Conditions Treated

If you're like most people, you probably don't give much thought to your optometrist until you need one. But these vital eye care professionals play a crucial role in maintaining our vision and overall eye health. Eye and Contact Lens Center optometrists are specially trained to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions that can affect your eyesight. Here are some of the most common conditions that optometrists treat:

Refractive Errors

The most common reason people visit an optometrist is for a refractive error. This is an error in how the eye focuses light, which can cause blurred vision. There are three main types of refractive errors:

  • Hyperopia is when you can see things far away but not up close
  • Astigmatism is when the eye isn't perfectly round, which causes blurry vision at all distances
  • Myopia is when you can see things up close but not far away

Refractive errors are usually treated with glasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery. A professional optometrist will know the best solution for you.

Eye Diseases

Optometrists are also trained to diagnose and treat various eye diseases. Some common eye diseases include:

  • Glaucoma is a disease that damages the optic nerve, which can lead to vision loss.
  • Cataracts are a clouding of the eye's lens, which can cause blurred vision.
  • Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a deterioration of the macula, which is the center of the retina. This can cause vision loss.

Eye diseases often have no symptoms in the early stages, so it's important to get a regular eye exam. Treatment for eye diseases may include medications, surgery, or lifestyle changes.

Eye Injuries

Optometrists also treat eye injuries. Common eye injuries include:

  • Corneal abrasions or scratches on the cornea (the clear outer layer of the eye)
  • Foreign bodies in the eye, such as dust or sand particles
  • Blowouts or ruptured blood vessels in the eye

Treatment for an eye injury may include artificial tears, antibiotics, and pain relief. In some cases, surgery may be necessary.

Vision Correction

In addition to treating eye conditions and injuries, optometrists also provide vision correction. This may include prescribing glasses or contact lenses or providing vision therapy. Vision therapy is a type of rehabilitation that helps improve visual skills and coordination. It's often used to treat amblyopia or lazy eye.

Visit Our Clinic in Kirkland, WA, for Comprehensive Eye Care

If you have any concerns about your eyesight, be sure to schedule an appointment with us at Eye and Contact Lens Center optometrists. We offer various services, including a comprehensive eye exam, eye care, contact lens fittings, and vision correction. Call us today at (425) 822-8204 for more information or to schedule an appointment with our eye doctor. 

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