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Other Procedures – Diabetic Retinopathy Care, Glaucoma Treatment, and More in the East Bay and Oakland Area

We at Batra Vision Medical Group pride ourselves on our comprehensive approach to eye care and eye health. Offering LASIK surgery, cataract surgery, cornea transplant surgery, and lens implants, we also offer treatment for diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma at our practice serving the Oakland and East Bay area. Our conveniently located offices in San Leandro and Concord can help restore your vision, maintain the health of your eyes, and determine the best ophthalmology procedure to meet your needs.

• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Glaucoma Treatment
• Other Optical Care Concerns

Diabetic Retinopathy

A person with diabetes faces a number of health concerns, one of which includes diabetic retinopathy. Approximately 40 percent of Americans with diabetes are believed to have diabetic retinopathy. At our offices serving the Oakland and East Bay area from San Leandro and Concord, we have a number of treatment options available for patients who suffer from diabetic retinopathy to help maintain vision and avoid more serious vision problems down the road.

What is diabetic retinopathy?

Diabetic retinopathy is a debilitating eye disease that causes the blood vessels in the retina to become blocked. The body will grow new blood vessels to bypass these blocked ones, but the new vessels tend to be much weaker and have a tendency to break and leak into other areas of the eye. In its early stages, diabetic retinopathy tends not to affect a person's vision, but in later stages if it goes untreated, severe vision impairment, detached retinas, or even blindness may occur.

Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment Options

Batra Vision Medical Group has a number of treatment options available to deal with diabetic retinopathy. Our offices in the Oakland and East Bay area will first perform a thorough eye exam and determine the best way to proceed.

Vitrecotomy

If the broken blood vessels have leaked into the center of the eye, a vitrectomy may be required to remove the blood and other fluids contaminating the vitreous humor, the clear substance that fills the space in between the retina and the lens. During a vitrectomy, the vitreous humor is replaced with a clear solution.

Laser Photocoagulation

Though laser surgery cannot cure diabetic retinopathy, it can be used to stop broken blood vessels from leaking into the vitreous humor. There are different laser treatments available that can deal with the broken blood vessels.

How can I find out if I have diabetic retinopathy?

The best way to determine if you have diabetic retinopathy is to schedule an appointment at our offices serving the Oakland and East Bay area. During your appointment, we will discuss the various treatment options available so you can make the most informed decision about your eye health.

To schedule a diabetic retinopathy screening in the Oakland and East Bay area, contact an ophthalmologist at Batra Vision Medical Group today.

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Glaucoma Treatment

Glaucoma is a progressive eye disease and the leading cause of preventable blindness in the United States. It is estimated that more than 3 million American suffer from glaucoma, though many who have the disease do not even know it because there are no noticeable symptoms and no eye pain involved. We at Batra Vision Medical Group can often detect glaucoma early during a comprehensive eye exam. If you currently suffer from glaucoma, our Oakland and East Bay area offices offer a number of treatment options to maintain your vision and halt the effects of this debilitating disease.

What is glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a condition in which increased pressure within the eye results in vision impairment and, if left untreated, possible blindness. This internal pressure is the result of excess aqueous humor (a substance in the eye that brings nutrients and oxygen to the cornea and the lens while filtering out waste products) that is not drained properly.

There are two basic types of glaucoma: Open angle glaucoma and narrow angle glaucoma. In open angle glaucoma, the aqueous humor is unable to leave the eye and causes damage to the optic nerve. In narrow angle glaucoma, the pressure causes the iris to become pressed against the cornea, blocking the aqueous humor from the drain.

Glaucoma Treatment Options

While there is no cure for glaucoma, our offices serving the Oakland and East Bay area offer a number of ways to treat and reduce the increased pressure within the eyes ranging from medications to surgical intervention. During a thorough eye exam, we will determine the best glaucoma treatment to meet your needs.

Trabeculectomy

If your eyes do not respond to nonsurgical glaucoma treatment options, you may need to undergo a surgical procedure known as a trabeculectomy. During the procedure, a new passageway is created in the eye that allows the aqueous humor to filter out.

Valve Surgery

Sometimes referred to as the placement of glaucoma drainage devices or aqueous shunts, valve surgery involves the placement of a small valve to assist with the drainage of aqueous humor. Valve surgery is often used to enhance the results of a trabeculectomy.

Laser Surgery

If your eyes do not respond to nonsurgical glaucoma treatments such as prescription medications or eye drops, a doctor at our East Bay and Oakland area offices may elect to use laser surgery to relieve the pressure in your eyes and assist in the drainage of aqueous humor.

How can I find out if I have glaucoma?

The best way to determine if you have glaucoma is to schedule an appointment at our offices. During your appointment, we will discuss the various treatment options available so you can make the most informed decision about your eye health possible.

To schedule a glaucoma screening in the Oakland and East Bay area, contact an ophthalmologist at Batra Vision Medical Group today.

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Other Optical Care Concerns

At Batra Vision Medical Care, we offer a number of vision care options to meet our patients' diverse eye health concerns. Along with our comprehensive ophthalmic care procedures, we can also assist patients suffering from blepharitis, dry eyes, and other optical care needs such as routine and primary care eye examinations.

Blepharitis

Blepharitis is the chronic inflammation of the eyelids. It is commonly caused by seborrhea, a disruption of the eyelid’s ability to be moisturized properly. Blepharitis can also be caused by immune system reactions and or contact allergies. Common symptoms include itchiness of the eyelid skin, redness and discomfort around the eyes, light sensitivity, and oily, dry, or flaky patches of the eyelid skin. Blepharitis can be treated using various methods including warm compresses, safe ways of cleaning and scrubbing the eyelids, and antibiotic and anti-inflammatory treatment.

Dry Eyes

Dry eye syndrome occurs when your eye does not produce enough tears to provide proper lubrication and moisture. A lack of lubrication of the eye can lead to excessive itchiness and discomfort. Dry eye syndrome can be caused by various factors, including medication side effects, disease symptoms, insufficient blinking, and the natural aging process. Environmental factors may also contribute to the dryness of a person’s eyes. At Batra Vision Medical Group, we will discuss various treatment options for dry eyes in order to help determine the best solution for you.

Optical Care

Batra Vision Medical Group offers a wide variety of contact lenses as well, including bifocal contact lenses, color contact lenses, extended wear contact lenses, and contact lenses designed for patients with dry eyes, keratoconus, or astigmatism.

Contact Batra Vision Medical Group

We encourage you to contact our office if you have an eye health concern or any questions not covered on this website. Our medical team and our staff are more than happy to provide information on improving and maintaining your eye health and eagerly await hearing from you.

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To schedule an appointment for glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy treatment in the Oakland and East Bay area, contact an ophthalmologist at Batra Vision Medical Group today.

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15051 Hesperian Blvd. Suite A
San Leandro, CA 94578
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