Ophthalmology Terms

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Ophthalmology

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The branch of medicine and surgery which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.

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Glaucoma

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A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often caused by abnormally high pressure in the eye.

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Cataract

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A clouding of the lens in the eye which leads to a decrease in vision.

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Macular Degeneration

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An eye disease that can blur the sharp, central vision you need for activities like reading and driving.

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Conjunctivitis

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Also known as pink eye, it is an inflammation or infection of the outer membrane of the eyeball and the inner eyelid.

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Retinopathy

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Any damage to the retina of the eyes, which may cause vision impairment.

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Astigmatism

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A common imperfection in the eye's curvature, leading to blurred or distorted vision.

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Strabismus

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A condition in which the eyes do not properly align with each other when looking at an object.

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Myopia

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Also known as nearsightedness, it is a condition where close objects appear clearly, but distant ones do not.

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Ophthalmoscope

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An instrument used to examine the inside of the eye, especially the retina.