Dr. S. Mangombe

14/07/2025

What we see depends
mainly on what we look for.
— John Lubbock

09/07/2025

🧒 Children & Vision: Signs to Watch For

Children often don’t realise they have vision problems. You might notice:

🔸 Squinting while reading
🔸 Holding books too close
🔸 Frequent eye rubbing
🔸 Complaints of headaches or tired eyes
🔸 Falling behind in class

Early eye checks can make a huge difference in learning and development.

Don't wait for them to speak up — their eyes may be trying to tell you something.

07/07/2025

"Behind every pair of glasses is a sharper, brighter perspective. 🔍"- Anonymouse

01/07/2025

Happy New Month! ✨👁️

As we step into a brand new month, may your vision be clear, your goals be in focus, and your outlook brighter than ever! 🌟

Remember, your eyes work hard every day — treat them with care. 👓

30/06/2025

"Could a greater miracle take place than for us to look through each other's eyes for an instant?" - Henry David Thoreau

26/06/2025

Funny how EYES can communicate a lot of things

25/06/2025

Blurry Distance Vision? Let's Talk About Myopia (Nearsightedness)!

Hello Harare! Dr. Mangombe here. Have you ever found yourself squinting to read road signs, identify faces across a room, or see the blackboard clearly? If distant objects appear blurry while things up close are perfectly clear, you might be experiencing Myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness.

Myopia is a very common refractive error where the eye focuses light in front of the retina instead of directly on it. This makes distant objects appear out of focus. It often begins in childhood or adolescence and can progress as the eyes develop.

How do you know if you have Myopia? Common signs include:

-Difficulty seeing distant objects clearly
-Squinting to see more clearly
-Headaches or eye strain from trying to focus
-Difficulty driving, especially at night

The good news is that Myopia is easily diagnosed during a comprehensive eye exam and can be effectively managed! Spectacles, contact lenses, and in some cases, even refractive surgery are common ways to correct vision affected by myopia. For children, there are also various myopia management strategies available to help slow its progression.

Let's work together to bring your world into sharp focus!

23/06/2025

The eyes see all, but the mind shows us what we want to see.

18/06/2025

👁️ Understanding Glaucoma with Dr. Mangombe 👁️

Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it can slowly damage your vision without obvious symptoms at first. It happens when pressure inside the eye builds up and starts to harm the optic nerve — the part that sends images to your brain.

If untreated, glaucoma can lead to permanent vision loss. That’s why regular eye check-ups are so important, especially if you have a family history or other risk factors like diabetes or high blood pressure.

Early detection and treatment can protect your sight and help you live well with glaucoma.

If you experience blurry vision, eye pain, or see halos around lights, please visit an eye specialist immediately.

Take care of your eyes — they are your window to the world!

— Dr. Mangombe

Dr Saiko Mangombe is an Eye specialist/Ophthalmologist.

15/06/2025

Happy Father's Day & a very Happy Birthday to Dr. Mangombe!

Today is a very special day for me — not only do I get to celebrate Father’s Day, but it’s also my birthday! 🎉

I feel truly blessed to be a father and to have the opportunity to care for my patients every day. To top it all off, Gogo Anthony surprised me with this big, beautiful cake — thank you so much, Gogo! 🎂🙏

Wishing all the amazing fathers out there a joyful and love-filled day.

HappyFathersDay

11/06/2025

“Children’s Eye Health: Why Early Eye Exams Matter”

Did you know? Vision problems in children often go unnoticed—until they start affecting school performance or behavior.

Common Signs of Eye Problems in Children:

* Squinting or covering one eye
* Difficulty reading or holding books too close
* Frequent headaches or eye rubbing
* Poor performance in school or sports
* Complaints of double or blurry vision

Common Conditions To Screen For:

👓 Refractive errors (short-sightedness, long-sightedness, astigmatism)
🧠 Lazy eye (amblyopia)
👀 Crossed eyes (strabismus)
📚 Eye strain from screen use

Eye Exam Schedule:

* First check: at 6–12 months

* Second check: at age 3

* Yearly exams starting from age 5 or when school begins

09/06/2025

In a world full of voices, the eyes still speak the loudest.