Surface Ablation Window
The temporary epithelial window created during LASEK. It allows laser reshaping without creating a flap.
Sclera
The white, outer layer of the eyeball that protects the inner eye structures.
Stye
A painful lump near the eyelid, usually caused by a bacterial infection.
Scleritis
Scleritis is painful inflammation of the white wall of the eye. It is often linked to autoimmune conditions and needs urgent specialist care.
Short-Sightedness (Myopia)
Short-sightedness, or myopia, means distant objects appear blurry while near vision remains clearer. It is one of the most common refractive errors and can be treated with glasses, contact lenses or laser surgery.