Eye Checks in Neutral Bay

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

Amblyopia, or Lazy Eye, is a reduced vision, generally in only one eye. The condition usually results from poor eye coordination, from having a turned eye, or after having one eye, which requires a far greater lens power.

Diabetic retinopathy

The health of the retina is very dependent on a good blood supply to the eye. Diabetes compromises this circulation and can cause serious damage to the retina.

Focusing ability (Presbyopia)

Presbyopia is a gradual loss in the focusing ability (accommodation) of the eye and is part of the normal vision changes we all experience as we age. This condition is caused by a natural hardening of the eye lens so that by the early 40s, it does not respond as well to the muscles intended to change the focus of the eye.

Cataracts

A cataract is an opacity or clouding of the lens inside the eye that distorts the light as it enters. Cataracts are often confused with pterygium, but cataracts cannot be seen on the surface of the eye. Cataract symptoms may include a gradual painless decrease in clear vision, hazy vision, increased sensitivity to glare, and even double vision.

Eye Health

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a disease where the pressure within the eye typically increases (although not always). This can damage parts of the eye and, if left untreated, may result in blindness. Many times, the symptoms are not noticeable until damage to the eye has already occurred. Diagnosis consists of having regular eye examinations, which include a pressure measurement (usually every 2 years for patients over 40), to enable early detection of possible problems.

Clearness of Vision

Eye Muscle Control

General physical health

Your physical health may increase the risk of age-related eye conditions and diabetic retinopathy.