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what is the mechanism of action of drugs used for the treatment of glaucoma are
lower intraocular pressure by decreasing the formation of fluids; promote drainage of fluids that accumulate
which structure of the eye is commonly referred to as the “white of the eye”?
sclera
what is carbamide peroxide used foe
ear wax removal
what condition is caused by abnormal high intraocular pressure that pushes on the optic nerve and damages it
glaucoma
Also known as ringing of the ears
tinnitus
what does the lens do
focuses light onto the back of the eye
which drug causes rebound eye redness if used longer than 3 days
Visine
in order to examine the interior of the eye, the patient would be given eye drops containing what drug
mydriatic
what in another name for the ear drum
tympanic membrane
which structure of the eye determines eye colour?
iris
What are the common symptoms of vertigo
nausea vomiting
what are cone cells responsible for
day vision and colour
what causes peripheral vision to be lost first
glaucoma
what is responsible for maintain balance and orientation
semicircular canals
macular degeneration causes ______ to be lost first
what are rod cells used for
black and white; night vision
glaucoma may lead to what if not treated
blindness
Define chronic dry eye
A condition where the eyes lack sufficient lubrication, causing discomfort, redness, and blurred vision
what is an external ear infection called
what is vitamin A essential for
photoreceptor growth and regeneration
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