2020
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Understanding Corneal Abrasions In Children
The cornea is the clear layer at the front of the eye that protects the pupil and iris. In addition to its protective role, the cornea also focuses light as it enters the eye and travels to the retina at the back of the eye. Corneal abrasions are relatively common in children and can vary in severity from a light scratch to a tear in the top layer of the cornea, known as the epithelium.
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Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy
People with diabetes are at risk of suffering from diabetic retinopathy, which is a disease that affects the blood vessels in your retina. The retina is a part of your eye where images are formed for you to be able to see. This means that you can easily go blind if you have diabetes and diabetes retinopathy. What Happens? Excess sugar in diabetic people's blood can affect blood vessels all over the body.
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