EuroEyes Education Panel
Stay informed with expert-led articles on laser eye surgery, ICL implants, cataract solutions,
and personalised vision care from the specialists at EuroEyes UK.
The Growth on the White of Your Eye: Is It Pterygium, Pinguecula or Something Else?
Seeing a mark, bump or yellow patch on the white of the eye can be alarming, especially when it appears suddenly or begins to grow. People often describe it as a pimple on the eyeball, a cyst, a yellow spot or a fleshy wing-shaped patch near the corner of the eye. These symptoms are common, and most are related to pterygium, pinguecula or other benign conjunctival changes. Even so, it is important to understand what they mean and when they should be examined by a specialist.
Iron Deficiency and Your Eyes
Iron plays a vital role in carrying oxygen through the blood to every tissue in the body, including the eyes. When your iron levels drop, your body’s oxygen supply decreases, and the eyes are often among the first areas to show subtle signs.
From pale eyelids to blurry vision or tired, sunken eyes, iron deficiency can affect both how your eyes look and how they function. This guide explains the connection between low iron and eye health, how to recognise the signs, and when it might indicate a deeper medical issue.
Do Blue Light Glasses Really Work?
Blue light glasses have become one of the most popular modern accessories. You see them everywhere: in offices, classrooms, and even among gamers and content creators. They promise relief from headaches, tired eyes, and disrupted sleep caused by screen exposure. But do they actually work?
The average adult now spends more than 10 hours a day looking at digital screens. Every device: phones, tablets, computers, televisions emits blue light, a short wavelength of visible light that carries high energy.
Astigmatism and Lens Rotation: What Every Cataract and Lens Replacement Patient Should Understand
Astigmatism is one of the most common yet misunderstood causes of blurred or distorted vision. For cataract and lens replacement patients, it plays a crucial role in determining visual outcomes after surgery.
Modern toric intraocular lenses (IOLs) are designed to correct astigmatism during cataract or refractive lens exchange (RLE) procedures. However, their success depends on one essential factor: rotational stability.
The Rise of ICL and SMILE in the UK
For decades, patients with high myopia or thin corneas were told that laser vision correction was not an option. Today, that has changed. Two advanced technologies: SMILE and ICL have expanded what’s possible, offering precise and safe solutions for individuals once deemed unsuitable for LASIK.
This white paper explores these techniques in depth, examining how they work, their clinical success rates, and how EuroEyes uses them to restore visual freedom to patients across the UK and Europe.
Eye Twitching: Common Causes, Relief, and When to See a Specialist
A twitching eye is one of those annoying sensations everyone experiences at some point. It feels like your eyelid has a mind of its own, fluttering or pulsing for a few seconds or minutes. Most of the time, eye twitching is completely harmless and short-lived. It can be triggered by tiredness, stress, caffeine, or too much screen time.
However, persistent or severe twitching can sometimes signal an underlying issue, especially if it affects both eyes or occurs alongside other symptoms.
Latest Press
EuroEyes London Attends EVO ICL User Summit; Fadi Kherdaji Reflects on the Future of Vision Correction
EuroEyes London proudly took part in the recent EVO ICL User Summit hosted by STAAR Surgical UK & Ireland, bringing together leading vision correction specialists from across the country. Representing the London clinic was Mr. Fadi Kherdaji, Medical Director at EuroEyes, who joined peers in discussing the latest advances in EVO ICL technology and how it’s reshaping refractive surgery for the better.
EuroEyes Beijing Celebrates 10 Years of Trifocal Lens Excellence with an Exclusive Gala
Beijing, February 23, 2025 – EuroEyes Beijing hosted an exclusive gala dinner at the Ritz-Carlton Beijing, celebrating a decade of successful trifocal lens implantations for presbyopia correction. The event welcomed 130 distinguished guests, including notable figures from politics, business, film, sports, and entertainment, all of whom share the common experience of having had their vision restored at EuroEyes Beijing.
EuroEyes Joins Kensington, Chelsea, and Westminster Chamber of Commerce: A Visionary Partnership
EuroEyes, a global leader in refractive surgery, is proud to announce its membership in the Kensington, Chelsea, and Westminster Chamber of Commerce. This strategic alliance underscores EuroEyes’ commitment to integrating advanced eye care solutions within the heart of London’s vibrant communities.
Dr. Jørn Slot Jørgensen Recognised Among Germany’s Top Ophthalmologists For 2025
Hamburg, Germany, EuroEyes Clinic Group is proud to announce that its founder and medical director, Dr. Jørn Slot Jørgensen, has been honored in the prestigious Stern magazine’s list of top doctors for 2025 in the field of refractive surgery. This recognition underscores Dr. Jørgensen’s exceptional expertise and unwavering commitment to advancing ophthalmology.
