Are You Fit to Drive?
Are You Fit to Drive? Visual requirements for fitness to drive and maintaining a driver’s license in Australia. Driving is a privilege that comes with a set of responsibilities. To ensure the safety of everyone on the road, legal driving requirements are in place, including both the possession of a valid license and the fitness […]
Freedom from glasses – A guide on how to reduce dependency on glasses
Freedom from glasses – A guide on how to reduce dependency on glasses Living with glasses can be a daily challenge for many, from smudges and scratches to intermittent fogging, and then the frustrating search if you misplace your frames! So, it is not surprising when patients come to us looking to break free from […]
Diabetes and your eye: A retinal specialist’s perspective
Diabetes and your eye: A retinal specialist’s perspective Diabetes is a well-known condition that affects how your body processes glucose. Elevated blood sugar levels can lead to serious health complications if not managed properly, and this includes diabetic eye disease. In this blog, retinal specialist Dr Anagha Vaze discusses the impact diabetes can have on the eye […]
The Cataract Journey: Before, During and After
The Cataract Journey: Before, During and After Inside your eye, you have a natural lens that focuses light onto your retina. A cataract occurs when this lens becomes cloudy, which affects the light passing through clearly. Cataracts are a common vision problem that can occur at any age and can significantly affect your quality of […]
Needles and Nerves – Eye Injections Unveiled
Needles and Nerves – Eye Injections Unveiled When it comes to medical procedures, especially ones involving our eyes, it’s normal to feel nervous and apprehensive. This is particularly common for patients experiencing their first intravitreal injection treatment. An intravitreal injection is a medical procedure performed by an eye specialist to treat various eye conditions, most […]
The importance of shingles vaccination for adults over 65….
The importance of shingles vaccination for adults over 65 Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful and often debilitating viral infection that affects millions of adults worldwide. It is caused by a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), the same virus that initially causes chickenpox. After recovering from chickenpox, the VSV becomes dormant, […]
A Glimpse into the Technology of a Modern….
A Glimpse into the Technology of a Modern Ophthalmology Practice In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, ophthalmology stands out as a field where technological advancements in eye care clinics have significantly improved patient care. At Nexus Eyecare clinic, our fancy equipment is more than just advanced technology, it is the key to preserving and improving your […]
Can my cataract grow back?
Can my cataract grow back? Cataract surgery is a common and highly effective procedure to remove a cloudy lens and replace it with an artificial one, often resulting in significantly improved vision. One question patients often ask cataract surgeons when considering surgery is – can my cataract grow back? Before delving into whether cataracts can […]
Refractive Lens Exchange VS Implantable Collamer Lenses
Refractive Lens Exchange VS Implantable Collamer Lenses When most people think of refractive eye surgery, they immediately think of laser eye surgery.Refractive laser eye surgery has revolutionised the way we can correct eyesight, however,unfortunately, not everyone is a suitable candidate. Eligibility depends on factors like your eyehealth, prescription and age. Fortunately for those seeking freedom […]
Penetrating Keratoplasty VS Endothelial Keratoplasty….
Penetrating Keratoplasty VS Endothelial Keratoplasty: Understanding the difference between corneal transplant techniques The human eye is a marvel of nature, a complex organ that allows us to perceive the world around us. However, several conditions can compromise our vision, one of them being corneal disease. The cornea is the clear dome-shaped front surface of the […]