Lasik Eye Surgery

LASIK, or laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, is a kind of eye surgery for the correction of short- or long-sightedness and astigmatism. LASIK eye surgery is a modern alternative to wearing glasses or contact lens.

Join the online LASIK eye surgery group to get in touch with doctors and other who have undergone LASIK or are considering it.

Myopia/Short Sightedness

Myopia, or short sightedness, is a very common vision problem wherein the individual is unable to see distant objects clearly. Experienced by nearly one-third of the population, the condition can be rectified easily.

For more information on myopia and its implications, join this support group today.

Others

Vision involves the eyes, the nerves and the brain. Small problems with any one of these can lead to big problems with vision.

We understand how challenging a problem with your vision can be – so our online support group can help you get in touch with the experts, and also share ideas and resources with others who face the similar difficulties.

Presbyopia

A common occurrence as one ages, presbyopia is a vision condition where near objects cannot be seen without considerable difficulty. It is usually attributed to the loss of flexibility of the eye lens. If you are suffering from age-related vision difficulties, join Medindia’s support group to learn more about the condition and share your experience with others. Also, contact doctors and specialists in this field.

Ptosis

Ptosis refers to a drooping upper eyelid. It happens when the muscles raising the eyelid are weak, and it can be caused by some diseases, injury, or genetics. In children, ptosis can lead to the ‘lazy eye’ syndrome, and it needs to be corrected with surgery.

Join our online support group for ptosis to learn more about this problem.

Reflux Esophagitis

Esophagitis is a condition due to an inflammation of the lining of the lower end of the oesophagus. Esophagus or gullet is a hollow muscular tube about 2 cms in diameter that acts as the 'swallowing pipe' leading to the stomach. Muscles of the esophagus contract in a co-ordinated fashion in one direction to push the food down through a valve like muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter. Reflu ... Read More

Retinoblastoma

Retinoblastoma is a cancer that develops in the retina – the light - sensitive tissue that lines the inside of the eyes. It is most common in children, and if it is treated early more that 95% of affected children live on to adulthood. The cancer is first noticed as a whiteness in the pupil, especially in photographs in which a flash is used.

Join our online group on retinoblastoma to ask your questions to experts, share your experiences, and learn more.

Strabismus

Squint is a misalignment of the two eyes so that both the eyes are not looking in the same direction.This misalignment may be constant,being present throughout the day or may be intermittent. Strabismus is the medical term for the eye condition commonly called as squint, crossed eyes or deviating eyes.It occurs due to the improper alignment of the muscles that maintain the eyeballs ... Read More

Vitamin B-12

Part of the Vitamin B complex group, Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin. It has important roles to play in the normal functioning of the nervous system, especially the brain and in the synthesis of blood and energy production.

Our support group can tell you more about vitamin B12, and their benefits.