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What are Age-Related Cataracts?

By joe / April 30, 2024 /

Case study: Patient X presented with complaints of blurry vision and increased sensitivity to glare from artificial lights, such as computer screens and headlights. Although not yet due for a sight test/ eye examination, Patient X expressed concern over changes in their vision, prompting an earlier appointment. Appointment with the Optometrist: During the appointment with…

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‘Can you make me some glasses just for the computer?’

By joe / April 2, 2024 /

Case Study: Patient X wanted a consultation due to experiencing eye strain while working at a new job in a call centre, primarily from prolonged computer use. Although they currently wear reading spectacles, they do not require them for distance vision (Driving, TV and Cinema etc). Since Patient X was already scheduled for an Eye…

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Would multifocal contact lenses work for me?

By joe / March 1, 2024 /

Case Study Patient X came in as they are struggling to read in their contact lenses, and they do not like the idea of wearing a ready reader over the top. They were due an eye examination and contact lens annual, so we booked them in with one of our Optometrists. Patient X and the…

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I am struggling to read in bed whilst wearing Varifocals.

By joe / November 20, 2023 /

Case Study Issue Patient X came in as they were struggling to read in their varifocals whilst lying down in bed. They said that they were perfect for everything else but they struggled to read and didn’t want to sit up as they had issues with their back. Solution Patient X saw one of our…

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I struggle with car headlights whilst driving at night.

By joe / October 24, 2023 /

Patient X came into the practice as they had been struggling with glare from oncoming traffic whilst driving at night. They had an appointment with the Optometrist who said they would benefit from a single vision distance pair of spectacles. Solution After the appointment with the Optometrist, they saw one of our Dispensing Opticians. Patient…

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Do not get spooked by eye damage this Halloween

By joe / September 26, 2023 /

Patient X came in as they had been to a Halloween party. They used coloured cosmetic contact lenses they bought online. They didn’t take them out to sleep and has woken up with very sore red eyes. Patient X booked an emergency advice appointment with our Optometrist who had a look using a slit lamp…

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Sports Protection Eyewear for Children

By joe / September 5, 2023 /

Patient X came in as their 14 year old child has started to play contact rugby. They have a prescription of RE +5.25Ds LE +5.00Ds. So needs them to be able to see clearly. They do not want to wear their glasses with a strap as they are fearful of breakages. They do not like…

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Eye Examinations for Children

By joe / August 7, 2023 /

Patient X is 37 and came in for their first ever sight test. They told us they have had one in school but used to cheat and would always cover their good eye first so they would always get the letters right. They said the vision has been better in one eye and eventually came…

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I have had cataract surgery and can now see clearly for distance. However I would like to wear sunglasses to read.

By joe / July 4, 2023 /

Patient X is 55 and had cataract surgery two years ago. Their distance vision is very good, but they have started to need to use simple reading glasses. They are going away to Hawaii as their child is getting married on the beach. They want to be able to read the order of service but…

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Going on holiday but can’t read in Sunglasses (case study)

By info@daneswood.co.uk / June 5, 2023 /

Patient X recently visited the practice as they were going on holiday to Spain. While sitting in the garden at home, they noticed that they were struggling to read while wearing their sunglasses. Patient X currently wears a pair of sunglasses with their distance prescription from last year. However, since turning 43, Patient X has…

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