The eye

What can the eye reveal about the body according to opthalmologists?

• Signs of bone fractures

• Signs of respiratory disorders

• Signs of skin diseases

• Signs of systemic disorders like diabetes or high blood pressure

What can be seen through a microscope when studying the eye?

• Skin cells and hair follicles

• Digestive system and organs

• Muscle tissue and nerves

• Brain tissue (retina) and blood vessels

What is the yellowed area in the retina indicative of?

• Stress

• Nerve damage

• Fluid leakage

• Nutritional deficit

What do the brown spots in the iris indicate?

• Inflammation

• Cataracts

• Glaucoma

• Macular degeneration

What does a microscopic spot of blood on the white part of the eye indicate most of the time?

• Anemia

• Low blood sugar

• Dehydration

• High blood pressure

Why is it important to monitor the small blood vessel changes in the retina of a diabetic patient?

• To control health

• To improve eyesight

• To prevent allergies

• To enhance memory