Eye Disease Diagnosis & Management in Bridgeport

We Approach Eye Health with Proactive, Compassionate Care

At Precision Eye Care, we’re dedicated to helping our patients protect and enhance their vision throughout every stage of life. We can use our expertise to diagnose and help manage a wide range of eye conditions. By utilizing technology, we gather comprehensive information about your individual eye health, so we can provide personalized care to meet your vision needs. 

Through our personalized approach, we can empower you and your family to take a proactive stance toward eye health. 

Schedule your routine eye exam today, and let us support you in preserving and enhancing your vision.

We’re Here to Support Your Vision

Many people experience vision changes throughout life. As your eye care provider, our goal is to support you in maintaining and improving your vision.

While age-related diseases are among the leading causes of vision impairment and low vision, impacting over 4 million Americans aged 40 and older, common conditions can arise during childhood, such as amblyopia and strabismus.

We can help identify, manage, and treat various eye conditions and diseases. Our team can provide the expertise and support to help you make well-informed, proactive decisions about your eye health and vision.

Cataracts

Cataracts are a common eye condition primarily affecting older adults, with most adults developing cataracts over age 55. Cataracts occur when the eye’s lens, which is normally clear, becomes cloudy. This cloudiness can result in:

• Blurred or hazy vision
• Difficulty seeing at night
• Colors that look faded
• Light sensitivity

In later stages of development, cataract surgery can replace the cloudy lens with a clear artificial lens to restore vision.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma, a group of eye diseases, damages the optic nerve that sends visual information to the brain. This damage typically results from abnormally high eye pressure caused by fluid buildup.

Glaucoma is often called “the silent thief of sight,” as most patients don’t notice symptoms until irreversible vision loss has occurred. Glaucoma gradually decreases vision, starting with peripheral (side) vision, leading to permanent vision loss.

Regularly completing comprehensive eye exams and using diagnostic technology can help identify early signs of optic nerve damage and provide timely treatment.

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a sight-threatening complication of diabetes. The condition occurs when high blood sugar levels cause damage to blood vessels in the retina (the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye). These damaged blood vessels can swell, leak, or grow abnormally, impairing vision or blocking blood flow. 

Symptoms of diabetic retinopathy can include:

• Blurred vision
• Seeing floaters
• Blank or dark spots
• Poor night vision

Diabetic eye exams can help us monitor eye health to recommend appropriate management.

Dry Eye Disease

Dry eye disease is a common condition caused by a lack of tear quantity or quality. The eye’s surface relies on a consistent layer of tears to lubricate and nourish the eye, supporting eye health and clear vision. 

People with dry eye may experience:

• Irritated or burning eyes
• Gritty, scratchy, or sandy sensations
• A feeling of something in the eyes
• Excess watering
• Blurred or impaired vision

With a personalized dry eye treatment plan, we can help restore your eye comfort and safeguard healthy vision.

Macular Degeneration

Macular degeneration or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease affecting the macula. It’s a leading cause of vision loss in adults over 50. Factors like genetics, excessive UV exposure, poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and smoking, can contribute to macular deterioration.

Damage to the macula can lead to gradual but severe vision loss, including:

• A dark or empty area in central vision
• Straight lines appearing wavy or crooked
• Reduced color vision
• Shapes appearing distorted

If detected early, intraocular injections and laser treatment can help prevent significant vision loss.