OSCE-1 CASES for the Exam
Examination 1 Continue reading OSCE-1 CASES for the Exam
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EXTERNAL EYE DISEASE (Conjunctiva)
Conjunctival Anatomy ■ The conjunctival epithelium includes goblet cells that produce the mucous layer of the tear film. ■ The conjunctival stroma comprises a superfi cial adenoid layer and a deep fi brous layer. The former contains lymphoid tissue that results in follicle formation with appropriate stimuli (it is undeveloped in infants who cannot develop a follicular response). The tarsal conjunctiva is firmly anchored to the tarsus, resulting in papillae when there is conjunctival infiltration, whereas the bulbar conjunctiva is only loosely attached to the globe and papillae are not seen except at the limbus. ■ Lymphatics drain to the submandibular and preauricular … Continue reading EXTERNAL EYE DISEASE (Conjunctiva)
contact lenses
Contact lenses often provide better visual acuity and peripheral vision than do eyeglasses and can be prescribed to correct the following: Myopia Hyperopia Astigmatism Anisometropia Aniseikonia (a difference in image size) Aphakia (absence of the lens) after cataract removal Keratoconus (a … Continue reading contact lenses
comprehensive eye examination
The eye can be examined with routine equipment, including a standard ophthalmoscope; thorough examination requires special equipment and evaluation by an ophthalmologist. History History includes location, speed of onset, and duration of current symptoms and history of previous ocular symptoms; … Continue reading comprehensive eye examination
The Eyelid anatomy and Examination
Have better of knowledge of the eyelid examination. and what is normal. Continue reading The Eyelid anatomy and Examination
Why did I choose ophthalmology as a future career?
This is a trues story of how I got into medicine and ended up in ophthalmology. The story is intended to guide students that are trying to choose their future career. It will be a good idea to think twice before deciding on picking a specialty after graduation.
Khalil AL-Salem M.D FRCS FICO Continue reading Why did I choose ophthalmology as a future career?
Can Sauna Sweats Lower Your Blood Pressure?
By Khalil Al-Salem M.D FRCS, FICO Edited by Mahmoud Al-Salem M.D FRCophth Knowledge and Health Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 (Al-Salem Eye CLinic) — Frequent sauna bathers might be boosting their heart health as they sweat, new research suggests. Studying more than 1,600 … Continue reading Can Sauna Sweats Lower Your Blood Pressure?
Plexr, Eyelid soft surgery.
Written by: Khalil Al-Salem M.D FRCS, FICO Reviewed by: Mahmoud Al-Salem M.D FRCOphth “The amazing alternative to surgery!” Now launched at Al-Salem eye Clinic, PLEXR is a revolutionary and patented innovation, opening a new and exciting frontier in the fields … Continue reading Plexr, Eyelid soft surgery.
