by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Amblyopia Term meaning “lazy eye”. This develops when the brain chooses to “ignore” the “bad” eye resulting in poor vision in that eye even though the eye itself is normal. This can result from numerous causes, the most common of...
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Hyperopia (farsightedness): An optical error in which the eye sees better at a distance than near without correction. (See Refractive Disorders for more details.) Individuals may not recognize any sense of blurred vision at near depending upon their age and degree of...
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Strabismus Term meaning “crossed eyes.” This happens when the muscles around the eye are not in proper alignment resulting in one eye crossing in, out, up, or down. This can lead to amblyopia (reduced vision or “lazy eye”) in the eye that is...
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Anterior Chamber A fluid-filled space between the cornea and pupil. The fluid is called aqueous humor, and contains the necessary elements that nourish and protect the cornea and other structures. This is a highly important anatomic area of the eye and is the focus...
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Iris Generally known as the “colored” part of the eye. It protects the eye from too much light, and it contains the sphincter and dilating muscles that allow the pupil size to vary.
by daniel | Nov 16, 2016 | Common Definitions in Eye Care
Uveitis An inflammatory process inside the eye involving the middle coat of the eye called the uvea. The middle coat is sandwiched in between the sclera (outer coat) and the retina, and it is a major source of blood supply and nutrition for the eye. The parts of the...
