Services offered in the Ophthalmology Department include:
- Comprehensive eye examinations using computerized instruments for precise measurements and visual capability assessments
- Color vision tests
- Eye examinations for prescription glasses
- Eye pressure measurements
- Retinal nerve examinations
- Diagnosis and treatment of abnormal eye muscle conditions
- Treatment of lazy eye and crossed eyes
- Treatment and surgery for strabismus and ptosis
- Treatment of eye conditions associated with diabetes
- Cataract surgery and placement of artificial lenses
- Laser surgery for diabetic patients with retinal edema or cloudy artificial lenses after cataract surgery
- Diagnosis and treatment of all types of eye infections
- Diagnosis and treatment of abnormal optic nerve conditions in premature infants
Symptoms that require consultation with an ophthalmologist:
The eyes are crucial organs for maintaining a normal and healthy life. Therefore, if you experience any eye-related issues, it is important not to ignore them. Even minor symptoms should prompt a consultation with an eye specialist, as early intervention can help preserve your vision and quality of life. Living with impaired vision can be distressing, so it is essential to seek expert care for your eyes.
Abnormal visual symptoms include:
- Seeing reflections or lights from certain angles
- Seeing light flashes or floaters
- Blurred vision or difficulty distinguishing colors
- Near-sightedness or difficulty seeing within a normal range
- Eye socket or headache pain
- Unexplained eye twitching
- Presence of a lump in the eye
- White spots in the dark area of the eye
- Redness, itchiness, or discharge from the eyes
- Eyelashes poking into the eye
- Dry eyes or reduced tear production
- Redness or inflammation of the eyelids
- Foreign objects in the eyes, such as chemicals, dirt, stones, or ice
- Eye problems associated with diabetes
- Premature birth with eye-related complications