Primary Eye Care Consultation
Primary eye care consultation is conducted by a registered Part 1 optometrist. It includes refractive error (such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism & presblyopia), strabismus and other common eye problems like amblyopia (lazy eye). More serious ocular diseases like cataract, retinal hole, retinal detachment, macular degeneration and glaucoma can also be tested. This examination can determine the visual condition & ocular health status.
At the end of the consultation, optometrist will discuss the eye examination results & give the advices.
Procedures:
1. History taking
2. Vision & refractive error assessment
3. Binocular vision assessment
4. Color vision assessment
5. Intraocular pressure assessment
6. External ocular health assessment
7. Internal ocular health assessment
8. Management
Reminders
Dilation of pupils may be needed in the eye examination. After dilation, your eyes will become light sensitive & blurry near vision for about 4-6 hours
Do not operate machinery & driving after before the end of the pupil dilation effect.
Sunglasses or umbrella was advised to reduce the light sensitivity