Ophthalmology

What Is Episcleritis? Episcleritis is inflammation of the episclera, the thin vascular layer between the white of the eye (sclera) and the clear conjunctiva.

What is a Stye? A stye (hordeolum) is a painful red bump near the edge of the eyelid caused by bacterial infection of oil glands 

What Is a Chalazion? A chalazion is a painless, slow-growing lump on the eyelid caused by a blocked oil gland (meibomian gland).

What Is Keratitis? Keratitis is inflammation of the cornea (the clear front layer of the eye). It can be infectious 

What Are Cataracts? Cataracts are a clouding of the eye’s natural lens that affects vision. They develop slowly and are most common in

What is Farsightedness? Farsightedness (hyperopia) is a common refractive error where distant objects appear clearer than nearby objects.

What Is Bacterial Conjunctivitis? Bacterial conjunctivitis (“pink eye”) is an eye infection caused by bacteria (e.g., 

What is Allergic Conjunctivitis? Allergic conjunctivitis is an inflammatory reaction of the eye’s conjunctiva (the clear membrane covering the

What is Myopia?Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a refractive error where distant objects appear blurry while close objects remain clear.