Ophthalmologist

Conditions Treated

• •Cataract — Clouding of the eye's natural lens causing blurry vision. The most common cause of treatable blindness in India.
• •Glaucoma — Increased eye pressure damaging the optic nerve, causing irreversible vision loss if untreated.
• •Diabetic Retinopathy — Damage to retinal blood vessels from diabetes — leading cause of blindness in working-age adults.
• •Dry Eye Disease — Insufficient tear production or poor tear quality causing eye discomfort. Very common with screen use.
• •Refractive Errors — Focusing problems — myopia (near-sightedness), hyperopia (far-sightedness), astigmatism, and presbyopia.

Health Tips

• •Follow the 20-20-20 rule for screen use
• •Wear UV-protective sunglasses outdoors
• •Get annual eye exams if you have diabetes
• •Don't rub your eyes
• •Eat leafy greens and fish for eye health
• •Take breaks from contact lens wear

How to Prepare for Your Visit

• •Bring your current glasses or contact lenses
• •Bring previous eye test reports and prescriptions
• •Arrange transportation — your eyes may be dilated during examination
• •List all medications including eye drops you currently use
• •Mention any changes in vision — even minor ones
• •Report screen time habits — hours per day and device types
• •Discuss any diabetes, hypertension, or autoimmune conditions
• •Ask about UV protection — sunglasses with UV filter are important
• •Wear sunglasses after dilation — your eyes will be light-sensitive for 4-6 hours
• •Use prescribed eye drops as directed — proper technique matters
• •Follow up as scheduled — don't skip follow-up appointments for chronic conditions
• •Report any sudden changes in vision immediately

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

• •Is my vision loss reversible?
• •Do I need surgery, or can this be managed with medication?
• •How often should I get my eyes checked?
• •Are my eye drops being used correctly?
• •Is screen time affecting my eyes?
• •Should I consider LASIK or lens replacement?

When to See a Specialist

An Ophthalmologist is a medical doctor specializing in eye diseases and surgery. Regular eye exams are recommended every 1-2 years after age 40.

• •Sudden vision loss or blurring in one or both eyes
• •Eye pain, redness, or swelling
• •Flashes of light or floating spots
• •Gradual vision decline or difficulty reading
• •Diabetic — annual eye screening needed
• •Family history of glaucoma or retinal disease
• •Eye injury or foreign body in eye
• •Watering, itching, or discharge from eyes

EMERGENCY: Sudden vision loss, chemical splash in eye, or penetrating eye injury — seek immediate emergency eye care.