According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pink eye is one of the most common reasons for missed school and work days, with an estimated 6 million cases occurring in the United States each year.
What many people don’t realize is that there are different causes for having red eyes or pink eye.
Viral pink eye is caused by a virus, such as the common cold or flu, and is highly contagious. It typically starts in one eye and spreads to the other. Symptoms include watery and itchy eyes, light sensitivity, and a clear or slightly yellow discharge.
Treatment: Treatment includes self-care measures such as applying a warm or cold compress, using artificial tears, and avoiding touching or rubbing the eyes. Antiviral medications may also be prescribed.
Bacterial pink eye is caused by a bacterial infection and is also contagious. It is often accompanied by a thicker, yellow, or green discharge, which may crust over the eyelashes.
Treatment: Treatment involves the use of antibiotic eye drops or ointment to kill the bacteria and prevent the further spread of the infection.
Allergic pink eye is caused by an allergic reaction to substances such as pollen, dust, or makeup. It is not contagious and is characterized by itchy, watery eyes and swelling.
Treatment: Treatment includes the use of over-the-counter or prescription antihistamines, decongestants, and/or mast cell stabilizers to reduce inflammation and relieve symptoms.
This type of pink eye is caused by exposure to irritants such as smoke, chlorine, or other chemicals.
Treatment: It can be treated by avoiding the irritant and using lubricating eye drops.
If you suspect that you have pink eye, it is important to see our eye doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. Our optometrists can determine the cause of your pink eye and provide the appropriate treatment to help you recover quickly and prevent complications. If you are searching for an eye doctor near you, visit our experienced optometrists in Bellflower.
Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is a common eye condition characterized by inflammation of the conjunctiva (a thin, transparent membrane lining the inside of the eyelid and covering the white part of the eye). This inflammation can cause redness, swelling, and discharge in the whites of the eyes, as well as itching, burning, and a feeling of grit in the eyes.
If you experience any of the following symptoms, we recommend you to see our eye doctor as soon as possible. While pink eye rarely leads to complications, early treatment can help reduce the risk of spreading the infection to others, reduce the risk of any complications, and can also help alleviate symptoms more quickly.
If you or your child has pink eye, it is essential to follow proper hygiene measures to prevent spreading the infection to others. This includes washing your hands frequently, avoiding touching your eyes, and disposing of tissues properly.
As a leading provider of medical and specialized eye care in Bellflower, our experienced eye doctors are well-equipped to help patients with a pink eye. If you or a loved one has a pink eye and are located in or around Bellflower, please call (562) 925-6591 to schedule a medical eye exam. Patients searching for advanced medical eye care visit our clinic from all over California, and we are proud to be a leading provider of medical eye care services for patients from Bellflower, Long Beach, Lakewood, and Los Angeles.
I haven't actually used the optometrist side, so my review is limited to the vision therapy offered. This office was recommended by my occupational therapist for the treatment of my double vision following a stroke.
Love this location. I had a brain injury accident from day one one. All the team make you feel you still important and hope in the horizon after when the medical system fell you miserably. Dr. Ikeda very professional and very understanding about your issue. Two tombs up.
My husband and I were immediately impressed with Dr Ikeda. I was hit by a car while cycling which caused broken bones and three brain injuries. The brain injuries caused double vision. Dr. Ikeda examined my eyes and got me started on vision therapy with his occupational therapist who specializes in vision therapy. She (Chris) is absolutely great. I am impressed with the array of tools used to help recover my binocular vision. I am doing things I never thought were possible (balance boards etc). Chris pushes me and keeps me motivated. I really enjoy my sessions with her. The office staff is always friendly and they have a wonderful appointment reminder tool that makes it easy to keep my calendar up to date. I am happy the rehab center at Little Co. of Mary recommended them!!
The Vision Therapy is handled in a separate office through a different door from the shared waiting room. Chris, the vision therapist, has a wide and varied assortment of tools, equipment and resources to best evaluate and treat most vision issues. After just a few visits, my double vision became easier to control, using exercises developed during the therapy process. It was time well-spent.
I have been coming here since I can remember. I love it here. The staff is so amazing and nice. They explain everything they gonna do and never make you feel rushed. Dr. Ikeda has always been my doctor and I would never want another one. He is the doctor for my whole family and is always asking how everyone is doing. I am also so crazy about picking out my frames and have to try so many and each person who helps me take the time and lets me try them all on. I would never want to go anywhere else! I definitely would recommend this office to anyone looking for a great eye doctor.
This is not for the eye exam but for the frames selection portion. I brought my prescription from Kaiser here with my VSP insurance. The reception staff was very polite and professional. Manny helped me to pick out frames and explain my coverage. Very helpful and patient not like the individual at the other place I rated here on Yelp. I was running late and he still helped me and was not bothered at all. I am so glad I came here ..........very pleased.
Very professional staff and pleasant.
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