Vol. 12, Issue 7 (2023)

Author(s):
Harsimran Kaur and Aparajita Bhasin

Abstract:
Human eye is a vital and intricate sensory organ that helps to perceive light, color, and depth. The current lifestyle mandates more from a human than ever. It necessitates prolonged screen viewing, overloading work, stress, and lower physical activity levels. However, it led to many degenerative diseases in humans. The aging process, genetic predispositions, environmental factors, and systemic diseases also contribute to the development of these conditions. Common optical degenerative diseases include refractive error, age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, dry eyes, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. These ocular pathologies can lead to irreversible blindness or impaired vision loss from preventable causalities. Hence, the importance of eye health cannot be overstated. Early detection through regular eye examinations is crucial for timely intervention, monitoring disease progression, and implementing appropriate treatment options. Pharmacological interventions, surgical procedures, lifestyle modifications, dietary modification, and visual rehabilitation approaches can serve a role in treating optical degenerative diseases. Promoting awareness and prioritizing eye health can improve quality of life and overall well-being. The current paper aims to provide a concise overview about degenerative optical disorders, to raise awareness about their impact and emphasizing the need for early detection, effective treatment strategies, and need to further investigation to combat the relevant challenging conditions.