Your vision is one of your most precious assets, and the team at Eye Care of San Diego is committed to helping you enjoy clear vision and healthy eyes for life. We offer a wide range of ophthalmology and optometry services to help you overcome whatever obstacle is preventing you from achieving excellent vision and ocular health. Our knowledgeable, experienced doctors have worked with thousands of patients in need of treatment for refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism), cataracts, glaucoma, corneal diseases and other eye problems. With our advanced training, expertise and state-of-the-art technology, we can improve your vision and your quality of life.
Schedule Your Visit TodayLearn the association between common eye symptoms and the most frequently treated eye conditions. This site isn’t a tool for self diagnosis – only a Pacific Eye Institute doctor or eye care professional can offer an accurate diagnosis around any symptom you may be experiencing.
Pacific Eye Institute encourages you to learn all you can about routine eye care. Schedule an appointment to have a general eye examination by a Pacific Eye Institute doctor or eye surgeon – especially if you are experiencing any of these symptoms. When it comes to eye health, the more you know, the better you see.
Request a Consultation NowBlurred vision refers to a lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail. Blurred vision may result from abnormalities such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, presbyopia, or astigmatism that can be improved with corrective lenses (eyeglasses) or it may signal the presence of eye disease.
Request a Consultation NowDry eye occurs when the eyes produce too few tears or the tears evaporate too fast. The condition can affect one or both eyes. Lifestyle changes can help, but in severe cases, a person may need medication or surgery.
Request a Consultation NowA drooping eyelid is also called ptosis or blepharoptosis. In this condition, the border of the upper eyelid falls to a lower position than normal. In severe cases, the drooping eyelid can cover all or part of the pupil and interfere with vision.
Request a Consultation NowAs we grow older, our night vision worsens. We have fewer rods (light-sensitive cells in our eyes that distinguish between light and dark) to detect objects in low light and our eyes' lenses become stiffer and cloudier. Other conditions such as astigmatism can also make it difficult to see at night, affecting peripheral vision and depth perception and worsening glare.
Request a Consultation NowHalos are bright circles that surround a light source, like headlights. Glare is light that enters your eye and interferes with your vision. Halos often show up when you're in a dim or dark place. Glare is more likely in the daytime. They're a normal response to bright lights, but deeper problems can also bring them on.
Request a Consultation NowAstigmatism is a common type of refractive error. It means that some part of your eye (either the cornea or lens) is more curved than it should be. This altered eye shape makes your vision blurry. Most cases of astigmatism can be treated with corrective lenses like eyeglasses or contact lenses.
Request a Consultation NowMyopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a very common vision disorder that is usually diagnosed before age 20. Myopia affects your distance vision. You can see objects that are near well, but have trouble viewing objects that are far, such as grocery store aisle markers or road signs.
Request a Consultation NowInability to see objects clearly from a close distance can be the result of a few conditions. A common vision condition that causes blurry vision up close is called hyperopia, or farsightedness. Farsightedness is typically the result of a flat cornea or short eyeball, which causes light to focus indirectly on the retina.
Request a Consultation NowIf you are experiencing watery eyes, there could be several reasons behind it. This symptom could be a result of blocked tear duct, conjunctivitis, dry eyes, ectropion & entropion, or undiagnosed eye alignment issues. If left untreated, these symptoms can lead to serious health complications. Therefore, it is essential to seek professional medical help immediately if you are experiencing this or any other medical symptom.
Request a Consultation NowDouble vision, also known as diplopia, is a condition where you perceive two images of the same object. It can affect either one eye or both. If you experience double vision in both eyes, it can be more severe than when it affects only one eye. Double vision can be a symptom of several underlying conditions, including keratoconus, cataracts, and Graves' disease.
Request a Consultation NowIf your eyes feel sore, red and itchy, it may be due to allergies or an eye infection. Excessive rubbing can also cause soreness in itchy or irritated eyes. Conjunctivitis, an eye infection, is a common cause of red, sore eyes. Contact lens irritation can also lead to redness and soreness. Red eyes can be a symptom of many conditions like Keratoconus, Dry Eyes, Thyroid Eye Disease, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Scleritis, or Corneal Infections.
Request a Consultation NowIf your eyes feel sore, red and itchy, it may be due to allergies or an eye infection. Excessive rubbing can also cause soreness in itchy or irritated eyes. Conjunctivitis, an eye infection, is a common cause of red, sore eyes. Contact lens irritation can also lead to redness and soreness. Red eyes can be a symptom of many conditions like Keratoconus, Dry Eyes, Thyroid Eye Disease, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Scleritis, or Corneal Infections.
Request a Consultation NowCataract surgery is a procedure performed to treat cataracts, which are a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. During cataract surgery, the cloudy natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens known as an intraocular lens (IOL).
LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a popular surgical procedure used to correct vision problems, particularly nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. It aims to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses by reshaping the cornea, the clear front part of the eye.
The cornea, being the transparent front part of the eye, is critical for focusing light and protecting the eye from damage. Several treatments are available for various corneal conditions or injuries.
ICL stands for Implantable Collamer Lens. It is a type of corrective eye surgery used to treat moderate to severe nearsightedness (myopia), especially for individuals who may not be suitable candidates for procedures like LASIK or PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy).
Dry eye treatment aims to alleviate symptoms associated with insufficient or poor-quality tears that lead to dryness, discomfort, irritation, and potential damage to the surface of the eye. The treatment approach may vary based on the severity of the condition and the underlying causes.
Glaucoma treatments aim to manage the condition by reducing intraocular pressure (IOP) to prevent or slow down damage to the optic nerve, which is typically the primary goal in treating glaucoma. The treatment plan depends on the type of glaucoma, its severity, and individual factors.
Reading vision correction refers to methods or interventions used to improve near vision, particularly for activities such as reading, using a computer, or performing tasks that require close-up focus. As people age, a common condition called presbyopia occurs, which is the gradual loss of the eye's ability to focus on close objects due to changes in the eye's lens elasticity.
Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is a progressive eye condition that affects the macula, a small but critical part of the retina located at the back of the eye. The macula is responsible for central vision, which is essential for detailed tasks such as reading, driving, recognizing faces, and seeing fine details.
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, also known as oculoplastic surgery, is a specialized field within ophthalmology (eye care) that focuses on the management of conditions affecting the eyelids, orbit (eye socket), tear ducts, and surrounding facial structures.
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Learn MoreEye Care of San Diego has four convenient locations to provide Southern California patients with access to a wide range of vision correction options. The talented ophthalmologists at Eye Care of San Diego can provide everything from LASIK surgery to dry eye treatment. For more information about the eye care services that we provide or to schedule a consultation with our ophthalmology team, contact Eye Care of San Diego today.
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