Archive for the 'Contact Lens' Category

Misuse of Contact Lenses Responsible for Microbial Corneal Infections

Monday, April 14th, 2008

Latest studies suggested 40 per cent of microbial corneal infections in Bahrain were caused by misuse of contact lenses. This is one of the main reason why the doctors of the Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain issued a circular informing the staff for immediate reporting of such cases, to the ophthalmology department. Bahrain witnesses a sharp [...]

Fusarium Keratitis: General Information And Awareness

Wednesday, September 5th, 2007

What is Fusarium Keratitis?
Fusarium Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the clear membrane that covers the colored part of the eye (iris) and pupil of the eye. It is caused by Fusarium which is a large genus of filamentous fungi widely distributed in soil and in association with plants. The higher incidence of fusarium [...]

Important Guidelines for Contact Lens Users

Friday, August 24th, 2007

Sometime it becomes very difficult for contact lens users to find out a proper guide of handling contact lens. Here are some important tips for successful lens wear and care.

Truth Behind Eye Care Myths

Friday, August 24th, 2007

We have been hearing some myths about eye care from our childhood and we sometimes are guided by those. So it is very necessary for all of us to know the actual truth behind these myths to take better care of not only our eyes but also that of our children. Some of the famous [...]

AMO Will Begin Shipping Contact Lens Solution After Acanthamoeba Keratitis Outbreak

Tuesday, July 24th, 2007

Advanced Medical Optics Inc. said that it plans to begin shipping a new multipurpose contact lens solution in the first half of next month, returning to the market after recalling its Complete MoisturePlus contact lens solution in May due to significantly increased risk for severe eye infection - Acanthamoeba Keratitis, which can completely damage the [...]

CDC identified outbreak of a serious eye infection called Acanthamoeba

Saturday, June 16th, 2007

Acanthamoeba keratitis is caused by a free-living ameba (Acanthamoeba) a microscopic organism found everywhere in nature.

You Need to be Careful While Wearing Contact Lens

Saturday, June 9th, 2007

While wearing contact lenses and you run the risk of getting an eye infection. That’s why you need to be careful how you handle them.

Advanced Medical Optics Sued Due to Rare Eye Infection Acanthamoeba Keratitis

Friday, June 8th, 2007

A San Diego man Michael Connolly, an engineering systems analyst, contracted acanthamoeba keratitis, an infection that can cause pain and blindness. The lawsuit, filed Monday in Orange County Superior Court, claims Advanced Medical Optics made a defective product and failed to warn consumers.

Contact Lens Solution Withdrawn from UAE Market

Friday, June 1st, 2007

A multi-purpose contact lens solution, which has been linked to a blindness-causing parasitic infection, has been withdrawn from the UAE market as part of a worldwide initiative.

Contact Solution Linked to Nasty Eye Infection Acanthamoeba Keratitis

Friday, June 1st, 2007

Beware contact lens wearers. If you’re using AMO Complete Moisture Plus Multi-Purpose Solution, be aware that it’s been linked to a rare eye infection.