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Informationen zum Autor Clyde K. Kitchen , M.D., is a member of the Senior Active Staff of St. Jude Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, in Fullerton, California. He is an Ophthalmologist in practice for more than 44 years. Klappentext Written by a practicing ophthalmologist, this book explains the eye and how it develops and functions-or can malfunction, especially as we age-and what our options are to maximize or retain eye health. Dr. Kitchen also explains the many treatments and surgical options available, as well as myths and false beliefs or promises that are common in relation to eye health and treatments today. Dr. Kitchen describes time-tested, proven techniques, as well as new treatments and surgeries changing the nature of eye care, including refractive surgery options. He also explains common problems from red eye to macular degeneration, and spotlights beliefs and treatment claims that are uninformed or downright deceptive. His goal is to help Boomers and parents make well-informed decisions about eye care for themselves and their family members, and also to help aging consumers retain their visual health. Appendices include a glossary of eye and eye care terms. The topics addressed include eye anatomy, examinations, medications, treatments, and surgery. Conditions described range from dry eye to ocular migraines, lazy eye, cataracts, glaucoma, and eye cancer. Zusammenfassung Written by a practicing ophthalmologist, this book explains the eye and how it develops and functions—or can malfunction, especially as we age—and what our options are to maximize or retain eye health. Inhaltsverzeichnis Series Foreword by Julie Silver Acknowledgments Introduction Part I The Basics 1. Anatomy: Eye Structure and Function 2. Eye Development and Congenital Eye Problems Congenital Eye Problems 3. Vision Testing and Problem Treatment Use of Dilating Eye Drops Examination of the Eyes 4. Eye Glasses (Spectacles) and Contact Lenses Contact Lenses 5. Visual Acuity Part II Common Eye Problems 6. Everyday Maladies The Red Eye Foreign Body Sensation ("Something in the Eye") Herpetic Ocular Disease Lacrimal Disorders Spots in Vision Lumps and Bumps of the Eyes Eyelid Disorders Itchy Eyes 7. Strabismus (Cross-Eyed and Wall-Eyed) Part III Age-Related Eye Problems (Getting Old Ain't for Sissies) 8. Presbyopia Choices of Bifocals, Trifocals, Etc. Contact Lenses as an Alternative in Presbyopia 9. Cataracts 10. Glaucoma 11. Macular Degeneration Part IV Special Considerations 12. Visual Aids 13. Diabetes 14. Neurologic Conditions Affecting Vision Causes of Sudden Vision Loss Other Neurological Problems 15. History and Current Developments in Refractive Surgery Refractive Surgery History Types of Refractive Surgery Presbyopia Surgery 16. Some Unusual Eye Problems and Eye Injuries Eye Problems Eye Injuries 17. Things to Know about Eye Surgery Cataract Surgery Glaucoma Surgery Retinal Detachment Surgery Strabismus Surgery Corneal Transplant Enucleation Part V Consumer Information 18. Definitions of Caregivers Caregivers 19. More Things You Need to Know Common Eye Drop Medications Who Pays and How 20. Eye Care-The Way It Was and the Way It Will Be Origin of the Ophthalmologist The Origin of an Optometrist Interaction of Ophthalmology and Optometry The Way Things Can Be (As I See It) Glossary Index ...
