Christopher Stock, MD Ophthalmology - Grandville

11/02/2021

From initial evaluation and treatment through weeks, months or years of follow up, you will receive care from the same doctor who understands your history, goals, progress, and concerns or questions that arise over time. Dr. Stock typically spends 20 to 40 minutes with each patient.
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10/29/2021

There are different types of cataracts. They’re classified based on where and how they develop in your eye.
Nuclear cataracts form in the middle of the lens and cause the nucleus, or the center, to become yellow or brown.
Cortical cataracts are wedge-shaped and form around the edges of the nucleus.
Posterior capsular cataracts form faster than the other two types and affect the back of the lens.
Congenital cataracts, which are present at birth or form during a baby’s first year, are less common than age-related cataracts.
Secondary cataracts are caused by disease or medications. Diseases that are linked with the development of cataracts include glaucoma and diabetes. The use of the steroid prednisone and other medications can sometimes lead to cataracts.
Traumatic cataracts develop after an injury to the eye, but it can take several years for this to happen.
Radiation cataracts can form after a person undergoes radiation treatment for cancer.
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10/27/2021

There are several underlying causes of cataracts. These include:
*an overproduction of oxidants, which are oxygen molecules that have been chemically altered due to normal daily life
*smoking
*ultraviolet radiation
*the long-term use of steroids and other medications
*certain diseases, such as diabetes
*trauma
*radiation therapy
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10/25/2021

A cataract is a dense, cloudy area that forms in the lens of the eye. A cataract begins when proteins in the eye form clumps that prevent the lens from sending clear images to the retina. The retina works by converting the light that comes through the lens into signals. It sends the signals to the optic nerve, which carries them to the brain.

It develops slowly and eventually interferes with your vision. You might end up with cataracts in both eyes, but they usually don’t form at the same time. Cataracts are common in older people. Over half of people in the United States have cataracts or have undergone cataract surgery by the time they’re 80 years old, according to the National Eye Institute.
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10/22/2021

Don´t worry. We got you Foreign body removal.
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10/20/2021

Iritis usually comes on quickly and most often affects only one eye.
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10/18/2021

Iritis is inflammation of your iris, the colored part of your eye. It’s also called anterior uveitis.
Your iris is made up of muscular fibers that control how much light enters your pupil, the opening in the center, so you can see clearly. It makes your pupil smaller in bright light and larger in dim light.
Iritis can cause serious problems, including vision loss. See your doctor as soon as possible if you have eye pain, redness, or blurry vision.
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10/16/2021

Parents consider this as an insignificant issue thinking it to be only a cosmetic blemish, but eye with the squint could also be having poor vision.
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10/15/2021

Signs that you need an eye check up!
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09/30/2021

Eyes are the most sensitive part of the human body. You should go for periodic eye checkups to maintain healthy vision. Eyelid changes and diseases of the eye surface are diagnosed as part of a complete examination.
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09/27/2021

Glaucoma is a condition that damages your eye's optic nerve. It gets worse over time. It's often linked to a buildup of pressure inside your eye. Glaucoma tends to run in families. You usually don’t get it until later in life.
The increased pressure in your eye, called intraocular pressure, can damage your optic nerve, which sends images to your brain. If the damage worsens, glaucoma can cause permanent vision loss or even total blindness within a few years.
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09/24/2021

Signs and symptoms of cataracts include:

*Clouded, blurred or dim vision
*Increasing difficulty with vision at night
*Sensitivity to light and glare
*Need for brighter light for reading and other activities
*Seeing "halos" around lights
*Frequent changes in eyeglass or contact lens prescription
*Fading or yellowing of colors
*Double vision in a single eye
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09/22/2021

From young children to senior citizens, Dr. Stock provides extensive eye examinations for you and your entire family. A complete examination of the eye can identify signs of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and other health problems.
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09/20/2021

When you say, "I have allergies," people expect to hear a sneeze. But your nose isn't the only part of your body that gets hit during an allergy attack. You can also experience red and swollen eyes as well as itchy ones! Sometimes symptoms are caused by everyday allergens like pollen or dust mites but other times they stem from feathers, pet dander, household products with fragrances in them etcetera.
With medication such eye drops or sprays for example-you'll be able to get relief fast before any major damage is done.
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09/17/2021

Some of the types of lenses available include:
*Fixed-focus monofocal. This type of lens has a single focus strength for distance vision. Reading will generally require the use of reading glasses.
*Accommodating-focus monofocal. Although these lenses only have a single focusing strength, they can respond to eye muscle movements and shift focus to near or distant objects.
*Multifocal. These lenses are similar to glasses with bifocal or progressive lenses. Different areas of the lens have different focusing strengths, allowing for near, medium and far vision.
*Astigmatism correction (toric). If you have a significant astigmatism, a toric lens can help correct your vision.
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09/16/2021

You may have dry eyes if your eyes are :
*Itchy
*Sore
*Gritty
*Red
*Blurry
*Sensitive to light
*More watery than normal
Many people get dry eyes. It´s not usually serious and there are things you can do to help.
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09/16/2021

A cataract is a condition in which the lens of the eye becomes progressively opaque, resulting in blurred vision, glare, or changes in the focusing of the eyes. Cataracts develop slowly in most patients, and the timing of surgery is up to the patient.
Cataracts can be monitored and vision corrected with glasses for months or sometimes years; however, when poor vision from cataracts begins to interfere with life activities, cataract surgery can improve vision in most cases. If you think you have cataracts, call us for an examination.
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09/16/2021