After glaucoma eye surgery, many patients are concerned about whether or not they will be able to return to contact lenses. In many cases, it is possible. The specifics depend on the procedure, how the eye heals, and how a lens interacts with the surgical site. First, your surgeon clears the eye to wear contacts […]
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Glaucoma eye surgery lowers intraocular pressure (IOP), but the choices you make afterward determine how well that pressure stays under control. Partnering closely with glaucoma specialists helps you set realistic milestones and catch minor issues early. Patients who blend sensible habits with modern operations often rely on fewer drops, maintain clearer vision longer, and avoid […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Jitendra Swarup, M.D. The field of ophthalmology has made breakthroughs with the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) from RxSight, changing the nature of post-cataract-surgery vision correction. Albemarle Eye Center (AEC) is now among the first practices in Washington, North Carolina, to offer this technology, and on April 24 Dr. Jitendra Swarup performed AEC’s inaugural […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Peter V. Mitrev, M.D Every January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, the best time to educate ourselves about this serious eye condition and the types of glaucoma eye surgery. Glaucoma is characterized by the degeneration of retinal ganglion cells and is the most common cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. While increased intraocular pressure […]
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Living with glaucoma doesn’t mean the end of a productive work life. Advances in treatment, technology, and understanding of the disease allow individuals with glaucoma to maintain full and healthy lives. In this complete Workplace Eye Wellness Month guide, Albemarle Eye Center, which serves North Carolina‘s Edenton, Elizabeth City, Kinston, Washington, and Kitty Hawk locations, […]
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Open-angle glaucoma is a primary variation of glaucoma. This condition, marked by increased intraocular pressure, can gradually cause irreversible damage to the optic nerve, causing significant vision loss if left untreated. Fortunately, thanks to the advancements in ophthalmic medicine, effective solutions are available. One of these is laser open-angle glaucoma eye surgery, a procedure performed […]
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Without regular comprehensive eye exams, serious eye conditions can develop and silently steal your sight. Unfortunately, once the damage is done, it cannot be undone for some conditions—but in many cases, future damage can be slowed or stopped. Glaucoma is one of these conditions, and surgery is one option to prevent further damage. Understanding Glaucoma […]
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Glaucoma is a chronic eye disease. It can also cause blindness. It entails progressive deterioration of the optic nerve. The nerves send visual messages from the eye’s retina to the brain. Glaucoma is mainly caused by increased pressure inside the eye, intraocular pressure, or IOP. The increased pressure causes damage to the optic nerve. There […]
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