Dr. James Schweiger

Treating an eye infection typically involves the repeated use of doctor-prescribed antibiotic eye drops. If you notice symptoms such as persistent redness, swollen eyes, blurred vision, pain, discomfort, or a white, yellow, or green discharge, it’s crucial to seek prompt care from an eye care professional. Eye infections may require different treatments based on their underlying cause. Seeking early treatment is essential to prevent the condition from worsening and to avoid potentially sight-threatening complications.

Yes! LASIK and other vision corrective eye surgeries may be effective, long lasting treatments for myopia or nearsightedness. Many patients are able to reduce and/or avoid using additional vision correction for distance after this procedure.

New or sudden eye discharge can have various causes, such as allergies, infections, or injuries. Scheduling an exam with an eye care professional is essential to identify the cause and ensure proper treatment.

The American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends annual comprehensive eye exams for adults to maintain optimal eye health. After age 65, yearly exams become even more critical due to the increased risk of age-related vision problems. For children, the AOA suggests scheduling the first exam at six months of age, with follow-up exams at age 3, between ages 5 and 6, and then every 1-2 years thereafter.

Myopia, or near-sightedness, often worsens as the eye grows longer from front to back during development. This excessive elongation can severely blur vision and increase the risk of serious eye conditions, such as retinal tears or scarring. When young children are diagnosed with myopia, it’s important to have a thorough discussion with their parents about the various treatment options available to slow its progression and reduce the risk of long-term complications.

Promising treatments include the daily use of low-dose atropine eye drops or distance-center multifocal contact lenses. Another effective option is orthokeratology, where specialized rigid lenses are worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea. This not only slows myopia progression but also offers temporary vision correction, reducing the need for daytime glasses.

Regular visits throughout the year are essential for carefully monitoring vision changes in young patients and fine-tuning treatments to achieve the best possible outcomes.

A dilated eye exam uses special drops to temporarily widen the pupil, enabling your eye doctor to examine the retina, optic nerve, and other internal eye structures for signs of disease or damage. Since dilation may cause temporary blurred vision, glare, and light sensitivity, bringing sunglasses and arranging a driver are recommended.