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Thursday, May 8, 2008

What types of eye drops will I need after LASIK surgery?

After LASIK, antibiotic and anti-inflammatory eye drops will need to be used for four to seven days after surgery as directed by Dr. Sandy T. Feldman. For a complimentary LASIK evaluation, contact us.

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Do your eyes feel scratchy after LASIK?

It is very common for your eyes feel scratchy after LASIK, especially in the first few hours. Dr. Sandy T. Feldman recommends taking a nap after the surgery to rest your eyes. It is also important to use your post-operative eye drops as instructed. For a complimentary LASIK evaluation, contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center.

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What if I have dry eyes after LASIK?

After LASIK or PRK surgery, your eyes may be dry. Dry eyes are a temporary complication which can be treated with lubricating eye drops or sometimes with inserts or “plugs”. Dry eyes usually clear up within a few months after your procedure. The key to treating dry eyes is to lubricate often, usually several times a day.

Contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for a complimentary LASIK evaluation.

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Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Can patients with dry eyes have LASIK?

Patients with chronic dry eyes can have LASIK surgery; although each patient's eyes must be considered individually. Twelve million people have dryness naturally; however, it is important to note that LASIK can make dryness temporarily worse. The good news is that we have many ways of treating dry eyes! Contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for more information on LASIK surgery.

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Monovision, the solution for old eyes

While LASIK results are stable, our eyes change as we age and lose the ability to see up close. This is known as presbyopia and causes most of us with perfect vision in our 40’s to have difficulty seeing the menu in dimly lit restaurants or putting on make up. A solution might be laser vision correction with monovision.

With monovision, Dr. Sandy T. Feldman treats the dominant eye for distance and the nondominant for reading. While this sounds odd to most people, it is a great option for those of us with “old” eyes. During the consultation at ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center, Dr. Feldman will determine if you are good candidate for this procedure.

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Diabetes-Glaucoma Link?

Recent medical reports have indicated that diabetes may lead to glaucoma in addition to diabetic retinopathy. A recent study in “Ophthalmology” found that women with diabetes have about a 70% increased risk of developing the most common form of glaucoma (open angle glaucoma) compared to women who do not have the disease.

Currently, open angle glaucoma affects approximately 2 million people in the United States and is one of the leading causes of blindness. However, to date, the evidence is not conclusive.

Glaucoma occurs when there’s a gradual increase in the normal fluid pressure inside the eyes. Glaucoma causes damage to the optic nerve which can result in vision loss and eventual blindness. Approximately 50 million Americans are at risk for vision loss from glaucoma.

One way that diabetes can possibly cause glaucoma is by causing elevation in pressure within the eye. Also, diabetes could increase the susceptibility of the optic nerve to damage.

To learn more about how diabetes can affect vision or to learn more about LASIK, please contact Clearview Eye and Laser Medical Center in San Diego today.

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Tuesday, May 6, 2008

What is astigmatism of the eye?

When the cornea or front surface of the eye is an oval shape instead of the normal round shape it is known as astigmatism. This condition causes blurry, ghosting and double vision. Astigmatism can be treated with laser vision correction.

Contact ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center for more information on laser vision correction and astigmatism.

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Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S. :: ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
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