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Lawrence M. Jacobson
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Lawrence Jacobson is an ophthalmologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Jacobson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Jacobson can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Jacobson can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Lawrence M. Jacobson
- New York, NY
- Accepting new patients
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Red dots on my eye?
Without a picture, I cannot say.
Seeing random balls of light?
This may be a ocular migraine related to low blood pressure. Drink more water and a multivitamin watch the caffeine intake.
Where to get glasses?
Don’t wear them. If you must get a pair of sunglasses. If you just must have them Go to Costco or Warby Parker.
Is it my eyes or my brain?
This is not ophthalmic it’s is neurological in the nature of a migraine. I don’t have a good remedy. You could try L Arginine 500 mg three times a day. It is a vitamin. It helps READ MORE
This is not ophthalmic it’s is neurological in the nature of a migraine. I don’t have a good remedy. You could try L Arginine 500 mg three times a day. It is a vitamin. It helps circulation. You need to go to a neurologist who deals with migraines.

When should I worry about vision changes?
Usually around 45. Don’t worry it will happen anyway.
Can blurred vision be cured?
Depends on why you have blurred vision. If it doesn’t come from a prescription problem, yes ,or from elevated blood sugar, yes, often it can. Other causes can be less simple dry READ MORE
Depends on why you have blurred vision. If it doesn’t come from a prescription problem, yes ,or from elevated blood sugar, yes, often it can. Other causes can be less simple dry eyes, which are a common problem that can be treated.
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What causes blurry vision after swimming?
The eye often gets some chlorine, which changes the physiology of the eye, which makes it essentially dry and blurry.
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A drop of raw chicken juice in my eye?
You need to take an antibiotic drop or go see an ophthalmologist.
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Can you get an infection from wearing contacts?
Absolutely.
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How long does it take to completely heal from cataract surgery?
6 weeks, in general. Most people are mostly healed within the first two-three weeks.
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Do I have an eating disorder?
Yes, this is a bulimia and is related to body dysmorphia as well as control and anger issues.
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Swollen eyelid?
This may be an allergic reaction to the pillow or the sheets cleaning product or feathers in the pillow. Hard to say exact cause of allergies. Switch up the laundry cleaner to READ MORE
This may be an allergic reaction to the pillow or the sheets cleaning product or feathers in the pillow. Hard to say exact cause of allergies. Switch up the laundry cleaner to dreft. See if it works or use a hypoallergenic pillow
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Dr. LMJ

Can you read and watch TV after cataract surgery?
Yes, unless your eye hurts when watching TV, then reduce the amount of time.
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How do I know when I need cataract surgery?
When you can’t do what you like what or need to do with or without glasses.
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Signs of bulging eyes?
It does not be look like bulging eyes or Graves’ disease.
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How often should I use lubricant eye drops after Lasik?
You can use the preservative-free drops every hour if needed. If you don’t feel dry, you can use them as desired. You don’t have to use them if your eye is not dry.
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What is the best eye drops for tired eyes?
Refresh eye drops
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What could it be?
Viral sinus infection or bad allergies.
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How do you treat eye discharge in babies?
-Nasal lacrimal
-Duct massage to open drainage system in eye
-Antibiotic eye drops
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-Duct massage to open drainage system in eye
-Antibiotic eye drops
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What is the best natural eye lubricant?
Castor oil
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