Aging is often associated with eyesight problems, and older patients are at a greater risk of developing eye diseases. However, blindness at any age can often be avoided or treated through regular visits to an eye specialist. Regular eye exams are crucial for preventing vision impairment, as many eye diseases are detected in their earliest stages only through a thorough eye examination.
If you have a family history of eye diseases or other risk factors (such as age, health conditions, or lifestyle), more frequent exams are recommended.
Most Common Causes of Blindness and Visual Impairment:
Cataract
Cataract is the clouding of the natural lens of the eye. It develops slowly and can eventually interfere with vision. It is the most common cause of vision loss among elderly patients.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a condition that damages the optic nerve, which transmits information from the eye to the brain. Untreated glaucoma causes a shrinking of the visual field and can ultimately lead to blindness.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy refers to retinal damage caused by diabetes mellitus. This chronic and progressive disorder disrupts small blood vessels in the retina and can lead to vision loss. It is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide.
Comprehensive and State-of-the-Art Diagnostic and Laser Services at UERM Medical Center
UERM Medical Center, your trusted partner in vision care, introduces its new and improved Eye Center to better serve your needs in diagnosing and managing eye diseases. Our complete and best-value services include:
Cataract Diagnostic Tests
Glaucoma Diagnostic Tests
Retina Diagnostic Tests
Laser Treatments
Procedures
Applanation Tonometry
A-Scan
B-Scan
Fluorescein Angiography
Fundus Photo Graphs
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Pascal Laser
Visual Field Exam
Yag Laser
Optical Biometry, Specular Microscopy and AR-Keratometry
