Disorders of Eye and Ear: Symptoms, Cause, Treatment

Disorders of Eye and Ear: Symptoms, Cause, Treatment

Edited By Irshad Anwar | Updated on Sep 19, 2024 11:07 AM IST

Definition Of Eye And Ear

The eye and ear disorders are very debilitating as they affect vision and hearing, which reflects in the quality of life. The said disorders are studied to diagnose and treat sensory impairments.

Common Eye Disorders:

The eye disorders may range from minor problems to grave ones affecting visions.

Myopia(Nearsightedness):

It is a condition wherein distant objects appear dim.

Hyperopia (Farsightedness):

It is a state where near objects appear dim.

Cataracts :

The lens becomes cloudy, and blurred vision ensues.

Glaucoma:

An increased pressure inside the eyeball, due to malfunctioning of the drainage mechanisms, finally leads to damage to the optic nerve.

Common Disorders Of Ear:

The disorders of the ear affect either hearing or balance.

Otitis Media

Infection mainly causes infection in the middle ear.

Tinnitus

A whining or buzzing in one's ear.

Hearing Loss:

Partial deafness or total deafness.

Meniere's Disease :

A disorder in the inner structure of the ear in which a patient experiences vertigo associated with deafness.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the cause of myopia as well as hyperopia?

Myopia comes due to elongation of the eyeball, whereas in hyperopia, the eyeball is of a lesser degree.

2. How are cataracts treated?

Cataracts are normally treated by removing the clouded lens surgically.

3. What are the symptoms of glaucoma?

The symptoms include eyeache, blurred vision and halos around lights.

4. How is the otitis media treated?

Treatment for this involves introducing antibiotics or draining the fluid in the middle ear.

5. What are some of the causes that may result in hearing impairment?

Some of these include age-related factors, exposure to noise, infections, and genetic reasons.

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