Reviewed By: Dr. Miliken Vision changes rarely announce themselves in a single dramatic moment. More often, it starts as a slight friction that builds. Headlights feel harsher at night. Print looks slightly softer. One eye seems to “do more work” than the other. Two of the most common causes of those shifts are cataracts and […]
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Dr. Hunter explains what you can expect when healing from cataract surgery. Learn more about what post-operative symptoms are normal and when to call your doctor. If you have any questions or concerns about your recovery, do not hesitate to call our office at (843) 842-2020. […]
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Dr. Hunter explains the importance of keeping up with your annual eye exam. Keeping an eye on systemic eye conditions as well as any changes in your vision can help identify health concerns throughout the whole body. Your eyes can be the first sign into other health conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes. […]
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In this ‘Ask Dr. Drew’ video, Dr. Drew describes what patients should keep in mind if they are considering cataract surgery. The Carolina Eyecare team will perform a comprehensive exam on all patients to ensure the visual changes you are experiencing are related to cataracts. If you notice any changes in your vision, please schedule […]
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Dr. Hunter discusses some of the visual symptoms his local patients in South Carolina start to notice when developing cataracts. If your vision is getting cloudy, you’re losing your color perception, or if you’re having trouble reading or driving at night; you may be developing cataracts. Take our Cataract Assessment online to learn more! […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Berdine M. Burger, MD Cataracts are a slow-developing form of eye disease that can affect your daily life. Early diagnosis can help manage the disease and explore your laser treatment for cataracts options with your doctor. When cataracts begin to prevent you from going about daily activities, such as reading or driving, […]
Reviewed By: Dr. Cole Miliken, MD According to the National Eye Institute, cataract surgery is one of the most common and safe types of surgery performed in the United States. Carolina Eyecare Physicians is committed to providing the highest quality of care with acclaimed surgeons and advanced technology in cataract surgery. Rest assured, with board-certified […]
Reviewed By: Kerry D. Solomon, MD Most intraocular lenses (IOLs) are designed to last a lifetime. If you are wondering how long IOLs last after cataract surgery, modern IOLs are made from durable, biocompatible materials that don’t wear out or break down over time. Vision changes can still occur due to aging or other eye […]
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Reviewed By: Dr.Lowrey P. King, MD When you have diabetes, you already have plenty to manage. An eye appointment may not feel urgent, especially when you can still read, drive, and see clearly. But clear vision does not always mean your retina is healthy. Diabetes can damage the blood vessels inside your eyes before you […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Jonathan Brugger Diabetic retinopathy can begin quietly. The retina may already be changing even when your vision seems normal. Knowing the diabetic retinopathy early signs means understanding that the first warning may not be something you can see or feel. This matters because diabetes can damage the small blood vessels that supply […]
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Reviewed By: Dr. Peter B. Knowlton Summary Cataract eye surgery replaces the eye’s cloudy natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens, or IOL. Available options include monofocal lenses, toric correction for astigmatism, multifocal or trifocal lenses, extended depth-of-focus lenses, and the Light Adjustable Lens. The right choice depends on your eye health, visual priorities, comfort […]
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Reviewed By: Dr.Lowrey P. King, MD When you have diabetes, you already have plenty to manage. An eye appointment may not feel urgent, especially when you can still read, drive, and see clearly. But clear vision does not always mean your retina is healthy. Diabetes can damage the blood vessels inside your eyes before you […]
Read More… from Diabetic Retinopathy: Symptoms, Screening and Treatment Explained by Dr. King
Reviewed By: Dr. Jonathan Brugger Diabetic retinopathy can begin quietly. The retina may already be changing even when your vision seems normal. Knowing the diabetic retinopathy early signs means understanding that the first warning may not be something you can see or feel. This matters because diabetes can damage the small blood vessels that supply […]
Read More… from What Diabetic Retinopathy Looks Like Before You Notice Any Symptoms
Reviewed By: Dr. Peter B. Knowlton Summary Cataract eye surgery replaces the eye’s cloudy natural lens with an artificial intraocular lens, or IOL. Available options include monofocal lenses, toric correction for astigmatism, multifocal or trifocal lenses, extended depth-of-focus lenses, and the Light Adjustable Lens. The right choice depends on your eye health, visual priorities, comfort […]
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