Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology is the specialization of medicine that covers both medical as well as surgical aspects focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and surgery of eye related diseases and disorders. It also lays emphasis on the preventive care of the eyes.
Various options used by ophthalmologists include:
- Comprehensive examination and diagnostics:
Conducting comprehensive eye exams, including visual acuity tests, eye pressure measurements, and imaging.
- Prescribing glasses and contacts:
Providing solutions for correction of refractive errors uses glasses and contacts.
- Medical management:
Treating eye diseases with eye drops for glaucoma or infections.
- Surgical interventions:
Eye surgeries, include cataract surgery, glaucoma surgery, and retinal surgery.