Health Gist With Mr. D.

COMMON EYE RELATED DISEASES.
Here are some common eye diseases and conditions:

# # # **Refractive Errors**
- **Myopia (Nearsightedness)**: Difficulty seeing distant objects clearly.
- **Hyperopia (Farsightedness)**: Difficulty seeing close objects clearly.
- **Astigmatism**: Blurred vision due to irregularly shaped cornea or lens.
- **Presbyopia**: Age-related difficulty in focusing on close objects, usually after age 40.

# # # **Cataracts**
- Clouding of the eye's natural lens, leading to blurred vision, glare, and reduced color perception. Common in older adults.

# # # **Glaucoma**
- A group of diseases that damage the optic nerve, often due to increased intraocular pressure. Can lead to vision loss if untreated.

# # # **Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)**
- Deterioration of the macula (central part of the retina), causing loss of central vision. More common in older adults.

# # # **Diabetic Retinopathy**
- Damage to the blood vessels in the retina due to diabetes, potentially leading to vision loss.

# # # **Dry Eye Syndrome**
- Insufficient tear production or poor tear quality, causing discomfort, redness, and blurred vision.

# # # **Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)**
- Inflammation of the conjunctiva (the thin, transparent layer covering the white part of the eye). Can be caused by infections, allergies, or irritants.

# # # **Retinal Detachment**
- Separation of the retina from the underlying tissue, often requiring emergency treatment to prevent permanent vision loss.

# # # **Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)**
- Misalignment of the eyes, which can lead to double vision or amblyopia if untreated.

# # # **Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)**
- Reduced vision in one eye due to abnormal visual development in childhood.

# # # **Uveitis**
- Inflammation of the uvea (middle layer of the eye), which can cause pain, redness, and vision problems.

# # # **Corneal Diseases**
- **Keratitis**: Inflammation or infection of the cornea.
- **Corneal Dystrophies**: Genetic conditions causing cloudy vision.

# # # **Stye (Hordeolum)**
- A painful, red bump on the eyelid caused by a bacterial infection of an oil gland.

# # # **Blepharitis**
- Inflammation of the eyelids, often causing redness, itching, and crusting at the base of the eyelashes.

# # # **Ptosis**
- Drooping of the upper eyelid, which can obstruct vision.

# # # **Color Blindness**
- Difficulty distinguishing certain colors, most commonly red-green color blindness.

# # # **Night Blindness (Nyctalopia)**
- Difficulty seeing in low light, often due to vitamin A deficiency or retinal disorders.

# # # **Prevention and Care**
- Regular eye exams.
- Protecting eyes from UV light with sunglasses.
- Managing chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
- Maintaining a healthy diet rich in vitamins A, C, and E, and omega-3 fatty acids.

If you experience symptoms like sudden vision changes, eye pain, flashes of light, or persistent redness, seek medical attention promptly.

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Bontu Serbesa, Emma Vickson, Yahya Zuliat Fayemi, Patricia Khachas, Biomed Drop Box, Abiodun Lawanson, Vikrant Kumar Roy, Fedhasaa Milkeessaa, Ringo Fosho, Akinyode Moses, Balvnatsingh Balvnatsingh Chauhan Balvantbhai, Ukanah Theresa, Paul Gabriella, Babagana Abatcha, Santai Dabalen, Awe Jolapo Oyinda, Rahma Muhammad, Sarki Garba Mohammed, Hope Lucky Igberase, Yizengaw Fekadie, Regina Kwaor, Rasaq Ayobami, Virginia De Gesus, Ochege Glory Nsu, Gloria Zeabo, Birhanu Abdisa, Niraj Kumar, Favour Iheanacho, Japhet Agoho, Yakubu Hussaini, Habiba Mohammed, Dahiru Hamidu, Edosa Tuluba, Musa Faoziyat Motunrayo, Cyreen Rufu, Divine Effiong, Bali'na Gamachuu, Khaleed Muhammad Lumbi, Caaqil Khadar Jaamac, Rodney Kay George, Fasilo Birara, Nazifi Abubakar, Moshood Shiffau, Abate Tujuba, Manchilw Yegume Liji, Itx Ay Yusuf Abubakar, Victor Ipede, Opeyemi Olanrewaju, Bet Nuguse, Ngajui Elvis

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Salman Abdul Mumini Atta, Hanif Barak, Benedicta Tanko, Adekunmi Sheun, Oloruntosin Abosede, Yinh Keam, Abdul Raheem Olamide Bilkis, Pushpendra Mudgal, Bonso Bati, Moses Dlambah Khong, Jemsi Lwambano, Ayozie Peace U Peace, Bashir Musa, ብሩክ ሽብሩ ሹምቡሎ, Joseph Anyanwu, James Kakuru, Wake Gurme Tafexs, Samuel Qannaa Calaa, Diyaolu Motunrayo, Amir Mir, Arlan Elio, Itz Vickhy, Ahmad Aliyyi, Elvis Musongela, Safiyyah Madu Minta, Rabban Kenious Kaunda, Hailu Bayisa, Precious Shuaibu, Mngiringa Japhet, Christiana Kamara, Etta Gee, Taufiq Ahmad, Jane Gracious, Justin Kisumba, Ndeme Dorothy, Mojisola Fatai, Madugu Garba Amos Dst, Ruth Lucky, Manta Galadima Emmanuel, Caffe Diido, Olakunle Ayodele, Belisa Aliyi, Tesifa Alegn, Catherine Marigu, Queenbee Hoeluwarebunmie Abioye, Jamilu Awilo, Bleesing Okwu, Maman Abdul's, Ahmedteyib Hajii, Abidda Gaara Salaalee

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Gemachu TL Nokare, Akinbola Pamilerin Bisola

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

SCABIES:
Scabies is a contagious skin condition caused by a tiny mite called *Sarcoptes scabiei*. Here’s a quick overview:

# # # Key Features:
- **Itching**: Intense itching, often worse at night.
- **Rash**: Red bumps, blisters, or burrow lines (tiny raised tracks) on the skin.
- **Common Sites**: Folds of skin, between fingers, wrists, elbows, armpits, waist, buttocks, and ge****ls.

# # # Transmission:
- Close skin-to-skin contact (common in households, care facilities, or crowded places).
- Less commonly through shared clothing, bedding, or towels.

# # # Diagnosis & Treatment:
- **Diagnosis**: Usually based on symptoms and skin examination; sometimes confirmed by scraping the skin to find mites or eggs.
- **Treatment**: Prescription creams or lotions (like permethrin) applied to the whole body. Oral medication (ivermectin) may be used in severe cases.
- **Important**: All close contacts should be treated simultaneously, even if asymptomatic.

# # # Prevention:
- Avoid direct contact with infected individuals until treated.
- Wash clothing, bedding, and towels in hot water and dry on high heat.

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Altantsetseg Adiya, Tito Kiprop, Gud Fan, Saman Keerthi, Musa Gideon, Abreham Sineshaw, Halilu Sale Ibrahim, Bol Reat Khor, Asirate Belamo, Fayisa Ambaye, Adamu Husaini, Muhammad Zakariya, Haggai Alhassan, Ahumi Ayemi, Gaddisa Odaa, Babake Reign, Kisirani Wa Denja, Samuel Agoh, Lemi F Dinka, Hamisu Bako, Young Ladan Dan Alhaji

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Adeleke Gboyega, Patrick Bassey, Abdoulwaheed Aliyu, Mary Tom

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Nasiru Abdullhadi, Joyous Kingsley, Olad Abdi, Muhammad Shahzad Ahmad, Mæmàh Muhæmmâd, Falana Dominion, Adesiyan Omolara, Vivian Ibrahim, Clement Moorosi, Hellen Sarah Shafu, Itz Lois Ezekiel