What is Ophthalmology?

Ophthalmology is a medical specialty that studies and treats diseases related to the eye, refraction and the eyes and their appendages.

The ophthalmologist performs surgeries, prescribes treatments, contact lenses, glasses and corrections for vision disorders.

Ophthalmology, as part of medicine and medical specialty, is dedicated to the study, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and errors of refraction presented by the eyes.

Its study involves diseases such as astigmatism,myopia, presbyopia, hyperopia, amblyopia,cataracts,macular degeneration, pterygium, toxoplasmosis, ocular tumors, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, etc.

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