Eye Diseases
Eye Diseases

Eye Exams for Midland & Odessa, TX

Cataracts

Your eye’s natural lens gradually becomes less clear as you get older. When opacities develop in the lens and the lens gets too hazy, vision will be impaired. Our office can diagnose and manage cataract care. When the cataract affects the vision to the extent that you cannot read or see objects in the distance comfortably, our doctor will recommend cataract surgery. We also co-manage with cataract specialists that are proven experts in cataract surgery to make your recovery and procedure much smoother. Cataract surgery can provide you with enhanced and increased vision.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma gradually destroys the optic nerve tissue in the back of the eye. The greatest danger of glaucoma stems from the fact that the disease is painless and has no obvious symptoms except for when significant damage has occurred. The most common cause is pressure that is too high inside the eye. Vascular disease and other diseases can cause glaucoma as well. Our doctor always monitors for glaucoma during routine eye examinations to catch anything as early as possible. Tests include checking the pressure of the eye, screening for peripheral vision defects, and analyzing the appearance of the optic nerve. If you are diagnosed with glaucoma, we typically prescribe medications that lower the eye pressure. Most forms of glaucoma are successfully treated with eye drops. Laser treatments and eye surgery are secondary treatments that offer alternative ways to treat more advanced glaucoma.

Diabetes

It is recommended for diabetic patients to receive a dilated retinal examination at least once per year. Laser treatments are proven to slow the progression of retinal eye disease for many patients. Diabetes often stimulates the growth of new blood vessels in the back of the eye, which ultimately leak and damage the retina. If this condition is discovered early on, laser treatment may damage these vessels. We use the latest instruments to identify changes in the back of the eye. If we discover an escalating diabetic eye disease that can be treated or needs further evaluation, we will refer you for consultation and further testing to a board certified retinal specialist.
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