- Hermina Makassar<\/a><\/li>
- 18 October 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Know the Difference Between Glaucoma and Cataract<\/a><\/h3>
\n Entering old age, a person's body is more easily attacked and various kinds of diseases appear, one of which is eye health problems. Clear vision has a very important role in human life. Vision problems that affect visual acuity can certainly have a negative impact on reducing a person's quality of life. The organs that function to see can be affected by various disorders, such as glaucoma and cataracts. Glaucoma and cataracts are health problems that can have fatal consequences such as loss of vision if not treated quickly and appropriately. These two diseases are often considered to be similar diseases that can result in vision loss. However, it turns out that these two diseases are very different in terms of symptoms and treatment. Although glaucoma and cataracts are eye disorders, the symptoms they cause are different. The following are the differences in the symptoms of glaucoma and cataracts: \n \n\n \n \n Glaucoma\n\nGlaucoma is a health disorder of the eye that occurs due to a buildup of pressure in the eye. This can cause damage to the optic nerve. If not treated immediately, a person with glaucoma can experience permanent blindness. This disorder occurs because intraocular pressure increases, thereby damaging the optic nerve. This pressure increases because fluid in the front of the eye builds up when it is not drained. In the end, your vision ability will decrease. You are required to have regular check-ups when you suffer from this eye disorder. Some symptoms of glaucoma that can occur include:\n\n Vision may become blurry suddenly\n Red eye\n Severe eye pain\n Feeling nauseous and wanting to vomit\n Look at the colored rings around the lights \n \n\n \n \n Cataract\n\nCataracts are disorders of the eye lens that can interfere with daily activities. This disorder occurs gradually. This disorder occurs when the lens of the eye becomes stiff, thus forming a lump. Over time, it will cloud the lens in the eye, because the lumps cover the incoming light. This disease can occur in both eyes. For someone who suffers from cataracts, the initial symptoms that arise will be similar to other eye disorders. One of them is nearsightedness. Apart from that, specific symptoms may arise, including:\n\n The pupils are white\n Difficulty seeing at night\n Vision becomes blurred\n Glare or halos around lights, especially at night.\n Double vision in one eye\n Requires brighter light for activities\n Foggy view\n Vision looks faded\n Objects appear to be double\n The size of eyeglass lenses changes frequently \n \n\n \n \n If Hermina's friends experience problems related to eye health problems, please consult an eye specialist at Hermina Hospital, Makassar. Healthy greetings \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Pekanbaru<\/a><\/li>
- 11 October 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Conditions that cause cataracts<\/a><\/h3>
Quoted from the Ministry of Health, cataracts are a degenerative process in the form of clouding in the lens of the eye, causing decreased visual ability to the point of blindness. This cloudiness is caused by a biochemical reaction that causes coagulation of lens proteins. Cataracts can occur congenitally (cataracts from birth) but in general, cataracts occur because: \n\n \n Degenerative processes associated with aging, \n Or it could also be caused by trauma and induction from drugs (steroids, chlorpromazine, alupurinol, amiodarone) \n Or complications from systemic conditions such as diabetes mellitus or eye diseases such as glaucoma and uveitis. \n \n\n The following are several conditions that can cause cataracts: \n\n 1. Aging process \n\n As the eyes age, proteins and dead cells in the lens will accumulate and form lumps. This causes the lens of the eye, which was initially clear, to slowly become foggy, thus disrupting the sufferer's vision. \n\n 2. Congenital \n\n Congenital or congenital cataracts are cataracts that form before birth or during the first year of a baby's life. Generally, babies with cataracts cannot see normally and have difficulty controlling their eye movements properly. Congenital cataracts can be caused by several things, such as premature birth, having a family, or an infection the mother contracted during pregnancy. \n\n 3. Exposure to direct sunlight \n\n Exposure to ultraviolet B rays, which come from direct sunlight, over a long period of time can cause oxidation of the lens of the eye and trigger the formation of cataracts. Slowing the onset of cataracts can be avoided with a healthy lifestyle. By maintaining your diet, increasing your consumption of antioxidants, exercising regularly and not smoking, you can avoid diabetes and cataracts at the same time. \n\n To reduce the risk of developing cataracts, Hermina Friends can do the following things: \n\n - Healthy lifestyle by eating fruit and vegetables that contain antioxidants, stopping smoking and consuming alcohol \n\n - Avoid ultraviolet exposure by using glasses \n\n - Control risk factors for Diabetes Mellitus (DM), Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, and others \n\n - Carry out regular eye examinations at health facilities. \n\n If you experience symptoms such as blurred vision accompanied by smoke, glare or sensitivity to light, double vision or difficulty seeing at night, immediately consult an eye doctor for proper examination and treatment. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Mekarsari<\/a><\/li>
- 16 September 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Everything about Cataracts, from Symptoms to Treatment.<\/a><\/h3>
Happy friend Hermina, \n\n Cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye or its capsule (around the transparent membrane) which can block the passage of light through the lens to the retina of the eye. If the size is large enough or located in the path of light entry, it can reduce visual acuity. \n\n In general, cataracts are related to the aging process which can start at the age of 40 years. The speed of development of cataracts and the extent of cataracts vary greatly from person to person. This disease process develops gradually, so that in the fourth or fifth decade the cataract will finally mature and make the lens completely cloudy, disrupting routine activities. Treatment options including correction with glasses can be done in the early stages of cataract. Meanwhile, in the mature stage of cataract, surgery is the main choice. \n\n The World Report on Vision in 2019 reported that 2.2 billion people had vision problems. In 2017, the Indonesian Eye Doctors Association (Perdami) stated that 81.2% experienced cataracts, generally occurring at ages over 50 years. Cataracts are the main cause of blindness worldwide. \n\n Several factors influence the occurrence of cataracts: \n\n \n Congenital cataracts: research shows that there is a close relationship between congenital cataracts and maternal nutrition, infections (Rubella and Rubeola), and lack of oxygenation due to placental bleeding. \n Age-related (senile cataract): the most common type of cataract. \n Traumatic injury1,2: The most common cause of unilateral cataracts in young adults. Trauma can be: perforation, blunt force, electric shock, ultraviolet radiation, ionizing radiation, chemical trauma. \n Endocrine Diseases3: Diabetes mellitus, Hypoparathyroidism, Cretinism. \n Primary Eye Diseases: Chronic anterior uveitis, high myopia, hereditary fundal dystrophy. \n Medications: Corticosteroids and anticholinesterase inhibitors. \n Malnutrition4: a diet that lacks antioxidants and vitamins. \n Alcohol and smoking. \n \n\n Cataract patients may complain of any of the following symptoms. Gradual decrease in vision, blurry feeling as if there is smoke blocking it, the patient also complains of shadowy vision as if there are tears. Apart from that, complaints of sensitivity or glare to light, especially when exposed to car headlights or exposed to sunlight during the day. Color vision problems may also be found, such as objects appearing faded or yellow. \n\n Cataracts can be evaluated and diagnosed with the following steps: \n\n \n History: the patient's main complaint is decreased/impaired vision, history of eye conditions in the past, history of systemic diseases that cause or worsen symptoms. \n Comprehensive eye examination: visual acuity and refraction, slit-lamp examination, pupil response, and eye fundus/nerve examination by dilating the pupil. If there are abnormalities on examination of the posterior segment of the eye, for example age-related macular degeneration or retinopathy in diabetics, it can be an important factor in determining the visual results after surgery. \n \n\n Treatment options depend on the degree of cloudiness that is affecting important daily activities. If visual acuity is 6/24 or better, treatment with medication or glasses may be considered. Recently there has been research on drops that can dissolve cataracts, but they are still in the trial stage. Cataract surgery can be chosen if visual acuity is worse than 6/24 or there are medical indications (phacolytic glaucoma, phacomorphic glaucoma, retinal detachment) where cataracts have a negative impact on visual conditions. Before surgery is carried out, there are several general conditions that must be evaluated in order to get better surgical results, including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, nerve disease, and respiratory tract disease. \n\n The prognosis of visual outcomes in cataract surgery depends on several factors such as the level of visual impairment, type of cataract, time and method of intervention, unilateral or bilateral eye involvement, and the presence of other systemic diseases. In the majority of cases, surgery restores vision very effectively. Recent studies reveal that in the majority of cases, the prognosis after surgery is very good, reaching 70-95%, if the patient strictly follows the post-operative instructions and treatment regimen suggested by the ophthalmologist.5 It is recommended to have regular eye examinations, which will detect development of cataracts in the other eye. \n\n There are several things you can do to prevent the occurrence or worsening of cataracts, including: \n\n \n Stop smoking and consuming alcohol, which interfere with general health conditions, including the risk of cataracts. \n Maintain a healthy diet and good physical activity, to optimize antioxidant levels in the body to maintain eye health. \n Do regular medical check-ups, cataracts are closely related to diabetes and hypertension. \n Use glasses that protect your eyes from UVB rays when outdoors. \n Consult an ophthalmologist to carry out an eye health test at least once a year. \n \n\n \nSo Friends of Hermina, if you experience complaints such as the signs and symptoms described above, immediately consult an Eye Specialist so that you can detect further and immediately plan cataract surgery. \n\n Best Regards. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Medan<\/a><\/li>
- 20 June 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Recognize Symptoms Early Cataracts & Prevent Blindness<\/a><\/h3>
Cataracts are a degenerative process in the form of opacities in the lens of the eyeball, causing decreased vision to blindness. This turbidity is caused by a biochemical reaction that causes coagulation of lens proteins. Cataracts can occur due to congenital (cataracts from birth), but in general, cataracts occur due to: \n\n \n Degenerative processes associated with aging. \n It can also be caused by trauma and drug induction (steroids, chlorpromazine, alupurinol, amiodarone) \n Complications from systemic conditions such as diabetes mellitus or eye diseases such as glaucoma with uveitis \n \n\n Symptoms and Causes of Cataracts \n\n There are various early symptoms that are an indication that you have cataracts, these symptoms are: \n\n \n Eyesight becomes blurry when looking at an object or reading a text. \n Sensitivity to light or light becomes high \n When looking at objects and light using only one eye, objects can appear to be double. \n Difficulty seeing at night \n When you look at the light, a halo will appear in your vision \n \n\n If you experience the symptoms above, immediately have your eye health checked at RSU Hermina Medan with an Ophthalmologist \n\n Prevention and Treatment of Cataracts \n\n In general, cataract treatment can be done with two therapies whose goals are prevention and treatment, as follows: \n\n 1. Protect Eyes from Exposure to Sunlight \n\n If you want to be active in nature for a long time, you should wear it sunglases to protect the eyes from sun exposure. Especially during \n\n summer. Choose sunglasses that have 100 percent protection from ultraviolet rays, both UVA and UVB. \n\n 2. Keep Blood Sugar Levels Normal \n\n Reducing sweet foods, controlling food portions, and exercising regularly are some of the ways you can do to keep blood sugar levels normal. Maintaining blood sugar levels is very important, especially for people with diabetes. Besides being able to improve the condition of diabetes, this can also reduce the risk of developing cataracts, because cataracts develop faster when your blood sugar levels are high. \n\n 3. Reduce Eye Workload \n\n Improve the lighting in your home so that it will make it easier for your eyes to see or read clearly. If you want to see or read small letters, you should use a magnifying glass. \n\n 4. Stop Bad Habits for the Eyes \n\n If you are a smoker, try to reduce the frequency of smoking even if you ca, stop smoking at all. Likewise with those of you who have a habit of drinking alcohol, you should start limiting it from now on. You are also advised to limit the habit of driving at night. \n\n 5. Check Your Eyes Routinely \n\n If you feel that your vision has begun to diminish, thus interfering with your daily activities, you should immediately consult an eye doctor. Have your eyes checked regularly to adjust for minus eyes, for those of you who are glasses users. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Grand Wisata<\/a><\/li>
- 30 March 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Who Has a Higher Risk of Developing Cataracts?<\/a><\/h3>
Cataract is a condition of cloudiness in the normally clear lens of the eye. For people suffering from cataracts, looking through a cloudy lens is like looking through a frozen or foggy window. The blurred vision caused by cataracts can make it difficult to read, drive a car (especially at night), or see expressions on other people's faces. \n\n Most cataract disease develops slowly and does not impair vision early on. But over time, cataracts will eventually start to become apparent and interfere with vision. Initially, wearing glasses may help with cataracts. But if the visual impairment becomes more serious, cataract surgery may be required. \n\n \n\n Definition \n\n Cataracts are a disease of the eye that generally occurs due to the aging process, but there are types of cataracts that are not related to old age. Cataract is a disease that affects the sense of vision due to thickening and clouding of the lens of the eye. This process occurs slowly and progressively with age, but can be accelerated by the presence of risk factors. Cataract disease is a preventable cause of blindness if detected early and treated promptly. \n\n \n\n Risk Factors \n\n Some people may have a higher risk of developing cataracts. \n\n \n Old age \n Having comorbid diseases (hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, obesity) \n Exposure to UV light \n \n\n \n\n Complaints/Symptoms \n\n Common complaints are initially a decrease in vision or sharpness of vision that worsens over time. Other complaints may include: \n\n \n Decreased visual acuity, which may be worse at night. \n Glare, especially in bright environments or when exposed to flashes of light \n Worsening of myopia (nearsightedness) \n Double vision \n \n\n \n\n Examination \n\n Establishing a diagnosis of cataract requires a thorough eye examination to evaluate the condition of the eye and vision. \n\n \n Interview and general physical examination \n History of disease and treatment \n Sharp vision examination \n Examination of the condition of the eyeball \n Examination of the condition of the visual nerve \n Assessment of the severity of cataracts on the lens of the eye \n \n\n \n\n Management \n\n Generally, cataracts that are severe enough to interfere with vision require surgery to remove the hardened and enlarged lens and replace it with an artificial lens. \n\n \n\n Cataracts can be checked at RS Hermina Grand Wisata with your favorite ophthalmologist. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Sukabumi<\/a><\/li>
- 28 March 2023<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
13 Factors that Cause Cataracts in the Eyes and How to Reduce the Risk<\/a><\/h3>
Hermina's best friend must have often heard about cataracts, right? What actually causes cataracts, and is there a way to prevent them? \n\n Cataracts are a disease that often occurs in the eye, especially in older people. This condition occurs when the normally clear lens of the eye becomes cloudy, resulting in blurred or blurry vision. \n\n It can even affect one or both eyes. If not treated immediately, it is not impossible that these cataracts can cause blindness. So, to find out more about this disease, please follow this review to the end. \n\n \n\n Causes of Cataracts in the Eyes \n\n As explained above, cataracts are a condition in which the normally clear lens of the eye becomes cloudy or opaque. This cloudy lens in the eye blocks light from entering the eye and interferes with vision. There are many factors that cause cataracts, including : \n\n 1. Age \n\n Age is the main factor that causes cataracts, which usually occur in those over the age of 60. The older a person is, the more likely they are to have cataracts. This is because the lens of the eye has aged and becomes less elastic with age. \n\n 2. Radiation \n\n Exposure to radiation, such as ionizing radiation, can increase a person's risk of developing cataracts. For example, it occurs in patients undergoing radiation therapy to the head or neck. In addition, ultraviolet radiation from sunlight can also damage the lens of the eye and increase the risk of cataracts. \n\n 3. Alcohol consumption \n\n People who consume excessive alcohol have a higher risk of developing cataracts. This may be due to the toxic effect of alcohol on the lens of the eye. \n\n 4. Cigarette consumption \n\n Smokers have a higher risk of developing cataracts. Exposure to cigarette smoke and the chemicals in it can damage the lens and eye cells. This is what causes cataracts. \n\n 5. Disease \n\n Several diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and thyroid disorders, can increase the risk of cataracts. Especially diabetics, they have a higher risk of developing cataracts. This is related to high blood sugar levels, which can damage the eye lens and accelerate aging in that part. \n\n In addition, the use of certain drugs, such as corticosteroids used to treat certain diseases such as asthma or arthritis, can also increase the risk of cataracts. \n\n 6. Obesity \n\n Obesity and being overweight can increase a person's risk of developing cataracts. This condition can interfere with metabolism and health in general, including eye health. \n\n 7. Other eye disorders \n\n Other eye disorders, such as myopia or hyperopia, can increase a person's risk of developing cataracts. This is probably because the disorder affects the use of the lens in the eye. \n\n 8. Family history \n\n Some types of cataracts can be caused by genetic factors. Such as congenital cataracts, which occur in newborns or when cataracts develop at an early age. \n\n In addition, if there is a family history of cataracts, a person's risk of experiencing the same condition increases. Similar genetic and environmental factors can influence cataract risk. \n\n 9. Eating habit \n\n Deficiency in certain vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins C and E, can increase a person's risk of developing cataracts. Consumption of healthy foods rich in nutrients can help maintain eye health. \n\n 10. Use of steroids \n\n Long-term use of steroids can increase a person's risk of developing cataracts. Steroids can cause changes in the lens structure of the eye. \n\n 11.Eye trauma \n\n Injury to the eye can lead to cataracts, especially if the trauma affects the lens of the eye. Eye injuries can occur as a result of accidents, acts of violence, or extreme sports activities. Not only that, repeated trauma to the eye can also increase the risk of cataracts. \n\n 12. Infection \n\n Infection of the eye, such as conjunctivitis or uveitis, is also a cause of cataracts. This infection can cause inflammation of the eye lens and cause damage. \n\n 13.Environmental exposure \n\n Exposure to environmental pollution, such as motor vehicle exhaust, can increase a person's risk of developing cataracts. Pollutants in the air can damage the eye's lens and cause cataracts. \n\n \n\n Signs and symptoms of cataracts \n\n The emergence of a disease must start with several symptoms, as well as cataracts. Some of the symptoms of cataracts that often occur, for example, include : \n\n - Blurred vision \n\n - Difficulty seeing in dim light \n\n - It looks like seeing through a blur \n\n - Hermina's best friend's vision in one eye \n\n - Changes in color perception \n\n - Blurred vision \n\n When these symptoms appear, it is advisable to consult an ophthalmologist. An ophthalmologist can perform an eye exam and determine whether cataracts are affecting vision and how serious the condition is. \n\n \n\n How to Reduce the Risk of Cataracts \n\n Treating cataracts can be done through surgery. This is a relatively simple procedure and only uses local anesthetic. This procedure involves removing the cloudy lens and replacing it with an artificial one. \n\n Apart from surgery, lifestyle changes can also help reduce the risk of cataracts. Some ways to reduce your risk of cataracts include: \n\n \n \n Avoid excessive sun exposure \n \n \n Get rid of smoking habits \n \n \n Eat healthy foods such as vegetables and fruits \n \n \n Wear sunglasses when outdoors during the day \n \n \n Control underlying medical conditions such as diabetes and others \n \n \n\n \n\n In essence, cataracts are a common disease of the eye, especially in older people. Therefore, it is important to detect and treat cataracts as soon as possible to prevent blindness. \n\n If Hermina's friends experience cataract symptoms, immediately consult the complaints of Hermina's friends with an ophthalmologist at the nearest Hermina Hospital. Hermina's friends can also consult with our doctor online through Halo Hermina. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Wonogiri<\/a><\/li>
- 19 December 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Healthy Eyes Without Cataracts<\/a><\/h3>
Cataracts are opacity in the normally clear lens of the eye. This turbidity is due to changes in the structure of the proteins in the lens of the eye, which are affected by aging, exposure to ultraviolet radiation, or due to diabetes / diabetes mellitus. There are other causes such as repeated eye infections and collisions. Because of these factors, the majority of sufferers are aged 50 years and over, 3 out of 100 people in Indonesia will experience it, and 80% are elderly. \n\n \n\n For people who suffer from cataracts, they will feel a sensation such as foggy, foggy, cloudy, glare, even to the point of not being able to see at all. Sufferers will have difficulty doing activities such as reading, driving (especially at night), and socializing. \n\n At a more advanced stage, the patient will lose independence in carrying out daily activities. \n\n \n\n Cataracts are a highly curable eye disease, termed avoidable blindness. Because the nature of the lens has changed to become hard, stiff, and cloudy, cataract therapy is through surgery. not with drugs, because it is certainly not effective. \n\n \n\n Some people still feel worried, afraid, doubtful about cataract surgery. There is no need to worry that currently, cataract surgery technology is very advanced, with the help of ultrasound waves, and with a minimum of incisions. So that there is minimal pain, no stitches, fast recovery, and very good results approaching normal eyes. \n\n \n\n On the other hand, delaying therapy in cataract cases can lead to further complications. The harder the cataract, the higher the difficulty level of surgery. and if the cataractous lens bulges, or melts, it can induce glaucoma. Meanwhile, glaucoma itself can cause the death of the optic nerve, resulting in permanent blindness. \n\n \n\n Therefore, let's stop avoidable blindness, we have to do prevention of permanent blindness, which begins with cataract cases. \n\n \n\n When Should See the Doctor? If Hermina's friend has the problems described above, you should consult with an Ophthalmologist \n\n dr. Nafis Mara, Sp.M at Hermina Wonogiri Hospital. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Kemayoran<\/a><\/li>
- 22 September 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Working In Front Of Computer For Hours? Go Easy on Your the Eyes!<\/a><\/h3>
Will my minus eyes increase from looking at the screen too much? \n\n Why do my eyes feel tired, sore, even watery if I look at the screen for too long? \n\n Can radiation goggles help reduce the harm caused by screen viewing? \n\n Do I always have to wear my glasses? \n\n What happens if I rarely wear the glasses that the doctor prescribes? \n\n Working in front of a screen all day is inevitable. However, it is essential to take care of our eyes. Eyes are one of the most important organs and poor eye health can lead to various health complications. \n\n Some tips to prevent those problems. \n\n \n\n \n Adjust Your Monitor Position \n \n\n The main cause of eye problems is placing the monitor too high. Our eyes work better and more focus when looking slightly downwards rather than straight ahead. In addition to tiring the eyes, reading a computer screen while looking straight ahead can also dry out the eyes, because the eyelids must be wider open. If you wear contact lenses, the dryness of the eyes will worsen. \n\n \n Pay Attention to Ambient Lighting \n \n\n When calculating, if you normally see dark text on a light background, the room lights should be brighter than if you normally see light text on a dark background. If you can't adjust the lighting, consider wearing eye protection to protect your eyes. Light text on a dark background can make the eyes more comfortable. \n\n \n Rest Your Eyes \n \n\n Our eyes are not designed to see at close range for hours without distraction. If the eye remains focused on a particular point for a long time, the eye’s lens will become stuck at that focal point, which can cause squint and eye muscle fatigue, also difficulty of reading traffic signs on the road, among other things at night. “20/20/20 rule.” Take a 20-second break every 20 minutes, focusing your eyes on points at least 20 feet away from the computer screen. Keep your eyes moving while looking at objects at various distances. \n\n \n Wear the Right Glasses \n \n\n If you normally wear glasses or contact lenses and are around 45 years old, you may need special vision correction for computer work. Computer screens are not typical near-distance reading or typical long-distance driving; rather they are at intermediate distance. \n\n \n\n If you experience problems with vision, immediately consult an ophthalmologist, according to your vision problems. One of the health problems related to aging that is quite a lot to complain about is problems with the eyes and vision. These diseases include macular degeneration, night blindness, glaucoma, and cataracts. If there are symptoms of eye disease, or a history of the above eye diseases, it is necessary to see an ophthalmologist regularly. To choose the proper ophthalmologist, you can ask for recommendation to your relatives, family, or doctors. \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Kemayoran<\/a><\/li>
- 26 July 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Too young for cataracts , Is it Possible?<\/a><\/h3>
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<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Tangkuban Perahu<\/a><\/li>
- 20 July 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Safe and Comfortable Cataract Surgery With Phacoemulsification<\/a><\/h3>
What is a Cataract? \n\n Cataract is a condition in which the lens of the eye becomes cloudy. In our eyes, the eye lens serves as a tool to focus the incoming light from the pupil to the retina. If the lens of the eye has become cloudy, then the vision in the eye will be disturbed so that further examination is needed by an ophthalmologist to determine whether cataract surgery is necessary. One of the obstacles to the high number of cases of blindness due to cataracts is the lack of information about proper management. Many think that cataract surgery is scary, and it takes a long time during surgery or even during recovery. \n\n Cataract Surgery with Phacoemulsification Method \n\n Did you know that the current technology is increasingly sophisticated, including in the health sector, one of which is the minimal incision cataract surgery technique, or what is known as phacoemulsification (phacoemulsification). \n\n Phacoemulsification is a cataract surgery technique using an ultrasonic wavy machine. Phacoemulsification aims to improve the vision of patients who are impaired due to cataracts. \n\n In cataract surgery using the phacoemulsification method, the cataract will be crushed into small fragments and sucked through a probe the size of a pencil, then an implanted lens is placed according to the patient's refractive size. After surgery, further hospitalization is not required and the patient can go home immediately. \n\n Some of the advantages of cataract surgery using the Phaco Emulsification technique include: \n\n 1. Very small incision (± 2.75 mm) \n2. Fast processing (± 15 minutes) \n3. No Stitch \n4. Patients can go home immediately after surgery \n5. Faster treatment and recovery \n6. Can be performed at all levels of cataract \n7. Reduces pain, stiffness and discomfort after surgery \n\n Where can we get Phacoemulsification services \nNow hermina friends don't have to worry if they want to do cataract surgery, cataract treatment services with the Phacoemulsification method, can now be served at Hermina Tangkubanprahu Hospital, Friends Hermina don't need to hesitate because with this method because patients don't need to stay in the hospital so they can immediately return to their activities . \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/a><\/div>- Hermina Pandanaran<\/a><\/li>
- 20 July 2022<\/li><\/ul><\/div>
Come on, Handling Cataracts and Glaucoma<\/a><\/h3>
Part of a person's body will be more easily disturbed when he is no longer young, as well as the eyes. Organs that function to see can experience various kinds of disorders such as glaucoma and cataracts. Glaucoma and cataracts are conditions that can cause vision loss. Cataracts are disorders of the lens of the eye that can interfere with the activities of Hermina's friends. \n\n The disturbance occurs gradually (the cloudiness of the lens gets thicker over time), is not red, and is not painful. Cataracts cause a temporary decrease in visual acuity that can be corrected by surgery. While glaucoma is a condition that occurs due to increased intraocular pressure which can cause damage to the optic nerve. If glaucoma is not treated promptly, a person can experience permanent blindness. \n\n Symptoms of Cataract and Glaucoma, Recognize the Difference \n\n Although both occur in the eye, the symptoms are different. Here are some of the symptoms that arise in patients with cataracts and glaucoma: \n\n A. Cataract \n\n A person who suffers from cataracts will initially experience visual disturbances such as changing the size of glasses frequently. In addition, there are several symptoms that can arise, including: \n\n \n Vision becomes blurry, like seeing smoke or fog \n Older people or people with presbyopia don't need to wear near but blurry glasses to see far \n Some types of cataracts can give symptoms in the form of seeing more clearly at night than during the day \n Double vision in one eye \n Easy glare \n Pupils look white, because the lens is cloudy \n \n\n B. Glaucoma \n\n There are several types of glaucoma, including acute glaucoma and chronic glaucoma. Symptoms that occur vary. In acute glaucoma can occur, among others: \n\n \n Vision may be blurry and the eye will suddenly redden and there may be severe pain in the eye with acute glaucoma, which may be accompanied by nausea and vomiting. \n Seeing rainbows around the lights \n \n\n In chronic glaucoma, the symptoms include: \n\n \n Can occur without symptoms until damage occurs. It is usually discovered by accident during routine eye examinations. \n Eyes feel sore, sometimes dizzy \n Discomfort in the eyes or eyes get tired quickly \n Eyes can be red or not red \n In advanced glaucoma, the patient often bumps into nearby objects. \n \n\n What are the “Things” that Cause Cataracts and Glaucoma? \nHere are some of the causes of cataracts and glaucoma. \n\n A. Cataract \n\n The causes of cataracts are multifactorial. The main cause of cataracts is due to the aging process. Other causes of cataracts in adults include: diabetes mellitus, intraocular inflammation, trauma, and long-term use of drugs containing steroids. In pediatric cataracts, it can be congenital or acquired. Congenital cataracts can be caused by genetic mutations, chromosomal abnormalities, infection during pregnancy, or metabolic disorders. While those that can be caused by trauma, radiation-induced cataracts or steroids. \n\n Cataracts due to aging, also known as age-related cataract or senile cataract, are the most common cataracts. This condition involves many processes, which include changing the composition of the aggregated proteins to form cloudiness, and the addition of layers of lens fibers which then make the lens harden, dense, pigmented and cloudy. Environmental factors that have a significant relationship with the incidence of cataracts are smoking habits and ultraviolet exposure. \n\n B. Glaucoma \n\n This disturbance occurs due to increased intraocular pressure, thereby damaging the optic nerve of the eye and subsequently causing disturbances in the visual field of the eye. In normal eyes there is a fluid in the eye called aqueous humor. The aqueous humor produced by the ciliary body will flow into the front of the eye through the pupil then into the anterior chamber angle and out into the systemic circulation through the trabecular meshwork (75%) and into the uveosclera (25%). If this flow is disturbed either because it is obstructed in the pupillary area or the trabecular meshwork will cause a buildup of aqueous humor and then cause intraocular pressure to increase, which in turn can compress the optic nerve papillae and glaucoma occurs. \n\n Possible Treatments for Cataracts and Glaucoma \nDisorders of the eye due to cataracts can be treated with surgery, as long as there are no problems other than cloudy lenses. The cloudy eye lens is replaced with an artificial lens, which before the operation has been measured the lens, so that it is expected to produce maximum visual acuity. Glaucoma can be dangerous, because it causes permanent damage to the optic nerve papillae. In glaucoma, treatment can be in the form of eye drops alone or with oral medication and/or with laser or surgical procedures, depending on the high intraocular pressure and the progression of optic nerve papillary damage and visual field damage. The above is expected to prevent the rate of further damage. Hermina's friends get an eye health consultation at Hermina Pandanaran Hospital. \n\n \n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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