DO I NEED TO SEE A GLAUCOMA SPECIALIST?

Glaucoma, often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” is a progressive eye condition that damages the optic nerve, leading to vision loss and blindness if left untreated. While many individuals with glaucoma initially experience no symptoms, the gradual loss of peripheral vision can eventually impair daily activities and diminish quality of life. In…

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Panretinal Photocoagulation (PRP)

Laser eye treatment called panretinal photocoagulation (PRP) is used in patients who have grown aberrant new blood vessels in the drainage system of the eyeball or in the retina at the rear of the eye. The PRP laser treatment promotes existing vessels to contract and scar while inhibiting the growth of aberrant new vessels on…

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Concerns that most glaucoma patients have about their disease and treatment.

Glaucoma is often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” and because of how it affects sight poses a very serious problem for those who are affected by the disease. This progressive eye condition damages the optic nerve, gradually and irreversibly leading to vision loss when left untreated. Understandably, individuals diagnosed with glaucoma often…

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Do I want or need a multifocal lens after cataract surgery?

The greatest advantage of multifocal or trifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) lies in their ability to provide a patients with excellent vision at multiple distances simultaneously, while reducing and in some cases even eliminating the need for glasses after cataract surgery. Unlike traditional monofocal lenses, multifocal IOLs can correct near, intermediate, and distance vision, offering greater…

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I am going to have glaucoma surgery what questions should i ask to my doctor

It is critical to gather information and address any worries you might have before having glaucoma surgery. Here are some queries you might consider about posing to your doctor: 1. Which glaucoma surgery is suggested for my particular condition? There are various glaucoma surgical methods that can be performed, including trabeculectomy, tube shunt installation, and…

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I am going to have cataract surgery what questions should i ask to my doctor

Understanding the procedure and going over key points with your doctor are critical parts of being ready for cataract surgery. Before having cataract surgery, you can think about asking your doctor the following questions: 1. What happens during cataract surgery? Ask a description from your doctor of the surgical procedure, including the techniques used, the type…

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