Join Us in Observing World Glaucoma Week: Prioritize Your Vision with St. Thomas Eye Hospital

As we observe World Glaucoma Week, St. Thomas Eye Hospital is proud to stand at the forefront of eye health awareness. Glaucoma remains one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide, yet with early detection and proactive management, its impact can be mitigated significantly. Join us in spreading awareness and taking concrete steps towards preserving your vision. Glaucoma is…

What are floaters and flashes?

What are floaters? Floaters look like small specks, dots, circles, lines or cobwebs in your field of vision. While they seem to be in front of your eye, they are floating inside. Floaters are tiny clumps of gel or cells inside the vitreous that fills your eye. What you see are the shadows these clumps cast on your retina. You usually…

Pterygium

A pterygium is a triangular growth of abnormal tissue that invades the cornea. Its development is not related to injury or inflammation. 90% of pterygia are located nasally. Both eyes are frequently involved but often only one. The pterygium can advance to involve the visual axis causing marked loss of visual acuity.  The pterygium can be distinguished from a pingueculum,…