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Kyle Oroku

Optometrist

Dr. Kyle Oroku is a top Optometrist in Hilo, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Kyle Oroku is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Kyle Oroku is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Kyle Oroku is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Hilo, HI, Dr. Kyle Oroku is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Kyle Oroku
  • Hilo, HI
  • Accepting new patients

Why are my eyes sore after contacts?

It could be a number of reasons. Some people overuse their contacts, wear them for longer than they should (long hours during the day >12-14 or wear the same lens for a few months READ MORE
It could be a number of reasons. Some people overuse their contacts, wear them for longer than they should (long hours during the day >12-14 or wear the same lens for a few months when they should be changed after 1 month). It could also be a lack of producing quality tears so the eye surface is too dry. It could also be the contact lenses themselves. Some contacts are more comfortable than others. It a perfect world all patients would use daily contact lenses.

Constant eye floaters--what's wrong?

FLoaters are the gel particles in the gel sack of the eye. Sometimes people get these as they get older. If you haven't had an eye exam in a while it may be time to make sure things READ MORE
FLoaters are the gel particles in the gel sack of the eye. Sometimes people get these as they get older. If you haven't had an eye exam in a while it may be time to make sure things are ok.

Why is my vision blurry only sometimes?

Some people have difficulty focusing at different distances. It could also be due to astigmatism, which is where the surface of your eye, the cornea is not round and smooth like READ MORE
Some people have difficulty focusing at different distances. It could also be due to astigmatism, which is where the surface of your eye, the cornea is not round and smooth like a ball. With astigmatism you can still see things but they may not be in focus/clear. If it has been a while it may be time to see an eye doctor to see why the vision is the way it is. When we are younger our eyes can compensate for a lot and as we get older it cannot do as much, which could also be why things bother you now when it did not in the past.
Depending on the condition that is causing this issue you may or may not be able to stop it. Sometimes it may be time to get a glasses prescription if that is what it takes.

What is the reason for double vision following an accident?

Depending on how bad an accident it could be a TBI or Traumatic Brain Injury. If it is that it could depend how much damage there was. If it is minor damage then the double vision READ MORE
Depending on how bad an accident it could be a TBI or Traumatic Brain Injury. If it is that it could depend how much damage there was. If it is minor damage then the double vision may be temporary. If the damage was bad it could be permanent double vision. Any type of double vision should be checked out by an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist.