
Below is a brief description of the various eye conditions that we often see in our office at Desert Eye Clinic
There are many different types of eye conditions that could be affecting your vision and could even cause long-term consequences. If you think you or someone you know may have any of these please contact Desert Eye Clinic for an appointment and recommendations.
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
Amblyopia is commonly known as lazy eye. Amblyopia is a loss or lack of vision, usually in one eye, caused by conditions that affect the normal development of vision. Lazy eye needs to be diagnosed between birth and early school age. It is during these early years that the brain may choose to not develop the weaker eye permanently. Lazy eye is not always easy to detect. A child with a lazy eye doesn’t necessarily have an eye that looks lazy. It’s important to bring children in for a comprehensive eye exam by the age of 1 and sooner if there is a family history of any eye condition or disease. If you think your child might be having vision issues please contact Desert Eye Clinic to set up your child’s first eye exam. We would love to take care of your kids! We will try hard to make it an enjoyable experience for you and them
Computer Vision Syndrome
Computer Vision Syndrome is often associated with a stiff neck, watery eyes, stiff shoulder, and a headache while working at a computer. These symptoms are typically due to improper posture, dry eyes, poorly corrected vision, and eye muscle coordination. Most computer monitors sit about 20-26 inches away from your eyes. Your regular glasses might not be the best option for computer use. This distance is considered an intermediate distance. It’s further away than what you need for reading but closer than what you need for driving. Special computer lenses make a much larger intermediate viewing area for you to work at your desk and computer. Desert Eye Clinic can help you determine if these specialty lenses are a good fit for you and your lifestyle.
Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry Eye Syndrome refers to the amount of tear and the quality of tears that you have every time you blink. Tears help to moisten, clean and protect our eyes, washing away unwanted dust and other microorganisms. If this protective coating isn’t working to its full potential your eyes can feel gritty and uncomfortable. You may even feel a burning sensation or be sensitive to light. In some cases, vision can become blurry and out of focus. If you think you have dry eye syndrome, call Desert Eye Clinic. We have tests and treatments that we can perform to help.
Strabismus
Strabismus is when the eyes are not aligned causing the eyes to look cross–eyed. This commonly occurs when some of the muscles in the eye are not properly working together to keep the eyes aligned. Strabismus is usually diagnosed during the childhood years and affects around 4 percent of children. There is no prevention available, although if treated early it’s complications can be avoided. If you notice any symptoms please contact Desert Eye Clinic to schedule an exam. Desert Eye Clinic has the equipment and knowledgeable experience necessary to diagnose the eye conditions listed above. Please contact our office to schedule an appointment and we will be in touch soon!