Dr. M Manjunath Kamath

An 8-year-old schoolgirl from an affluent Mangalorean family was brought in with complaints of squinting and headaches. Diagnosed with accommodative esotropia, she was successfully treated with corrective lenses and vision therapy, achieving binocular vision within 6 months.

A 45-year-old construction worker with diabetes presented with fluctuating vision changes. Diagnosed with non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy, he received laser photocoagulation and through strict glycemic control and regular follow-ups, his vision stabilized without progression.

A 28-year-old software professional developed severe eye strain and dry eyes from prolonged screen exposure. Treated with preservative-free artificial tears, blue light filtering glasses, and ergonomic adjustments, she experienced complete symptom resolution within 3 weeks.

A 65-year-old woman from a low-income background presented with advanced cataract in both eyes. Through hospital's charitable program, she underwent sequential cataract surgeries with intraocular lens implantation, restoring her vision and ability to care for her grandchildren.

A 72-year-old retired fisherman from coastal Karnataka presented with sudden vision loss in one eye, diagnosed as retinal artery occlusion. Despite immediate intervention, permanent central vision loss occurred, but peripheral vision was preserved through anticoagulant therapy and lifestyle modifications.