Corneal diseases can cause clouding and distortion of vision, and eventually blindness. There are many types of corneal diseases and infections such as bacterial, fungal and viral infections related to contact lenses, abrasions from trauma, and inflammation, all of which need early treatment for preservation of vision.

Glaucoma, also called as Silent thief of sight is an asymptomatic disease of the eye which exhibits a typical optic neuropathy which results in progressive visual field loss.The most important risk factor is raised intraocular pressure.Risk factors for glaucoma include age above 40 years, diabetes, myopia, mature cataract, trauma, certain retinal diseases and a family history of glaucoma.

Oculoplasty, also known as oculoplastic surgery or ophthalmic plastic surgery, is a specialized branch of ophthalmology that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the structures around the eyes, including the eyelids, tear ducts, orbit (eye socket), and the surrounding facial tissues. Oculoplastic surgeons are ophthalmologists who have undergone additional training in plastic and reconstructive surgery specifically related to the eyes and its adjacent structures.

Children, unlike adults, need special care and attention when it comes to eye examination or dealing with an eye condition. The Pediatric Ophthalmology services at Kapoor Eye Hospital are equipped to provide the best possible care for children’s eye problems, whether simple or complex, and can be diagnosed and treated all under one roof by well-experienced doctors, with state of the art technology surgical care.

The retina is like the film of the camera which sends the image to the brain for processing. A damaged retina can lead to significant visual disturbances many of which may become permanent if not treated in time. The retinal diseases are some of the most common causes of a permanent loss of vision in many patients, if not treated on time.