Cataract symptoms & causes
Cloudy vision, glare at night and colours that look faded. How to spot a cataract early and what can be done about it.
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Eye care guides
Clear, jargon-free guides written and reviewed by Dr Vasantha Gowri to help you understand common eye conditions, recognise the warning signs, and know when it is time to be seen.
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Symptoms & conditions
Understand what your eyes are telling you.
Notice a change in your vision or comfort? These guides explain the common symptoms, what may be causing them, and when to seek care.
Glaucoma symptoms & causes
The silent rise in eye pressure that can quietly narrow your side vision. Who is at risk and why early testing matters most.
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Blurred vision explained
From a simple change in your glasses to urgent warning signs, what blurred vision can mean and when it should not wait.
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Short sightedness (myopia)
Why myopia is rising fast in children, how it progresses through the school years, and the ways it can be slowed and managed.
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Eye pain: when to worry
Aching, gritty or sudden severe eye pain, what usually causes it, and the signs that need same-day attention.
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Dry eye syndrome
Burning, watering, gritty eyes made worse by screens and air-conditioning. What causes dry eye and how to get lasting relief.
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In-depth guides
Deeper answers to the questions we hear most.
Longer reads that compare treatments and explain how to protect your sight, so you can make confident, informed decisions.
Cataract vs glaucoma
Two common conditions that are often confused. How they differ, why one is reversible and one is not, and what each means for your sight.
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How often to get an eye check
How frequently adults and children should have their eyes tested, by age and risk factor, and why regular checks catch problems early.
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LASIK vs glasses & contacts
Weighing laser vision correction against glasses and contact lenses, with honest pros and cons to help you find what suits your eyes and life.
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Diabetes & eye health
Why diabetes can threaten sight silently, how diabetic retinopathy develops, and how a yearly screening protects your vision.
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If something about your eyes is troubling you, the safest answer is a proper look. Book a consultation with Dr Vasantha Gowri, or explore the treatments we offer.