Ophthalmologist ·
Lifecare Hospital, Musaffah , Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
18 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English , Malayalam
Dr Sheena Balakrishnan is a renowned ophthalmologist who has vast experience in various surgeries and can treat a number of conditions listed below:
Some of the most common eye conditions that the ophthalmologist treats are Diabetic Retinopathy, Dry eye Syndrome, and Conjunctivitis. The doctor might prescribe some antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis. Antibiotics might help lessen the length of infection. For dry eyes, the doctor will do physical examinations, and treatment may include use of artificial tears and reduce tear drainage.
Eye conditions can produce different symptoms and these can differ from person to person. Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of eye conditions include:
If you did not have an eye examination for more than one year, you must consult your opthalmologist. You should remain aware of some warning signs of eye problems as this can help you take the required steps for the health of your eyesight. In some cases, detached retina and onset of glaucoma, quick intervention is required to minimize the permanent vision loss.
You can consult Dr Sheena Balakrishnan from 10 am to 5 pm. The ophthalmologist works an average of 47 hours per week.
Dr Sheena Balakrishnan is an experienced opthalmologist who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below:
LASIK is the most common type of eye surgery that fixes issues with the way the eyes focus. It could be an alternative to glasses and contact lenses. During this surgery, a special kind of cutting laser is utilized to change the shape of the clear tissue in the cornea to improve vision.
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An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who is trained in vision and eye care. Ophthalmologists are different from optometrists and opticians because of their different levels of training and the conditions they diagnose and treat. Some ophthalmologists work closely with other medical experts to provide care for chronic eye conditions. An ophthalmologist also diagnoses as well as treats eye conditions, does eye surgeries, and participates in scientific research on the causes and treatment for eye diseases and vision issues. Sometimes, ophthalmologists also detect health issues that are not related to the eyes but become clear in a routine eye exam. The ophthalmologist recommends that the person should consult their doctor.
For the evaluation of your eye condition, you have to get certain tests done which may include the following:
An opthalmologist may perform a number of different tests to evaluate your vision and diseases. Each test will evaluate some specific aspect of vision. The doctor may direct a beam of light in your eyes to look for any abnormalities in the retina. They design the treatment plan posts after evaluating the test reports.
In the below-listed situations, you must seek assistance from an opthalmologist:
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: