Don't taint holi with unholy colours
The festival of colours falls on Monday and the markets are already flooded with colours. TOI shows you how to play a safe, skin-friendly Holi A Hundred Hands, a non-profit trust has also joined hands...
View ArticleResearch and Markets: Cyclokat (Dry Eye Syndrome) - Forecast and Market...
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bz7fgr/cyclokat_dry_eye) has announced the addition of the "Cyclokat (Dry Eye Syndrome) - Forecast and Market...
View ArticleMimetogen Pharmaceuticals Announces Topline Results of Its Second Clinical...
MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mimetogen Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Mimetogen”) today announced positive top line data from its second clinical study (Study Designation MIM-725) with MIM-D3, its lead drug for...
View Article7 ways make-up can harm your eyes
As an eye surgeon and ophthalmologist, I’ve noticed that many who wear eye make-up are unaware of some of the potential negative effects. Here are some ways to ensure make-up doesn’t affect your eye...
View ArticleOphthalmologists Advise that Quick Medical Help, Hygiene Essential to...
(Source: AAO - American Academy of Ophthalmology) Academy News Releases Releases Main Page Ophthalmologists Advise that Quick Medical Help, Hygiene Essential to Treating, Preventing the Spread of...
View ArticleOphthalmologists Advise that Quick Medical Help, Hygiene Essential to...
Bob Costas' worsening conjunctivitis a reminder of the dangers of eye infections Download image Download image American Academy of Ophthalmology Logo. (PRNewsFoto/American Academy of Ophthalmology) SAN...
View ArticleTop Five Signs Your Pet Has Seasonal Allergies
While some parts of the country are still dealing with the residual influence of winter, spring fever has hit Southern California in full force. Although heavy pollination seemingly doesn’t affect we...
View ArticleSummer woes: Conjunctivitis among dogs on the rise
LUDHIANA: The scorching heat is always cursed by all, including your pets! And it is surely that time of the year when the air is infested with a variety of bacterial and viral diseases which can bring...
View ArticleResearch and Markets: MIM-D3 (Dry Eye Syndrome) - Forecast and Market...
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hp2b7b/mimd3_dry_eye) has announced the addition of the "MIM-D3 (Dry Eye Syndrome) - Forecast and Market...
View ArticleEye clinic reports increase in patients amid pollution rise
As the northeast monsoon gets stronger in autumn and winter, bringing with it dust and airborne pollutants, visits to an ophthalmology clinic’s eye outpatient department have increased by 20 percent,...
View ArticleNot just a painful rash: Shingles can damage the eyes
"As we get older, our immune system gets weaker and the virus can wake up and reactivate,'' said Dr. John Sheffield. Hampden Township resident Jeff Hoffnagle was shocked to learn his itchy, watering...
View ArticleBreakthroughs in Ophthalmic Devices and Drug Delivery Technologies (Technical...
LONDON, March 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportbuyer.com just published a new market research report: Breakthroughs in Ophthalmic Devices and Drug Delivery Technologies (Technical Insights) Venture...
View ArticleRegeneRx JV Retains Ora, Inc. to Conduct Phase 3 Trial for NK and Phase 2b/3 ...
ROCKVILLE, Md., April 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- RegeneRx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTCQB: RGRX) ("the Company" or "RegeneRx") today announced its U.S. joint venture with G-treeBNT (ReGenTree LLC) has...
View ArticleBob Costas’ Eye Infection: What You Need to Know to Avoid Conjunctivitis
Bob Costas put forth an Olympian effort, but his red, swollen eyes have gotten the best of him. For the first time since 1988, the veteran sports anchor will cede his his nightly Olympics hosting...
View ArticleEye drops generally effective for conjunctivitis
Eye drops are generally very effective and because they are applied topically, eye drops are usually free of many systemic side effects. An allergic reaction that affects the conjunctiva, a clear layer...
View ArticleRegeneRx JV Retains Ora, Inc. to Conduct Phase 3 Trial for NK and Phase 2b/3...
(Source: RegeneRX Biopharmaceuticals Inc) ROCKVILLE, Md., April 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- RegeneRx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTCQB: RGRX) ("the Company" or "RegeneRx") today announced its U.S. joint...
View ArticlePink eye goes viral in capital CHHANDOSREE conjunctivitis FAQs A queue for...
What is conjunctivitis? It is inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin clear tissue that lies over the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid What causes the infection?...
View ArticleConjunctivitis cases rise with drop in temperature
PUNE: There is a spurt in conjunctivitis cases in the city over the last few days and doctors attribute it to the drop in temperature, which has made it conducive for the virus to spread. General...
View ArticleColor Contact Lenses Could Cause Cornea Ulcers, Other Horrors
Just a heads up, but if you were planning the perfect lizard/cat-person costume this year for Halloween, you might want to consider forgoing the hyper-creepy vertical-slit pupil contact lenses that...
View ArticleRegeneRx JV Retains Ora, Inc. to Conduct Phase 3 Trial for NK and Phase 2b/3...
ROCKVILLE, Md., April 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- RegeneRx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTCQB: RGRX) ("the Company" or "RegeneRx") today announced its U.S. joint venture with G-treeBNT (ReGenTree LLC) has...
View ArticleSevere form of conjunctivitis hits Nagpur
NAGPUR: A different, more virulent form of conjunctivitis, that had hit patients in city from July to October last year, has already made an appearance this year too. The infection is caused by a...
View ArticleWhy do we get a runny nose when we eat spicy food?
D. Janani, Chennai. As a defence system against animals and birds destroying plants, certain chemicals are found in the plant’s tissues. Capsaicin also known as Allyl isothiocyanate is one of such...
View ArticleCombating eye disorders
Many IT employees are likely to have experienced or heard of Computer Vision Syndrome, which causes dry eyes and irritation. For others, conjunctivitis or Madras Eye is an ever-looming danger at...
View ArticleRed eyes: Important that one maintain personal hygiene
KATHMANDU: Mero najik na aau hai timro aankha pakeko chha (Don’t come near me as you have red eyes)” — this is what we often get to hear when someone suffers from conjunctivitis. “However,...
View ArticleWays to avoid eye infection during monsoons
During the monsoon, the eyes are susceptible to various types of infections. Here's how to steer clear of them While we take several health precautions during monsoons — be it avoiding street food or...
View ArticleCorneal ulcers in the house rabbit demand immediate veterinary attention
The cornea, or transparent front part of the eye, is a thin dense fiber-like structure characterized by 4 distinctive layers in rabbits. The cornea is the transparent ‘covering’ over the pupil (black...
View ArticleWatery eyes in the house rabbit: causes, diagnosis and treatment
Previous articles have discussed obstructed tear ducts and several other causes for runny, watery eyes in the house rabbit. Another cause for runny eyes may be glaucoma. Glaucoma in rabbits is uncommon...
View ArticleRunny eyes in rabbits may be obstructed tear ducts
Rabbits with runny eyes appear to have been crying: one or both cheeks may be wet, or just the fur underneath the eyes may be wet or just slightly damp and matted. There may be a thicker, white,...
View ArticleSpaniel may have dry eye - try ophthalmic exam
Q: Six months ago I rescued a 7 1/2-year-old cocker spaniel. She has a foul-smelling secretion from her eyes. My vet prescribed a low-dosage antibiotic that only marginally lessened the condition. I...
View ArticleRunny eyes in rabbits have many causes
There are many causes of runny, watery eyes in rabbits. Runny eyes are not life threatening per se, but they may be symptoms of a more serious underlying condition. The continually wet fur and skin is...
View ArticleCauses of runny eyes in cats and dogs
Runny eyes are a reasonably common complaint in cats and dogs. There are many things that can make your dog or cat's eyes run. These are some of the most common. Conjunctivitis causes runny eyes in...
View ArticlePink Eye 101 (Essilor of America Inc)
(Source: Essilor of America Inc) One of the most common eye disorders in babies, children, and adults is conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye. Generally, pink eye can be caused by a viral or...
View ArticleRecurrent Corneal Erosion
A recurrent corneal erosion is a recurring opening or breakdown of the cells on the top layer of the cornea. The cells that make up the top layer of the cornea are called epithelial cells. These...
View ArticleGiant Papillary Conjunctivitis
Giant papillary conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as GPC, is a condition in which the inner lining of the eyelid (known as the palpebral conjunctiva) becomes inflamed and small bumps develop. These...
View ArticleStem Cell Contact Lenses
We usually think of contact lenses as simple medical devices to correct our vision problems. In fact, contact lenses are so common and widespread throughout the world that the public regards them as...
View ArticleLymphoma of the Eye
When we hear about lymphoma, we don't typically think about the eye. However, lymphoma of the conjunctiva, the clear outer tissue that covers the white part of the eye known as the sclera, is more...
View ArticleLupus and the Eyes
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the skin, blood vessels, joints, heart, kidneys, nervous system and eyes. Normally, the immune system fights off foreign invaders, such as a virus or...
View ArticleTop Causes of Swollen Eyelids
Most of us will experience swollen eyelids sometime in our lives. Swollen eyelids usually cause a bit of anxiety as the cause is sometimes unknown and people around us can see it. Most causes of...
View ArticleWhat Causes a Bad Odor Around Eyes in Dogs?
Question: What causes a bad odor around eyes? This question was in response to the stinky pet articles. A viewer asks: "My Shih Tzu has an bad odor around his eyes. What causes that?" This is a common...
View ArticleNewborn Eye Infections
You're home from the hospital and notice that your new infant's eyes are red and crusty. Could it be pink eye? We don’t usually think of newborn babies when we think of eye infections or pink eye....
View ArticleMeasles and Your Eyes
Measles was once considered a childhood disease that occurred because of a lack of vaccination. These days most of us are aware of the common MMR vaccine that contains the vaccine to protect our...
View ArticleSerious Eye Allergies
Many people complain of eye allergies during the spring season. Eye allergies can be extremely bothersome, but are usually manageable. However, atopic and vernal keratoconjunctivis are two types of eye...
View ArticleUpper respiratory infection in cats can be caused by bacteria
There are upper respiratory infections in felines that originate in bacteria. Chlamydia and Bordetella-also frequently found in shelters and areas with multiple cats. Less common in cats than dogs,...
View ArticleDog Dry Eye or Canine KCS a Winter Health Risk Reports Eye Researcher
The Latest Pet Health and Dog Dry Eye Discoveries Reported by Bio Logic Aqua Research Founder Sharon Kleyne Grants Pass, OR (PRWEB) February 21, 2014 "Dog dry eye," also known as “canine KCS”...
View ArticlePink Eye (CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
(Source: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) Pink, itchy eyes? Pink eye - or conjunctivitis - is common and spreads easily. It sometimes needs medical treatment, depending on the cause....
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