Bengaluru sees over 60 cracker-related injuries; three likely to suffer reduction in vision
1 year, 1 month ago

Bengaluru sees over 60 cracker-related injuries; three likely to suffer reduction in vision

The Hindu  

Over 60 cases of cracker-related injuries have been reported in various hospitals during Deepavali festivities starting Sunday. With three bystanders, who are under treatment at the State-run Minto Ophthalmic Hospital, having suffered grievous injuries, doctors said they are likely to suffer significant reduction in vision in one eye. A 10-year-old girl from Dharmavaram and a 22-year-old from Bengaluru, also bystanders, have suffered severe injuries in the right eye resulting in a significant reduction in vision. Pointing out that the rest have mild injuries, like burns on the eyelid or corneal abrasions, Dr. Shetty said the government should not permit bursting of crackers in small lanes and bylanes. Anand Balasubramaniam, Consultant - Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Services, Sankara Eye Hospital, said the 28 cases under treatment at the hospital include two babies aged 1, three boys and two girls.

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Multiple Firecracker-Related Eye Injuries Reported in Bengaluru
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Multiple Firecracker-Related Eye Injuries Reported in Bengaluru

New Indian Express  

Multiple incidents of firecracker-related eye injuries were reported across the city during the Deepavali festivities. The city witnessed several cases of corneal injuries, with several individuals requiring medical attention. Parents and guardians are urged to exercise caution and supervise children closely when firecrackers are being burst.

Over 500 Treated for Eye Injuries at Major Hospitals in Mumbai During Deepavali Season
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Over 500 Treated for Eye Injuries at Major Hospitals in Mumbai During Deepavali Season

The Hindu  

Over 500 people were treated for eye injuries at major hospitals last year, with around 10% of them losing their vision permanently. Ophthalmologists have urged people to be cautious while lighting fireworks during the Deepavali festival. They recommend wearing protective eyeglasses and maintaining a safe distance from the crackers. If a firecracker does not ignite properly, it is better not …

Rameshwaram cafe blast: Bengaluru woman who lost vision in the incident regains 80% of it - Report
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Rameshwaram cafe blast: Bengaluru woman who lost vision in the incident regains 80% of it - Report

Hindustan Times  

Months after Bengaluru’s Rameshwaram cafe blast, one of the persons who was injured at the accident regained 80% of her eye vision, reported The Times of India. The woman underwent multiple eye surgeries after she lost her vision in the bomb blast in the tech capital. Rameshwaram cafe blast: Bengaluru woman who lost vision in the incident regains 80% of …

Rameshwaram Cafe blast: One injured may lose eyesight, three discharged
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Rameshwaram Cafe blast: One injured may lose eyesight, three discharged

The Hindu  

One person injured in Friday’s blast may lose her eyesight due to extensive damage to the eyes. Kalpana, Medical Director of the Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, told The Hindu she may lose sight due to extensive damage to the retina and the doctors are working hard to fix the eyes. Another doctor from the hospital said …

28 people suffer eye injuries in firecracker incidents in Bengaluru on Diwali
1 year, 1 month ago

28 people suffer eye injuries in firecracker incidents in Bengaluru on Diwali

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka capital Bengaluru saw a surge in eye-related injuries on Sunday in the midst of Diwali festival celebrations. As many as 28 people suffered eye injuries ranging from serious to minor in separate firecracker-related incidents in the city, according to news agency ANI. Around 22 eye-injury cases were reported at the Narayana Nethralaya Eye Hospital alone, while four were reported …

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