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Glaucoma Management
- The optic nerve carries the visual signal that the eye
creates to the brain. Glaucoma is a disease in which the
optic nerve is damaged. This, in turn, leads to an insidious
loss of vision. Prompt detection and management of glaucoma
is crucial in preventing damage. Outstanding therapies for
this disease include: eye drops, laser and incisional surgeries.
Diabetic Retinopathy - Those
with diabetes are at risk of associated retinal problems
such as: diabetic retinopathy, macular edema and ischemia,
ocular hemorrhage and retinal detachment. Routine monitoring
is crucial to the early detection and optimal management
of these conditions.
Macular Degeneration - The macula is the central region
of the retina. It is responsible for generating the image
in the eye, analogous to the film in a camera. Macular degeneration
damages the retina and impairs vision. Appropriate monitoring
and therapy are useful in optimizing visual outcomes in
this condition.
Dry Eye Syndrome - This common disorder manifests
with symptoms of ocular irritation and blurred vision. Great
improvement in comfort will result from optimal intervention
including: conventional lubrication, therapy with "Restasis",
and punctal closure.
Uveitis - Uveitis is a condition of ocular inflammation.
Its symptoms include light sensitivity, pain, blurred vision
and redness of the eye. Its causes include infection or
inflammatory conditions elsewhere in the body, such as arthritis.
Often the cause of uveitis remains enigmatic. Prompt and
appropriate therapy for uveitis is essential to minimize
damage to vision and assure a fast recovery. |