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Dr. Brenda Jones, M.D.
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Dr. Brenda Jones is an ophthalmologist practicing in Marietta, OH. Dr. Jones specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Jones can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Jones can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
44 years
Experience
Dr. Brenda Jones, M.D.
- Marietta, OH
- Univ of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch of Med, Chapel Hill Nc
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How do you treat viral pink eye?
First, you need to be examined by an eye doctor that diagnoses and treats medical eye infections. What appears to be viral pink eye may be due to other infectious causes requiring READ MORE
First, you need to be examined by an eye doctor that diagnoses and treats medical eye infections. What appears to be viral pink eye may be due to other infectious causes requiring different treatment.
Can you wear contacts with a lazy eye?
If the eye has no other pathology than amblyopia (lazy eye), a contact lens could be prescribed by an eye care specialist. Please note the contact lens will only improve vision READ MORE
If the eye has no other pathology than amblyopia (lazy eye), a contact lens could be prescribed by an eye care specialist. Please note the contact lens will only improve vision to the same level as glasses in the amblyopic eye. However, if there is a significant prescription difference between the non lazy eye and the lazy eye, contacts can provide less visual strain or discomfort/fatigue than glasses. Seek professional consult with an eye care specialist.
How do you irrigate an eye?
Your tears are natural and the best eye irrigators, thus there are limited reasons one needs to irrigate an eye. It would be important to know why an eye needs irrigation where READ MORE
Your tears are natural and the best eye irrigators, thus there are limited reasons one needs to irrigate an eye. It would be important to know why an eye needs irrigation where more than tears are required.
What does it mean when your eyes shake side to side?
More information would be required, including a thorough ophthalmology exam, to diagnose the reason for eyes to shake side to side. It's more than likely a neurological process READ MORE
More information would be required, including a thorough ophthalmology exam, to diagnose the reason for eyes to shake side to side. It's more than likely a neurological process that presents as a nystagmus, the shaking of eyes from side to side, up and down, or rotary. Anyone with eyes that shake side to side should be examined by an ophthalmologist or neurologist.
Can eye drops help watery eyes?
It is important to know why your eyes are watering, so you may need to see an eye specialist. If you have dry eye syndrome, artificial tears may help. There are many causes of READ MORE
It is important to know why your eyes are watering, so you may need to see an eye specialist. If you have dry eye syndrome, artificial tears may help. There are many causes of tearing or watery eyes.
Can you get floaters after vitrectomy?
If the procedure was a total vitrectomy, it would be highly unlikely to have floaters after this surgical procedure. A partial or anterior vitrectomy can have floaters seen after READ MORE
If the procedure was a total vitrectomy, it would be highly unlikely to have floaters after this surgical procedure. A partial or anterior vitrectomy can have floaters seen after the procedure.
Can blurred vision be fixed with contacts?
There are many reasons for "blurred vision." Contacts or glasses fix or improve blurred vision if it is due to a refractive error such as myopia (near sighted), hyperopia (far READ MORE
There are many reasons for "blurred vision." Contacts or glasses fix or improve blurred vision if it is due to a refractive error such as myopia (near sighted), hyperopia (far sighted), or astigmatism. An appointment with an eye care specialist, ophthalmologist or optometrist, for an eye exam will determine why you have blurred vision.
Do blue light glasses help headaches?
I think you mean blue light blocking glasses, because the goal is to block or filter out the blue light given off from digital screens. Some research shows that yellow tinted lenses READ MORE
I think you mean blue light blocking glasses, because the goal is to block or filter out the blue light given off from digital screens. Some research shows that yellow tinted lenses may increase comfort when you're viewing digital screens for long periods of time.
Are contact lenses safe for eyes?
Contact lenses are safe as long as you have a proper fitting, follow wearing, cleaning and infection prevention guidelines; and only after a thorough complete eye exam by an ophthalmologist READ MORE
Contact lenses are safe as long as you have a proper fitting, follow wearing, cleaning and infection prevention guidelines; and only after a thorough complete eye exam by an ophthalmologist or optometrist who determines your suitability and the type contact lens recommended.
What eye conditions are treated with lasers?
There are several eye laser procedures, including refractive, glaucoma, laser assisted cataract surgery and cosmetic and functional eyelid procedures. A few years ago retinal READ MORE
There are several eye laser procedures, including refractive, glaucoma, laser assisted cataract surgery and cosmetic and functional eyelid procedures. A few years ago retinal laser procedures were performed routinely for vascular ischemic diseases.
Can you get rid of cataracts without surgery?
No. Cataract is a clouding of the lens in our eyes. The lens has to be surgically removed to get rid of a cataract.
What is the best eye surgery for nearsightedness?
Lasik and ICL are the mainstays of refractive surgery at this time. The choice then depends on the specific refractive and eye anatomy of the patient, therefore a complete eye READ MORE
Lasik and ICL are the mainstays of refractive surgery at this time. The choice then depends on the specific refractive and eye anatomy of the patient, therefore a complete eye exam with specialized eye diagnostic testing and patient discussion is required to decide the best procedure.
When should I see a doctor for an eye irritation?
If the eye "irritation" persists or worsens , it would be wise to see an eye specialist.
How do you treat eye irritation from contacts?
It depends on the cause of the irritation - is the contact lens fit, cleaning solution, condition of contact, allergies, infections, over wear, etc. You need to be examined by READ MORE
It depends on the cause of the irritation - is the contact lens fit, cleaning solution, condition of contact, allergies, infections, over wear, etc. You need to be examined by prescribing eye care professional to determine the exact cause.
Are eye infections contagious?
Some eye infections are more contagious than others. Viral infections such as EKC (epidemic keratoconjunctivitis) sometimes referred to as "pink eye" can be quite contagious. All READ MORE
Some eye infections are more contagious than others. Viral infections such as EKC (epidemic keratoconjunctivitis) sometimes referred to as "pink eye" can be quite contagious. All pink eye cases are not EKC; in fact, most pink eyes are due to irritants that cause dilatation of the blood vessels in the conjunctiva. Most bacterial eye infections are transferred by direct contact to eyes from a hand or contaminated object.
How do I get rid of eye pain?
First, you must see an eye physician to determine what is causing the pain, which will determine the treatment.
What is a good vitamin for dry eyes?
Omega fatty acids are found in supplements that are used to combat dry eyes.
How do you unblock tear ducts naturally?
If your tear ducts are physically blocked, there is no natural remedy to unblock them, if by "naturally" you mean without medication or a surgical procedure.
