Eye cyst in video is not real – Fact Check
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“The eye cyst shown in the video is real”
Summary
Recent fact‑checks from reputable news outlets have identified the video as part of a deceptive advertisement that uses fabricated imagery and deep‑fake techniques. The alleged eye cyst shown in the clip is not a genuine medical condition but a fabricated element of the scam.
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- Should I Have Eyelid Surgery? - The New York Times
On TikTok and Instagram, “before” and “after” photos of blepharoplasties show exhausted-looking eyes suddenly refreshed. Celebrities, including the gymnast Simone Biles, and the actor Denise Richards, have confirmed having the procedure.
- In the Elizabeth Holmes Documentary ‘You Can See Everything,’ Faces Tell the Real Story - The New York Times
The movie cuts back to Holmes. “Um, but,” she says, “I don’t know if I’m strong enough.” The camera holds on Holmes as her eyes begin to water and a perfect tear splashes on her cheek: ... CreditCredit... Is this the real Holmes?
- What Is a Pinguecula and a Pterygium (Surfer's Eye)? - American Academy of Ophthalmology
Pinguecula and pterygium (Surfer's Eye) are common, non-cancerous growths on the cornea and conjunctiva likely caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light, dry eye and wind and dust.
- Eye examination - Wikipedia
An eye examination, commonly known as an eye test, is a series of tests performed to assess vision and ability to focus on both far and near and discern objects. It also includes other tests and examinations of the eyes. Eye examinations are primarily performed by an optometrist, ophthalmologist, ...
- Simple Kidney Cysts | National Kidney Foundation
During this procedure, the cyst is drained and either removed or burned in order to prevent it from coming back. If you have this procedure you may need to remain in the hospital for one or two days. ... This content is provided for informational use only and is not intended as medical advice or as a substitute for the medical advice of a healthcare professional.
- Your Lying Eyes - by bs king - Exhibit Asterisk
While the man in the video started off by saying he was convinced by evidence, he spent the rest of the video (2 minutes and 49 seconds) rattling off a series of about 15 questions while peppering them with jump cuts, eye rolls and bizarre nicknames for various people involved in the case.
- 'Don’t be misled': SGH warns of fake YouTube ad using its name and logo to sell eye product, Singapore News - AsiaOne
SGH’s logo can be seen in the ... The hospital said it was alerted to the fake YouTube advertisement circulating on social media that claims the eye drops were developed by SGH....
- Facebook ad uses AI deepfakes of public figures to promote unverified ‘eyesight cure’
It led to a website that includes a video featuring a person explaining how an insect supposedly enters the human eye and causes an infection. The person claims that an insect grows inside the human eye and causes blindness.
- SGH warns of fake YouTube eye drop ad | The Straits Times
The claims made in the advertisement are not verified by SGH.
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