The world as we know it, has changed over the last few weeks. It is only natural that so will your interaction with your glaucoma doctor. Some of these changes will be uncomfortable, some expensive, and some painful. All of these changes, without doubt, will make sure you are safer than ever before. So here is what you need to know about your glaucoma consult in the Covid 19 era.
Category: Knowledge Series
New Bimatoprost Implant
The USFDA has just approved the new bimatoprost implant (Durysta, by Allergan), for patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension . This new biodegradable implant provides sustained drug release, and is placed in the anterior chamber of the eye.
Why Do I Need a Visual Field Test?
The visual field test is done to determine your peripheral vision, or side vision and is required to diagnose, and monitor glaucoma over time.
Stye
A stye is a red, painful lump at the base of your eyelash, or sometimes, under the lid. Stye is usually caused by a bacterial infection.
Multifocal Lenses
Multifocal lenses can correct for all distances following cataract surgery. This means you do not need glasses for far, intermediate or near distances.