EYE DISEASE DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT
KNOWLEDGE YOU CAN RELY ON
Keeping your eye health in check is crucial for preserving your vision. Regular, thorough eye exams help detect early signs of eye disease, especially since many conditions don’t show symptoms at first. Early detection is key to preventing permanent damage and maintaining long-term eye health.
AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in adults over 55 in North America. AMD affects central vision by damaging the macula, the central part of the retina. It's typically a result of aging and comes in two forms: dry and wet.
Dry AMD is the most common type and occurs when the central retinal tissues gradually deteriorate. As this happens, clumps of a protein called drusen form, which can block vision.
Wet AMD is less common but more severe. It occurs when blood vessels beneath the macula swell and leak, causing blood to spill into the gel-like substance inside the eye (called the vitreous), which results in dark spots in your vision.
GLAUCOMA
Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it typically has no symptoms in its early stages. By the time noticeable vision loss occurs, the damage may already be significant and irreversible, making glaucoma one of the leading causes of blindness in Canada.
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve. There are four main types:
- Primary open-angle glaucoma
- Angle-closure glaucoma
- Secondary glaucoma
- Normal-tension glaucoma
If glaucoma is detected early, treatment can often help control it and prevent further vision loss. To check for signs of eye disease, we perform a range of tests. One common test is tonometry, which measures the eye’s intraocular pressure, a key indicator of glaucoma.
OPTICAL COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY
OCT Scan: A Window Into Your Eye Health
An OCT scan is a non-invasive, painless test that provides detailed images of the layers of your retina, helping to detect early signs of eye conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. The OCT scan can reveal changes in your retina and optic nerve that may not be visible during a regular eye exam. By catching issues early, we can provide more effective treatments to protect your vision.
The OCT scan is included as part of our comprehensive eye exam. Ask us about scheduling your next appointment!
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