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Keeping an eye on your vision
Via Christi 50+ May Lunch & Learn
May 21, 2014
Welcome & Introduction
Lisa D. Sandell, O.D. Via Christi Clinic Optical Shop 13213 West 21st St. N. (316) 946-1717
Macular Degeneration
What is it? Damage to the center of the retina
Macula is used for central vision
Peripheral vision spared
Macular Degeneration
Risk factors Smoking, especially a risk for wet macular
degeneration Age Genetics UV exposure Diet
Macular Degeneration
Prevention Wearing UV protection Quit smoking/avoid second hand smoke Eat a balanced diet Regular eye examinations
Macular Degeneration
Treatment Dry vs. Wet Macular Degeneration Dry ---Vitamins AREDS formula, monitor with
Amsler Grid Wet---Intervention with Ophthalmology,
Injections to stop bleeding and new blood vessels
Normal Retina
Dry vs. Wet
Macular Degeneration
What’s for dinner? Green, leafy vegetables: Kale, spinach,
broccoli, peas, collard greens Eggs Corn Fish
Macular Degeneration
Vitamins Lutein 6-10 mg/day Fish oil/Omega 3’s 1000 mg/day AREDS vitamins—include Vitamin A, C, E,
Zinc
Cataracts
Risk factors Age Smoking UV exposure Diabetes
Cataracts
Symptoms Blurred vision Glare at night Dull vision
Glaucoma
Symptoms
Risk Factors Age Family History Trauma
Glaucoma
Treatment Eye drops Surgery Goal is to preserve vision, no cure
Dry Eye
Symptoms Blurred vision/fluctuating Burning Scratchy Watering Itching
Dry Eye
Treatment Artificial tears Restasis Punctal Plugs Warm compresses Omega 3’s Environment modification
Diabetes and the eyes
Diabetic retinopathy Damage to the retinal blood vessels Non-proliferative and Proliferative Treatment
Improve control of blood sugar Laser treatment
Diabetes and the eyes
Macular edema Swelling in the center of the retina Blurred vision Distortion No Symptoms Treatment
Injections Focal laser treatment
Questions?