Common Eye Disorders Fort Myers

Learn more about common eye disorders that may be affecting your vision from the experts at Elmquist Eye Group in Fort Myers.

Since 1992, Elmquist Eye Group has provided quality eye care services in Fort Myers and Cape Coral for the whole family. Yasaira Rodriguez, MD, Kate Wagner, OD, and Nina Burt, OD, utilize the safest, most advanced techniques to protect, restore and enhance your vision.

Together we provide a full spectrum of eye care services, including comprehensive eye examinations and vision tests, diagnose and treat eye diseases, such as cataracts and glaucoma, identify health problems that can be detected in the eyes (i.e., diabetes and high blood pressure), and prescribe and dispense glasses and contact lenses.

Common Eye Conditions

Taking care of your eyes is the first step toward preventing vision loss. Here are some of the most common eye problems and what they could mean:

• Conjunctivitis –This condition, also called “pink eye,” is common in kids, but adults can get it, too. It can be very contagious, so avoid touching the eye, try warm compresses and, if there is no improvement, make an appointment with your eye doctor.
• Blurry vision – Many eye conditions can cause blurred vision, including allergies, dry eyes and eye strain. It could also be something more serious. If you have trouble seeing in low light or see haloes around lights, it may be a cataract.
• Floaters and flashes of light– A few floating spots and specks are normal as we get older. However, a large increase in spots along with bright flashes of light may be a sign of a detached retina. Schedule an eye exam right away.
• Dull colors and blurry images – If colors seem dull and blurry, you may have the early symptoms of Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Schedule an appointment for a dilated eye exam as soon as possible.
• Loss of peripheral vision – A decrease in side-to-side vision may be a sign that you are experiencing the early stages of glaucoma. When detected and treated at an early stage, glaucoma can be controlled, so make an appointment to discuss the treatment options.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

During your comprehensive eye exam, our team of highly qualified and experienced doctors will test your vision and screen for potential conditions and diseases, including those that have no easily detectible symptoms in their early stages.

During your visit, we will dilate your pupils to get a better look at the inside of your eyes. Eye drops widen (dilate) the pupil and allow more light into the eye. Think of it like opening a door to let light into a dark room instead of restricting the doctor’s view to only what he or she can see through the keyhole.

Because of this, you can expect to have some blurred vision and sensitivity to light for several hours after your exam. We ask that you bring a friend or family member to drive you home after your examination.

For more information about treatment for common eye disorders and other conditions that could damage your healthy vision, call Elmquist Eye Group in Fort Myers today at (239) 936-2020 to schedule an appointment.