Diabetes Survival & Optometry Reviews.

05/07/2026

Understanding Cycloplegic Refraction for Keratoconus Patients

Cycloplegic refraction in keratoconus. Poor conclusion on studies linking cycloplegic refraction on keratoconus patient. However clinical evidence and exposures have strongly linked cycloplegic refraction as best pathway for best suited final prescription. Knowing that keratoconus presents multifocal points, susceptibility to over minus due to cornea ectasia and over accommodation. This condition makes it difficult to get accurate refraction most specialist adopts cycloplegic refraction as baseline....

Cycloplegic refraction in keratoconus. Poor conclusion on studies linking cycloplegic refraction on keratoconus patient. However clinical evidence and exposures have strongly linked cycloplegic ref…

29/06/2026

28/06/2026

Blueberries are excellent for diabetics. They are low in carbohydrates, have a low glycemic index (GI), and are packed with fiber and antioxidants.

Research suggests blueberries actively help regulate blood sugar levels.

Key benefits include: Improved Insulin Sensitivity: Rich in anthocyanins (the pigments that give them their blue color), blueberries help your body use insulin more effectively.Slowed Digestion:

A one-cup serving contains nearly 4 grams of dietary fiber, which slows digestion and prevents sharp blood sugar spikes.

Lowered HbA1C: Clinical studies indicate that consuming about one cup of blueberries daily can significantly improve hemoglobin A1C and triglyceride levels in people with type 2 diabetes.

Reference American diabetes association.

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23/02/2026

Understanding Keratoglobus: Causes and Treatment Options

Keratoglobus is a noninflammatory cornea ectasia characterised by diffuse protrusion and thinning of the cornea. The etiology of Keratoglobus is not yet established, however some investigation have linked eye condition to defect in cornea collagen synthesis and risk factors linked to ehlers danlos VI syndrome, leber congenital amaurosis and blue sclera syndrome. Specialized eye care services are usually rendered by specialised eye care practitioners to ensure vision stability; Procedures may include traditional keratoplasty, lamellar keratoplasty among others, however prognoses is low, while early detection and management is appropriate. Thank you for reading stay tuned for more updates.

Keratoglobus is a noninflammatory cornea ectasia characterised by diffuse protrusion and thinning of the cornea. The etiology of Keratoglobus is not yet established, however some investigation have…

29/01/2026

Ciliary body Melanoma(CBM).

CBM is an interesting eye malignant cancer that affects the ciliary body, and the uveal tract. The ciliary body melanocytes are suggested by some studies to have been exposed to genetic mutations, environmental factors and UV radiations, which causes the ciliary body to increase to an unusual size. CBM are rare but can be associated with the entire uvea tract, i.e iris and choroid and may subsequently spread to the liver or other important organs of the body....

CBM is an interesting eye malignant cancer that affects the ciliary body, and the uveal tract. The ciliary body melanocytes are suggested by some studies to have been exposed to genetic mutations, …

28/01/2026

CBM is an interesting eye malignant cancer that affects the ciliary body, and the uveal tract. The ciliary body melanocytes are suggested by some studies to have been exposed to genetic mutations, environmental factors and UV radiations, which causes the ciliary body to increase to an unusual size.

24/12/2025

The Fight Against Trachoma: WHO’s Efforts Explained

By IROAGANACHI.V.C., OD, MSC DIA Are you aware of Trachoma eye infection? People with uncontrolled blood sugar are more likely to get infected when exposed to germs. Trachoma remains a public health problem in 41 countries (as of June 2022) with an estimated 125 million people living in areas requiring interventions against the disease. Trachoma is found mainly in the poorest and most rural areas of Africa, Central and South America, Asia, the Western Pacific and the Middle East....

By IROAGANACHI.V.C., OD, MSC DIA Are you aware of Trachoma eye infection? People with uncontrolled blood sugar are more likely to get infected when exposed to germs. Trachoma remains a public healt…

24/12/2025

A scientific article, adapted from research studies. Enjoy.

NVG is a secondary glaucoma associated with rubeosis iridis, ACA neovasculature and eventual increased IOP. The etiology and pathogenesis of NVG has been linked to diabetic retinopathy, Ischaemic r…

12/12/2025

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Following International Diabetes Federation latest publication about 537 million adults are living with T2DM, one in ten the number is predicted to go up to 643 million by 2030, and 783 million by 2045. Over 4 in 5 (81%) adults with diabetes live in low- and middle-income countries. Base on esti...