- ArthritisMedical conditions: Certain medical conditions can cause dry eye. These include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, thyroid disease, allergic eye disease, sarcoidosis, and vitamin A deficiency.
- Pediatric CareMany people fall into the category of only scheduling an eye exam if they are currently experiencing issues or if they need a new prescription. However, this is a mistake. There are so many benefits that come along with undergoing regular eye exams at Clinton Eye Associates. We are located in Clinton, CT, and offer both family and pediatrics services. request an appointment
- GlaucomaAt Clinton Eye Associates, our priority is to stay well-versed in research and information about eye conditions and improvements in eye care. We want to provide the latest information for our patients to better care for their vision and themselves. Our team at Clinton Eye Associates has been serving the Clinton community for 31 years. Dr. Ostrom guides his patients through a wide range of eye care issues and conditions. One of the conditions we look for and treat is glaucoma. request an appointment
- Macular DegenerationDry macular degeneration is the most common form of this condition. The retina becomes damaged over time, leading to a condition that progresses slowly. The results can be devastating, leaving you without vision in the center portion of your eyesight. Those with dry macular degeneration only see out of their periphery, which impairs their ability to participate in basic activities.
- Laser Eye SurgeryLASIK has grown in popularity over the years. It is one of the many options available to correct vision issues such as near-sightedness, far-sightedness, and astigmatism. Since it was first introduced, technology has advanced a lot to make it a relatively safe procedure. Read on to find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about LASIK. request an appointment
- CataractsBoth eye flashes and eye floaters occur as a result of the shrinking of the gel-like fluid in your eye. This is a natural process that occurs as a person ages, so for the most part, one should not express worry when they see it occur. You may even see eye floaters for example when you are very young. Eye flashes and eye floaters can occur for a variety of reasons; for example, nearsighted people may be more likely to experience them, while people with diabetes may also be more likely to experience them. They may also occur for those who underwent cataracts surgery, as well as people who have previously experienced an injury to the affected eye (such as swelling).
- Eye ExamKeratoconus is an eye health condition that affects the shape of your cornea. While most people have eyes that are round, keratoconus causes a cone-shaped eyeball. This occurs when the cornea begins to thin and bulge outward. While there isn’t a cure for this condition, it is important to manage it to preserve your vision and health. At Clinton Eye Associates, serving Clinton, CT, our optometrist will diagnose your condition with an eye exam provide you with ways to manage it. request an appointment
- Multiple SclerosisDuring a routine eye exam, certain medical conditions can be detected. There are even some instances where your eye doctor may catch a medical condition before you have even been diagnosed by your primary physician. Some of these conditions include high blood pressure, brain tumors, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis. You can improve your overall health by scheduling annual eye exams.
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- Thyroid
- Diabetic RetinopathyThe best and only way to detect and prevent eye diseases is by having frequent eye exams. Many serious eye diseases do not present early signs. This means that by the time you have been diagnosed, it will have been too late to reverse any damage to your vision. A few of the diseases that do not normally show any early warning signs are glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Vision loss can occur without a prompt diagnosis. Even though these diseases do not show any warning signs, they can show up during a routine eye exam which gives your eye doctor time to slow down the progression and prevent vision loss from occurring.
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