Ocular Disease Management
Don\'t Let Ocular Diseases & Disorders Affect Your Vision
Ocular diseases and disorders can affect anyone, regardless of hereditary predisposition, age, vision history, or family medical history. If left untreated or undiagnosed, most ocular diseases can negatively affect your vision and, in severe cases, cause irreversible blindness. Our team of extensively trained ophthalmologists is here to provide the highest standard of comprehensive vision care.
Comprehensive Care for Your Eye Health
By learning about common ocular diseases and disorders—including who is at risk and common symptoms—you can work with your eye doctor to safeguard your vision from the damages and effects of these diseases.
If you have been diagnosed with an ocular disease or disorder, or have concerns about the health of your vision, our team is here to provide expert diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
Common Diseases & Disorders
We diagnose and manage a comprehensive range of ocular conditions
Cataracts
A natural part of the aging process where the clear lens in your eye becomes clouded, making vision appear foggy. As cataracts progress, they can significantly impact vision and require surgery.
Dry Eye
Occurs when your eye's natural tears are unable to provide adequate moisture. This can cause discomfort, redness, and inflammation. We offer easy, in-office treatments that provide long-lasting relief.
Glaucoma
A disease that damages the optic nerve, potentially causing vision loss and blindness. Glaucoma is hereditary and more common among African Americans and Hispanics. Early detection is critical.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Progressive damage to the blood vessels of the retina in patients with diabetes. It's the leading cause of blindness in American adults, making regular eye exams essential for diabetic patients.
Macular Degeneration
Age-related deterioration of the macula, the central portion of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. Early detection can help preserve vision and slow progression.
Refractive Errors
Common vision problems including nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. Most can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.
6 Types of Refractive Errors
Refractive errors are some of the most common ocular disorders. Most can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or vision correction surgery.
Nearsightedness (Myopia)
Occurs when the cornea is too steep or the eyeball is too long. Images of distant objects are blurred, but close objects are clear.
Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
Results when the cornea is too flat or the eyeball is too short, causing near objects to appear blurred. Some farsighted people cannot focus on distant or near objects.
Astigmatism
Occurs when the curvature of the cornea is uneven and is shaped more like a football than a baseball. This creates multiple focal points, making it difficult to focus clearly.
Presbyopia
A natural result of the aging process that begins around age 40. The eye's natural lens loses elasticity, making near objects appear blurry and reading increasingly difficult.
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
A condition where one eye no longer functions properly. The eye itself looks normal but is not being used by the brain. Common vision impairment among children.
Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)
Results in an imbalance in the positioning of your eyes. One eye can cross in or turn out, causing the eyes to look in different directions and unable to focus together.
How to Detect an Ocular Disease
The best way to determine if you are at risk of developing an ocular disease is by seeing your eye doctor on a regular basis. However, here are some common vision problems to be aware of that may be a sign of eye disease:
Blurred Vision
Could be an early sign of cataracts, macular degeneration, corneal disease, diabetic retinopathy, or changes to your refractive error.
Eye Pain
Prolonged or severe eye pain can indicate glaucoma, optic neuritis, iritis, or corneal abrasion. Sudden changes in vision with pain require immediate attention.
Extremely Dry or Watery Eyes
Changes to natural eye lubrication can signal corneal issues or dry eye disease. While drops may provide temporary relief, professional diagnosis is essential.
The Importance of Regular Eye Exams
Many ocular diseases develop gradually with few or no symptoms in the early stages. By the time you notice vision changes, significant damage may have already occurred.
Regular comprehensive eye exams allow our doctors to detect diseases early, when treatment is most effective. We can determine if you are at risk of developing hereditary eye diseases and detect conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy before they cause permanent vision loss.
