Today we will be learning about the lens in the eye. The lens is another clear structure of the eye located just behind the iris and pupil. It’s shape resembles an olive, with sides that bulge outward. The lens is a really important feature of the eye because it helps us see. It’s function is […]
The Iris and the Pupil
The iris is the coloured circle that surrounds the pupil in the center of the eye. It is mostly made up of fibres of collagen protein and muscles. Collagen fibres are arranged in a specific fashion which is different between individuals, making each person’s iris as unique as a fingerprint! Humans can have a wide […]
Cornea Anatomy and Associated Diseases
Vision is the most important sense when it comes to living everyday life. We use our sense of sight for so many important tasks such as driving, working, and playing. The eye is a visual organ with various components that all work together to provide us with sight. The cornea is a clear, dome shaped […]
The Aging Eye….and Cataracts!
What is a Cataract? Our eyes have a natural lens behind the iris (coloured part of the eye) and the pupil that helps focus light/images on the retina. Over time the lens clouds over and can slowly blur up the vision. What causes a Cataract? Cataract is a natural part of aging but cataracts can […]
Glaucoma
What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is damage to the optic nerve (located in the back of the eye) that usually happens with increased eye pressure (intraocular pressure) in the eye. If left untreated it can cause vision loss. Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world after cataracts. What are risk factors for […]
