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28/01/2021

08/12/2020

The above is what an eye professionals see and below is what an ordinary person see

20/10/2020

Know the external structure of the eye

30/09/2020

10/02/2020

https://www.dailysun.co.za/LIfestyle/explainer-so-when-is-a-sick-note-invalid-20200207-4

The validity of sick notes has come under the spotlight this week, but it is not a new issue - rather one which employers have been grappling with for a long time.

02/01/2019

After all the noise, dust and excitement had settled. I'm wishing you happy, successful and blessed new year. May all your wishes and resolutions become true. Have a blessed day.

01/12/2018

High tension/pressure glaucoma is mostly characterized by sudden onset of severe pain in the affected eye(s), it is often accompanied by severe headache and nausea. Some people present with mild to moderate pain in the affected eye(s)over a longer period of time. Pressure inside the eye is always high and the damage is quick especially to those who have mild to moderate pain since they take time to seek medical attention. It is caused by reduced fluid drainage out of the eye. There are number one causes to the reduced drainage such as eye injuries (old and new), dense cataracts, HIV and diabetes complications and many more. This is a medical emergency due to pain and threat to vision. It is therefore important to visit your optometrist or ophthalmologist if you experience pain in the eye to minimize the damage in case you have glaucoma.

24/11/2018

Normal pressure glaucoma is when the pressure is within the normal range but the damage on the nerve continues. Unfortunately the patient does not feel or see anything, at the first glance of visual disturbances half of the nerve is damaged and the damage is irreversible. Hence normal pressure glaucoma is the most dangerous in terms of destruction of vision. Central vision is the vision we use to appreciate color and see fine details like reading fine print. Peripheral vision is the one we use to look at side mirrors when we drive or see the ground when we walk without turning our heads much. Glaucoma damage happens on the peripheral vision first leaving a person with what is called tunnel vision, thereby ruling them off many professions. Regular eye examination by an optometrist or ophthalmologist of the back of the eye is the cheapest way to screen for glaucoma.

14/11/2018

14th November is the world diabetes day. Diabetes is one of the common causes of low vision and blindness in the age group 20 to 70 years, the destruction of vision happens unnoticed to people who mostly have their blood sugar levels high/uncontrolled over a period of time. It is therefore advisable for all people who are diabetic to have the back of their eyes (retina) examined at least once a year by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.

20/10/2018

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/what-causes-glaucoma-scientists-figured-it-out #1

Researchers say an autoimmune response may be behind the eye pressure and vision loss that sometimes precedes a glaucoma diagnosis.

11/10/2018

Today is world sight day, it highlights the importance of having your sight checked regularly.

11/10/2018

http://drkashi.science/headache-types-causes-treatment/

Medical Articles Headache types, causes & Treatment Posted on April 14, 2018 by Dr. Kashi Headaches are one of the most common medical complaints; most people experience them at some point in their life. They can affect anyone regardless of age, race, and gender. The World Health Organization (WHO)....

01/06/2018

Visit our consulting rooms for all your eye problems including visual and infectious problems.

31/05/2018