Westend Eye Specialist -Opthalmologist

18/11/2024

Reasons to see an eye doctor

If you have any of the following eye problems, visit your Eye Specialist as soon as possible:

Decreased vision.
Draining or redness of the eye.
Eye pain.
Double vision.
Floaters (tiny specks that appear to float before your eyes).
Circles (halos) around lights.
Flashes of light.

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078 956 3230/0713892573

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23/09/2024

Eye Allergy

Jacaranda pollen is highly allergenic and can cause eye irritation, itchiness, redness, swelling, and other respiratory issues. The trees typically bloom in spring and summer, releasing massive amounts of pollen into the air. Eye allergy symptoms may include: Itchy, watery, or dry eyes, Redness and inflammation, Blurred vision and Sensitivity to light. If you have eye allergies and live near Jacaranda trees, consider taking precautions: Consult an eye care professional for personalized advice, Wear sunglasses or goggles when outdoors, keep windows and doors closed during peak pollen hours, use air purifiers.
Got eye allergies? Beware of blooming Jacaranda trees!
Symptoms include:
- Itchy eyes
- Redness
- Blurred vision
Remember to prioritize your eye health and take steps to minimize exposure to allergenic pollen!

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24/07/2024

Discover the benefits of clear sight with refractions and stylish spectacles. Say goodbye to squinting, headaches, and missed moments. Precise refractions and comfortable spectacles will enhance your daily life with crystal-clear vision, boost your confidence and self-esteem, improve your performance at work, school and play and expand your horizons with a wider field of vision.

Signs that you may need glasses include:
Frequent headaches, blurred vision, poor distance (nearsightedness), double vision, hard to see at night, eye strain, or fatigue, constant squinting, difficult with light adjustment and halos when you are around light.

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24/07/2024

03/04/2024

Computer Vision Syndrome

With high dependency of digital devices, Computer Vision Syndrome is becoming very common in both children and adults. Computer vision syndrome is a group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged use of digital screen. Many individuals experience eye discomfort and vision problems when viewing digital screens for extended periods. The level of discomfort appears to increase with the amount of digital screen use.

Symptoms Associated With CVS :

•Exhaustion of near vision muscles causing convergent Squint or esotropia
•Dryness in eyes (Dry Eyes Syndrome)
•Myopa (Short Sightedness)
•Eyestrain.
•Headaches.
•Blurred vision.
These symptoms may occur due to:
•Poor lighting.
•Glare on a digital screen.
•Improper viewing distances.
•Poor seating posture.
•Uncorrected vision problems.
•A combination of these factors.
Digital Eye Strain or Computer vision syndrome can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination.

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13/03/2024

Pink eye (conjunctivitis)

Pink eye is an inflammation (redness) of the conjunctiva, the clear tissue that lines the inside surface of your eyelid and outer coating of your eye. This tissue helps keep your eyelid and eyeball moist. You can get pink eye from viruses, bacteria, allergens and other causes.

The medical name for pink eye is conjunctivitis. You can get pink eye in one or both eyes.

Symptoms of pink eye include:

Redness in the white of your eye or inner eyelid.
Increased tearing.
Thick yellow discharge that crusts over your eyelashes, especially after sleep.
Green or white discharge from your eye.
Gritty feeling in one or both eyes.
Itchy eyes (especially in pink eye caused by allergies).
Burning eyes (especially in pink eye caused by chemicals and irritants).
Blurred vision.
Increased sensitivity to light.
Swollen eyelids.

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08/02/2024

Diplopia (Double Vision)

Diplopia Is The Perception Of Seeing Two Images Of A Single Object When You Are Looking At It. The Images Are Seen Adjoining One another (Horizontally, Vertically Or Obliquely).

Other Symptoms Include:
•Blurred Vision
•Dizziness
•Nausea
•Headache
•Eye Weakness
•Droopy Eyelids
•Pain When You Move Your Eyes
•Pain Around Your Eyes

Double vision is usually a temporary issue, but it can also be a sign of more serious health conditions. Even if it’s caused by something as simple as needing new glasses, it’s important to get your eyes examined by your healthcare provider right away if you start seeing double.

There are many possible causes of diplopia. The most common causes include:
•Monocular diplopia
•Cataracts.
•Astigmatism.
•Dry eye syndrome.
•Ill-fitting glasses or contact lenses.
•Binocular diplopia
•Misaligned eyes.
•Strokes

Prevention
There are no ways to specifically prevent experiencing double vision, but taking good care of your eyes is the best way to catch issues before they cause you pain or other symptoms.

•Do Not Smoke
•Give Your Eyes A Break From Looking At Electronic Screens Throughout The Day.
•Wear Appropriate Protective Glasses Or Goggles For All Of Your Work, Sports Or Other Activities.
•Seeing Your Healthcare Provider Regularly

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0713892573/078 956 3230

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29/01/2024

Clear Vision Is One Of The Key Ingredients to Unlocking Academic and Athletic Success

A strong correlation exists between a child's visual health and their performance in the classroom, as a significant portion of the learning process is visual-based.

Any vision problems can have a significant impact on your child's education. So give your child the gift of a bright future by ensuring annual routine eye exams to detect any early issues

Clear vision is the cornerstone of effective learning,

Services Include But Not Limited To:

•Birth Defects
•Paediatric Cataracts
•Eye Infections
•Genetic Eye Disorders
•Retinal Abnormalities
•Refractive Errors
•Inflammation
•Amblyopia
•Strabismus
•Spectacles And Refractions
•Surgical Evaluations
•Seasonal Allergies (Jacaranda etc)

For Booking And Enquiry Contact Us:
📲 :0789 563 230/0774 207 181

22/01/2024

Cataract Surgery

Did You Know? Cataracts Are Irreversible Without Surgery

Cataract Is a clouding of the normally clear lens in the eye. This blocks the light from reaching the Retina and causes unclear vision. As the Cataract progresses, it causes hazy vision and may interfere with your daily activities

Some Common 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

Some Common Factors that increase your risk of cataracts include:

•Increasing age
•Diabetes
•Excessive exposure to sunlight
•Smoking
•Obesity
•High blood pressure
•Previous eye injury or inflammation
•Prolonged use of corticosteroid medications
•Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol

For Booking And Enquiry:
📲 : 0789 563 230 / 0713 892 573

19/01/2024

For all your Eye Care Needs.

Our Services include but not limited:
*Eye Test
*Consultation
*Cataract Surgery
*Glaucoma Treatment
*Spectacles
*Refraction
*Paediatric Eye Services

For Bookings contact us on:
📱 +263 789 563 230