Diseases of the eye

Diseases of the Eye

Diseases of the Eye (pronunciation: dih-zeez-uhz uhv thuh ahy) are a group of conditions that affect the eye and its component parts. These diseases can cause damage to the eye's structure, impairing vision and potentially leading to blindness.

Etymology

The term "Diseases of the Eye" is derived from the English words "disease" (from Old French "desaise" meaning lack of ease) and "eye" (from Old English "ēage").

Related Terms

• Ophthalmology: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
• Optometry: The healthcare profession concerned with the health of the eyes and related structures, as well as vision, visual systems, and vision information processing in humans.
• Glaucoma: A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital for good vision.
• Cataract: A clouding of the normally clear lens of the eye, causing decreased vision.
• Macular Degeneration: An eye disease that blurs the sharp, central vision needed for "straight-ahead" activities such as reading, sewing, and driving.
• Conjunctivitis: An inflammation or infection of the outer membrane of the eyeball and the inner eyelid.

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