Eye Disease Management in Albuquerque Westside and Los Alamos
We extend our commitment beyond routine eye care to include advanced diagnosis, eye disease treatment options, and management. Our team is equipped with the latest diagnostic technology, allowing us to offer comprehensive care tailored to those facing ocular health challenges.
Through a patient-centered approach, we focus on advanced care for chronic eye conditions, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.
Eye Diseases We Manage at Orbit Eyecare
Understanding and Managing Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that cause permanent optic nerve damage, often due to increased intraocular pressure. This damage can lead to vision loss or blindness if not properly managed in its early stages.
Our eye doctors will work closely with you to create a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and the stage of your glaucoma. This plan may include a combination of specialized drugs for glaucoma treatment, laser treatments, or surgical intervention to manage intraocular pressure and prevent vision loss.
Topical Treatments for Glaucoma Management
One common aspect of glaucoma management involves the use of topical treatments to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP). We utilize eye drops that enhance the drainage of aqueous humor (the fluid in the eye) to manage this condition. One common medication used is a beta blocker, which helps decrease aqueous humor production.
When developing a treatment plan, we carefully consider risk factors such as the type of glaucoma and overall eye health to manage potential side effects.
Personalized Diabetic Eye Care Plans
Patients with diabetes have unique eye care needs that require special attention. They may experience vision problems like blurriness, floaters, specks drifting through the field of vision, and difficulty seeing at night — which can indicate early diabetic retinopathy. This common eye problem causes the blood vessels in the eye to swell, leak, or even grow abnormally on the retina's surface.
Our personalized diabetic eye care plans include regular monitoring and tailored treatments to manage the effects of this medical condition. From lifestyle recommendations to oral medication prescriptions, we focus on maintaining your vision and overall eye health.
We offer guidance on diet, exercise, and medication adherence to empower you to maintain optimal blood sugar levels, reducing the risk and severity of diabetic eye conditions. Laser therapy or anti-VEGF injections also preserve your vision and prevent further damage.
Prescription Oral Medication for Eye Diseases
Prescribing oral medication can be a crucial component of managing various eye diseases. Our optometrists carefully evaluate each patient's condition to determine the most effective treatment options for eye diseases, considering both the benefits and potential risks of oral medications.
Oral medications can treat inflammation, infections, and other eye conditions that may not respond well to topical treatments. This includes oral medication for eye infections and diseases, providing a powerful tool in our treatment arsenal. By giving clear instructions and closely monitoring your response, our team ensures that these medications contribute effectively to your eye health and overall well-being.
Comprehensive Oral Steroid Solutions for Eye Care
Oral steroids manage inflammatory eye conditions. We carefully prescribe and monitor comprehensive oral steroid solutions for eye care to ensure the best possible outcomes for your eye health. These medications can be vital in reducing inflammation and preventing further damage, thereby maintaining the integrity of your vision.