Eye conditions and treatments
As human beings, our eyes are susceptible to various diseases and conditions. We know that every eye and every condition is unique. Therefore, we take a very precise approach to treating your condition in the way that is best suited to you. Our complementary team, where every doctor is specialised in a sub-segment of ophthalmology, can treat the following eye conditions with personalised care:
Reduction of vision
Deteriorating vision is something that affects many people. Your near or far vision can get worse and/or images can appear slightly distorted. We will determine the cause and the appropriate treatment for you. Common forms of vision impairment include:
- Nearsightedness - You see objects that are nearby clearly, but distant objects are blurred.
- Farsightedness - You see distant objects better than objects nearby.
- Cylindrical divergence or astigmatism - Distortion of the image.
- Presbyopia - From the age of 45, reading becomes more difficult, because the lens of your eye loses some of its elasticity or accommodation power.
Cataract
A foggy or blurred vision, as well as a rapid worsening of your glasses prescription can be a sign that the lens of your eye has become cloudy. During an operation, we replace your cloudy lens with a clear artificial lens.
Elevated ocular pressure
and glaucoma
High pressure in your eyes can affect the nerve fibres in your eyes and gradually reduce your vision. After the age of 45, it is a good idea to have your eye pressure tested regularly, as a slightly elevated pressure is not something you can feel.
Dry eyes and
tear duct disorders
If you suffer from dry or watering eyes, we will determine whether your eyes produce enough fluid and/or whether your tear ducts still work properly.
Conditions affecting the retina and vitreous humour
Our retina specialist takes charge of treating conditions affecting the retina and vitreous, such as:
Sometimes these diseases of the retina have to be treated via an operation on the retina, known as Vitrectomy.
Eyelid corrections
The natural ageing process can cause the eyelids to droop and this can cause problems such as pressure on the eyes, fatigue of the eyes or even a reduced field of vision.
Crossed eyes
or double vision
Divergence or convergence of your eyes (inward or outward, and sometimes upward or downward) or poor convergence of the eyes leads to distorted vision.
Conical cornea (Keratoconus or other)
The cornea of your eye is not only a protective layer yet it also takes care of the eye’s focusing power. In combination with the lens of the eye it responsible for the sharpness of your vision. If the cornea’s shape is irregular, you will not be able to focus clearly and your image quality will be reduced.
