Eye problems

Eye Problems

Eye problems refer to a variety of conditions that can affect the eye or its components. These problems can range from common conditions such as myopia (pronounced my-OH-pee-uh) and hyperopia (pronounced hy-per-OH-pee-uh), to more serious conditions like glaucoma (pronounced glau-CO-muh) and macular degeneration (pronounced mac-u-lar de-gen-er-A-shun).

Etymology

The term "eye problems" is derived from the Old English word "ēage" (eye) and the Latin word "problema" (problem).

Types of Eye Problems

There are several types of eye problems, including:

• Refractive Errors: These are the most common type of eye problems and include conditions like myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), astigmatism (pronounced uh-STIG-muh-tizm), and presbyopia (pronounced prez-bee-OH-pee-uh).

• Eye Infections: These occur when harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi invade any part of the eyeball or surrounding area. Common types include conjunctivitis (pronounced kon-junk-ti-VY-tis) and stye (pronounced stai).

• Eye Diseases: These are serious conditions that can lead to vision loss if not treated. They include glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataract (pronounced KAT-uh-rakt), and diabetic retinopathy (pronounced dye-uh-BET-ik ret-i-NOP-uh-thee).

Related Terms

• Optometrist: A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats eye problems.
• Ophthalmologist: A medical doctor who specializes in eye and vision care.
• Vision Therapy: A type of physical therapy for the eyes and brain, aimed at improving visual abilities.

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