Academic & Science
B. Optom. Full Form - What is Full Form of B. Optom.?
Full Form: | Bachelor of Optometry |
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Category: | Academic & Science |
Sub Category: | Academic Degrees |
What is Meaning of B. Optom.?
B. Optom. full form is Bachelor of Optometry.
What is Bachelor of Optometry?
BOPTM or Bachelor of Optometry is a degree in studies of eyes and its connected organs, diseases of the visual system, and corrections/medicines.
The degree in optometry is of undergraduate level and 4 years duration under regular education pattern including one-year of internship.
Our eyes, exposed to harmful UV radiation and pollution is prone infections such as conjunctivitis, a bacterial infection in cornea, irritation, corneal ulcers, red and watery eyes, sty (stye in eyes), dry eyes besides other diseases such as cataract, glaucoma, keratoconus, macular degeneration/edema, etc.
Ophthalmologists, optometrist and Opticians are the professionally qualified people to treat all vision related issues.