Detecting Eye Diseases Early
Many vision-threatening eye diseases can develop with little to no noticeable symptoms. However, many of these conditions can be managed with treatment methods to prevent or reduce vision loss, particularly when they are caught and treated early.
The most effective way to monitor and detect eye diseases is through routine screenings. During your comprehensive eye exam, we check for early signs of common eye diseases. By scheduling at least one eye exam per year, we can monitor your eye health and detect signs of eye disease before you experience visual symptoms.
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Our Diagnostic Eye Care Technology
We use innovative diagnostic technology to monitor your eye health. We use digital retinal imaging to produce high-resolution images that enable us to assess the health of your retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue that lines the inside of your eye.
We also use optical coherence tomography, or OCT scans, which use light waves to map the layers of your retina. This allows us to track and measure the thickness of these layers and detect early signs of disease.
As well, we will check your internal eye pressure and assess your visual field, which is the entire area that your eyes can see while fixed on a central point (your peripheral vision).
Eye Diseases We Manage
We monitor and manage a variety of eye conditions that affect the health of your eyes and your vision. Among these conditions are glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, keratoconus, and conjunctivitis. We also screen for systemic diseases, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease, which can cause ocular symptoms that appear during an eye exam.
We assess the health of your eye, measure your visual field, and check your eye pressure during each exam, not only to screen for eye disease, but also to develop a healthy baseline to measure against in the future.
Learn more about some of the eye diseases we manage below.
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions thatdamagedamange to the optic nerve. The most common type of glaucoma is a progressive disease, which develops and worsens slowly and painlessly. Individuals with glaucoma can go years without knowing they have the disease until they experience permanent vision loss in advanced stages.
Regular eye exams can screen for signs of glaucoma before these visual impacts occur. People with glaucoma may experience increased pressure in the eye, a slow, subtle loss of peripheral vision, and damage to the optic nerve.
Macular degeneration is caused by the deterioration of the macula, which is the part of the retina responsible for your central vision and most of your color vision. Blurred vision is one of the key symptoms of macular degeneration, and eventually it can cause loss of central vision.
Although there is no cure, treatment can help. We help you manage your condition to minimize its effect on your vision.
Cataracts occur when the usually clear lens of your eye becomes cloudy. They can be the result of the natural aging process or occur due to trauma, UV damage, or family history. Cataracts do not grow; they are a result of changes to the internal structure of the lens.
When the lens becomes cloudy, it can affect vision and cause glare. Cataracts can be managed with corrective lenses, unless they are interfering with your vision. If cataracts are preventing you from participating in daily life, we can discuss options for cataract surgery.
We recommend wearing UV protection whenever you’re outdoors to reduce the risk of developing certain forms of cataracts.
Keratoconus is a condition in which the normally round cornea, which is the clear front part of the eye, thins and bulges out into a cone-like shape. Symptoms of keratoconus include blurred vision, light sensitivity, and difficulty driving at night.
Symptoms of keratoconus typically begin in late teens and early 20s, but can develop at any time. Usually, the condition stabilizes, and we can correct your vision using specialty lenses such as scleral contact lenses.
Also known as “pink eye,” conjunctivitis is a generic term for when the eye is irritated and red, and can be extremely contagious. It can be caused by a bacterial or viral infection or as a result of allergies (a noncontagious form).
Bacterial pink eye needs treatment with antibiotic eye drops or ointment. It is important to give us a call if you think you have conjunctivitis, as an accurate diagnosis allows you to get the treatment you need.
Flashes of light or floaters in your vision can indicate changes to the vitreous gel inside your eye. While often harmless, they can also signal serious conditions, which can potentially cause vision loss, such as retinal detachment.
If you notice an increase in floaters or other changes to your vision, please contact us immediately to help identify the cause and prevent potential damage to your eyes and vision.
Dry Eye Diagnosis
Dry eye is a group of eye conditions caused by a disruption to your tear film. It occurs when the eyes cannot produce enough tears or produce poor-quality tears that evaporate too quickly. Symptoms of dry eye include redness, excessive tearing, mucous discharge, irritation, or the persistent feeling of something in your eye.
Dry eye can sometimes be confused with other conditions, such as allergies and infections. Wearing contact lenses, taking certain medications, hormones, systemic health conditions, and environmental causes can lead to dry eye or exacerbate an existing condition.
Dry eye has a variety of causes, so diagnosis is the first step to provide relief. Depending on the cause of your symptoms, we can recommend a number of specialty dry eye treatments that get to the root cause of your symptoms for long-term results.
Early Detection Prevents Vision Loss
We monitor your eyes carefully during each comprehensive eye exam. Even if you do not have visual symptoms, we’ll help you keep a close watch on your eye health to prevent future concerns from developing unnoticed.
Whether you are looking for help monitoring an existing eye condition or just want to take a proactive approach to your eye health, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Book your eye exam with Bellaire Family Eye Care today.
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We’re located at 5001 Bissonnet Street, between South Rice and North 3rd Avenues.
Free parking is available in the lot below the building.
Our Address
- 5001 Bissonnet St #107
- Bellaire, TX 77401
Contact Information
- Phone: 713-664-8087
- Email: appointments@bfeye.com
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