaucoma is group of diseases that affect the optic nerves. It impacts your peripheral vision, and in the worst case scenario, it can lead to compl...

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Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) And How It Affects Children

April 21, 2023

What is Conjunctivitis (pink Eye)? Conjunctivitis, more commonly referred to as pink eye, is caused when the thin clear tissue covering the white o...

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Refractive Errors and Childhood Eye Conditions

April 21, 2023

What are Refractive Errors? Refractive errors is the term for a range of vision problems where the shape of the eye makes it difficult to see clear...

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What Is Amblyopia or Lazy Eye?

April 20, 2023

Amblyopia, or lazy eye, affects around 2% of Australian children of pre-school age, but it can cause a permanent change in children of any age, tee...

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What is Blepharitis and How is it Treated?

April 20, 2023

Blepharitis is an eye condition that can appear in children and adults of any age (although it most commonly affects people over 40), with both eye...

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What is Macular Degeneration and How can it be treated?

April 20, 2023

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, it is estimated that over 240,000 people in Australia suffer from macular degeneration...

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What are Cataracts and How are they Treated?

April 20, 2023

Cataract is a condition when the clear lens of the eye becomes clouded. The symptoms can include cloudy/hazy vision, as well as an increased sensit...

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Can your diet and healthy living slow down the progression of cataracts?

April 20, 2023

The precise reasons as to why cataracts develop are still largely unknown, and the only effective cure remains cataract surgery, where the clouded ...

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