Optical Coherence Tomography also known as OCT, is a non-invasive imaging method used to generate an image of the back of your eye also known as your retina. OCT or Optical Coherence Tomography measures the thickness of your retina and optic nerve. The OCT scan is used to diagnose many eye conditions such as diabetes related retinopathy, age related macular degeneration, glaucoma, macular hole, macular edema and macular pucker. An ophthalmologist may recommend an OCT scan if you’re at risk of developing an eye disease or are over a certain age to check the health of the entire eye. To prepare ..read more

Corneal Topography is a non-invasive photography scan technique which maps the surface of the cornea (the clear front part of the eye). This scan technology allows your ophthalmologist to measure and map your cornea which includes its thickness and elevation changes. A corneal topography is done to check any scarring, growths, astigmatism and keratoconus of and on the cornea respectively. A corneal topography scan is also used for contact lens fitting as it takes the exact measurement of your cornea. This procedure is also used in the preparation of certain eye surgeries like Cataract, LASIK ..read more

Corneal Cross Linking also known as C3R or CXL is a procedure done to treat Keratoconus (a condition wherein the cornea of the eye has become thin and bulges outward in a cone like shape). In this procedure the collagen fibres of the cornea are cross linked and strengthened by using riboflavin eye drops and uv light rays. Before doing this procedure, at Jehan Eye Clinic, the doctor will advise you to do certain eye scans such as the corneal topography scan and pachymetry to measure the thickness of the cornea and to check your entire eye from front to back including the retina respectively. I ..read more

Our eyes have a natural lens which helps us with our vision, with age, the efficacy of this lens reduces. Opacification of the clear fibres in the natural lens of the eye happen over a period of time and that causes the natural lens to harden. This hard lens is called as the cataract or मोतीबिंदू. Cataract happens due to progressing age, exposure to uv rays (sun), severe eye injury, it can sometimes also be congenital ( present in a new born child). Symptoms of cataract include blurred vision, one finds the colours to be faded, one can see halos around lights, in general lights feels brighter ..read more

Dr Kareeshma was an invited speaker and Panelist at the annual conference of Ophthalmologists at Gurgaon. The post Annual Conference of Ophthalmologists at Gurgaon appeared first on Jehan Eye Clinic ..read more

Precision in surgery is what every surgeon and patient chases- and this is the main advantage of a femtosecond laser. The conventional LASIK involves 2 steps – In the first step we use a microkeratome – which is basically a mechanical motorized machine that uses a blade to dissect a thin layer of the cornea to create a flap. The second step involves applying the actual excimer laser that reshapes the cornea, and thus treats the required number. Femtosecond Laser has been used since over a decade to create the flaps in LASIK surgery. This was originally referred to as “Bladeless LASIK” Why do ..read more

Not all infections of the eye are Conjunctivitis. Conjunctivitis is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva-the thin transparent layer of tissue that lines the inner surface of the eyelid and covers the white part of the eye. It maybe caused due to microbes(infectious organisms), allergens, toxic chemicals  etc. Patients commonly refer to this as a “pink eye” or “red eye”. The treatment of each is based on the underlying cause. It is imperative for the public to know that not all red eyes have the same treatment, and hence they shouldn’t take this symptom lightly. Often, individu ..read more

Early detection and prompt treatment of Glaucoma can prevent vision loss. Dr Kareeshma Wadia Havewala is conducting a free eye screening camp on 14th and 15th March during the World Glaucoma Week Come get yourself tested. Timing : 4 to 7pm Contact : 7045658586/ 02226715553 The post Free Eye Screening Camp -Jehan Eye Clinic appeared first on Jehan Eye Clinic ..read more

" In early glaucoma, one may not have any amount of blindness. But if it is uncontrolled or went undiagnosed, then there will be a severe level of blindness with advanced glaucoma, " Dr. Kareeshma Wadia, Ophthalmologist. Good vision is a key factor for living a healthy happy life. The earlier we start looking after the health of our eyes the better chance of maintaining goodwill throughout our lives. Problems can occur at any age, which is why regular eye examinations with Ophthalmologists are important. Good vision isn't just about seeing well, it's about living well. One such eye affe ..read more

Dr Kareeshma was invited speaker on LASIK at a seminar conducted by Anideep Eye Hospital. The post LASIK at A Seminar Conducted By Anideep Eye Hospital appeared first on Jehan Eye Clinic ..read more