Eye Care

Eye Care is the social media arm of the Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology. It aims to provide accurate and relevant eye care information to the public.

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If you have any questions, or need a list of ophthalmologists in your area, please do not hesitate to contact us using the following details:

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PSA FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye meds, eye drops, & eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for proper care

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You should consider cataract surgery if your cataracts are:

👁️ impacting your daily or occupational activities,
👁️ affecting your ability to drive safely at night,
👁️ interfering with the outdoor activities you enjoy,
👁️ or interfering with the treatment of another eye problem

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A song about hope and a better tomorrow..

Brought to you by the Philippine Network of Young Ophthalmologists and Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology

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AMD is a condition in which a part of the retina called the macula is damaged. This leads to loss of central vision and the ability to see fine details; peripheral vision stays normal. It is a leading cause of vision loss in people >/50 yo

#EyeCare #AgerelatedMacularDegeneration

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Retinoblastoma is a rare form of eye cancer that begins in the retina, the layer of nerve cells at the back of the eye. It can spread to other parts of the body, including the brain and spine. It usually affects young children #EyeCare #Retinoblastoma #EyeCancer #MedTwitter

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Are you a diabetic and seeing spots or dark strings (“floaters”) or flashes of light?
Having blurred, blank or dark areas in field of vision?
Noticing poor night vision or color vision?

Consult an ophthalmologist.

#EyeCare #MedTwitter #DiabeticRetinopathy #Diabetes

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If left untreated, cataracts can result in continual reduction of vision, legal blindness, and worsening quality of life. If left untreated for long periods, cataracts can cause total blindness. Ask an ophthalmologist for more information about cataracts. #medtwitter #eyecare

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In celebration of Sight Saving Month, here are some important facts about Retinopathy of Prematurity. A public service reminder from Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology and the ROP Working Group. Visit our official website https://t.co/ooFNNquHBh

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Its Sight Saving Month once again. Even though the pandemic has affected everything including health care and made it difficult to celebrate, let us all continue to promote blindness prevention through universal eye health care.blind by 2020".

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Ilang paalala sa pag-gamit ng mga UVC lamps mula sa Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology at Philippine Cornea Society. Bisitahin ang aming official page https://t.co/yBXxImYOR1 sa iba pang mga paalala. #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority #COVID19

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A public service announcement from the Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology and the Philippince Cornea Society about the harmful effects of UVC lamps

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Symptoms of an orbital tumor include bulging of the eyeball, numbness or tingling around the eye, vision changes or loss, pain around the eye, and swollen or droopy eyelid, among others. Talk to an ophthalmologist for more information. #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority #Tumors

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#OrbitalTumors refer to any tumor that develops in the orbit, which is the bony socket in the front of the skull that contains the eye. They can be benign or malignant, and can occur in children and adults. Talk to an eye doctor for more info. #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority

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You are a good candidate for LASIK if you are 18+; your prescription hasn’t changed much in the last year; diagnosed with nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism; among others. Talk to an ophthalmologist for more information. #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority #LASIK

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#LASIK has a high 96% success rate. The numbing drops will be used in the eye to minimize the pain. Your vision is corrected nearly immediately, without the need for bandages or stitches. Talk to an eye doctor for more information about LASIK. #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority

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Some tips to avoid eye injuries during this time of COVID 19 from the Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology. For other eye advisories, please visit https://t.co/QGaG1o3Eav #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority #eyetrauma

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Ilang paalala upang maiwasan ang aksidente sa mata mula sa PAO. Para sa iba pang mga paalala, bisitahin ang aming official page https://t.co/2FtIsSQ34K #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority #eyetrauma

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LASIK is a type of surgery that uses a laser to change the shape of your cornea. It is used to treat myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) and astigmatism. Talk to an ophthalmologist for more information about LASIK. #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority #LASIK

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You might consider #blepharoplasty if sagging eyelids prevent you from opening your eyes completely, or pull down your lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty can improve your vision and make your eyes appear younger and more alert. #EyeCare #youreyecareauthority #eyelidsurgery