Ophthalmologist ·
Aster CMI Hospital , Bangalore, India
13 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Kannada , English ,Hindi
Specialises in:
Dr Ashwin Santosh Shetty has treated a wide variety of conditions with high success rate and accuracy. Some of the conditions treated by the doctor are:
An ophthalmologist treats diabetic retinopathy based on several factors, such as the severity of the condition and response to previous treatments. Some effective treatment methods include laser treatment, injections, and eye surgery. The doctor might prescribe some antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis. Antibiotics might help lessen the length of infection.
Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of eye diseases are as follows:
Routine eye exams are the best way to avoid any vision problems. In case you did not have an eye exam for more than a year, you should schedule a visit with your eye doctor. Being aware of some warning signs can help you take the required steps for the health of your eyesight, especially if the vision symptoms appear suddenly. In most cases, detached retina and onset of glaucoma, quick intervention is required to minimize the permanent vision loss.
The working hours of doctor Ashwin Santosh Shetty are 10 am to 5 pm. The average work hours of the doctor is 47 hours per week.
The popular procedures that Dr.Ashwin Santosh Shetty performs are listed below:
LASIK or laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis is a common eye procedure performed when a person wants better vision and does not want to wear contact lenses and glasses. LASIK is the most common type of eye surgery that fixes issues with the way the eyes focus. The procedure is performed using a laser to remove tissues.
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Ophthalmologists are doctors who handle the medical aspects of eye care, such as treatment, surgery, and prescription of glasses and contact lenses as well as medicines for different eye problems. Some ophthalmologists work with other eye care team, coordinate with optometrists as well as other medical professionals to provide care for chronic eye conditions. Ophthalmologists also actively involved in eye surgeries and conduct research to find the causes and treatment of eye problems and vision issues. Apart from this, ophthalmologists also see health problems that not linked to the eyes but might be diagnosed during a routine eye examination.
An opthalmologist may suggest the below-listed tests for the diagnosis of eye conditions:
Eye exams are critical because severe eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy may have minimal symptoms until the condition has progressed. An eye exam involves a number of tests to check your vision and eye diseases. An opthalmologist will perform a series of tests to find out the eye problem and will recommend a treatment plan.
An individual needs to consult an opthalmologist in case of the below situations:
If you notice the above-listed signs and symptoms, you are suggested to see an opthalmologist for a proper diagnosis of the condition. The opthalmologist will evaluate the test reports and will plan the treatment that is best for you.
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Glaucoma in general involves the disorder of the eye that damages the optic nerve of the patient. Surgery is performed to lower the pressure inside the eye. There are different types of surgeries that are performed according to the requirements: