Eye Care Basics

Why Regular Eye Care Is Non-Negotiable

Most people visit an eye doctor only when something goes wrong. But many of the most dangerous eye conditions — glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration — progress silently, with no pain or visible symptoms until significant damage has already occurred. By the time a patient notices blurred vision or vision loss, the disease may already be at an advanced stage.

Routine eye examinations allow our doctors to detect these conditions early, when treatment is most effective and vision loss can still be prevented or minimised. In India, preventable blindness remains a major public health burden, and the Thiruvalla region is no exception. This makes access to a trusted, comprehensive eye hospital locally — like Amita Eye Care — critical.

How often should you get your eyes checked?

• Children (0–18 years): Every 6–12 months, or sooner if squinting, headaches, or poor school performance is noticed.
• Adults (18–40 years): Every 2 years if no symptoms; annually if wearing glasses or contact lenses.
• Adults over 40: Annually — this is when glaucoma, presbyopia, and early cataract risk increases significantly.
• Diabetics and hypertensive patients: Every 6 months regardless of age — your eyes reflect your systemic health.

Conditions We Treat

Common Eye Conditions Treated at Our Thiruvalla Hospital

Our ophthalmology team at Amita Eye Care is trained to diagnose and manage a comprehensive range of eye conditions. Here is an overview of the most frequently encountered conditions in our practice:

Cataract

Clouding of the natural lens, causing blurred, hazy vision. The most common cause of treatable blindness in Kerala.

Glaucoma

Increased intraocular pressure damaging the optic nerve. Often symptomless until advanced — regular screening is vital.

Diabetic Retinopathy

Damage to the retinal blood vessels caused by diabetes. A leading cause of blindness in working-age adults in India.

Refractive Errors

Myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia (long-sightedness), and astigmatism — corrected with glasses, lenses, or LASIK.

Dry Eye Syndrome

Chronic insufficient or poor-quality tear production, causing irritation, redness and blurry vision — highly prevalent in digital screen users.

Squint (Strabismus)

Misalignment of the eyes, common in children. Early treatment prevents amblyopia (lazy eye) and preserves binocular vision.

Corneal Infections

Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections that can rapidly threaten vision if untreated. Prompt examination is essential.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Deterioration of the macula, the central part of the retina, affecting central vision in adults over 50.

Cataract Surgery

Cataract — Understanding India's Most Common Eye Surgery

A cataract is the gradual clouding of the eye's natural crystalline lens, situated just behind the pupil. While the condition develops slowly over years, it eventually interferes with everyday activities like reading, driving, or recognising faces. Cataracts are the leading cause of reversible blindness in India, yet they are entirely treatable with a simple, safe surgery.

Symptoms to watch for

Cataracts don't usually cause pain, which is why many patients overlook them in early stages. Common signs include blurred or cloudy vision that does not improve with glasses, increased sensitivity to glare especially at night, seeing halos around lights, faded or yellowed colours, and frequent changes in your eyeglass prescription.

Phacoemulsification — modern cataract surgery

At Amita Eye Care, Thiruvalla, we perform phacoemulsification — a minimally invasive technique that uses ultrasound energy to break up the clouded lens, which is then gently removed and replaced with a clear artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The procedure typically takes 15–20 minutes per eye, requires no stitches or injections, and patients usually return to normal activities within a few days.

We offer a range of premium IOL options including monofocal, multifocal, and toric lenses — allowing us to tailor the surgery to your lifestyle, whether you wish to be free of glasses entirely or prefer a specific focal distance.