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I love the practice of ophthalmology and really enjoy helping patients with vision problems and diseases of the eye to see clearly once again through the miracle of modern medical technology.
Being at the very forefront of eye research, particularly when it comes to sight restoring operations using the very latest technology and lasers is what I live for and have dedicated my life toward.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. John Jarstadanswered
Ophthalmology 39 years experience
Not necessarily: Usually not. I agree with the other eyemds here. Soft contact lenses should be removed for about a week prior to measurements for lasik and hard or g... Read More
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Hand surgeon: Typically a trauma team withna hand surgeon. An orthopedic surgeon who has completed a hand fellowship.
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Early sign of MS: This could be the initial sign of multiple sclerosis, a demyelinating disease. There could be other causes but MS is the most likely.
Myelin is like t... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Yes they could: Because the sinuses surround the eyes on all sides, any sinus infection can cause pressure build up and cause eye pain. See an ENT doctor and get a si... Read More
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Eye Drops: Seasonal allergies are a real drag. I think an all out "no prisoners" approach is best. Follow the guidelines of dr. Faust ENT and use nasal sprays,... Read More
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Yes quite possibly: Cocaine is a potent topical anesthetic and a potent vasoconstrictor used legitimately in nasal and sinus surgery to shrink the nasal passages to allow... Read More
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It's coming!: Macula translocation operations are available currently but stem cell procedures will be the ultimate cure for central retina and foveal diseases or s... Read More
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No. It is inherited: Hereditary conditions are by definition genetically inherited. However recent research into stem cell treatment of inherited conditions of the eye ... Read More
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No: No scientific research to date shows any eye exercises that work to stop or reverse myopia. Some expensive eye training exercises have been tried to ... Read More
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Problems possible: Depends on how deep the laceration is and if any tendons or nerves are involved. See an orthopedic surgeon who is a hand specialist.
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Ophthalmology 39 years experience
Yes: It's possible to have a migraine without a headache. This is referred to as an ophthalmic migraine or atypical migraine. You should consult an ophth... Read More
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Botox or laser: One of the more exciting therapies short of laser skin resurfacing to tighten up and get rid of the lines, wrinkles and crow's feet is Botox injection... Read More
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Not at your age: A Lazy eye" amblyopia is usually caused by a refractive error that is not discovered before age 2. The brain will "turn off" the image coming fro... Read More
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Likely Blepharitis: Redness around the eyelids is almost certainly related to a condition referred to as blepharitis or inflammation of the eyelids. Surprizingly similar ... Read More
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Most likely: Probably no harm no foul but if you develop a discharge redness and infection you could have introduced mouth bacteria into your conjunctiva causing c... Read More
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Less than 20/20: Normal vision is defined as the average visual acuity that a person with "normal' vision can see at 20 feet. Thus if someone can't see those letters ... Read More
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Yes Eyedrops: For Lasik surgery we typically give both a sedative / muscle relaxer (like Valium - Benzodiazepine) and a topical anesthetic like lidocaine gel or pro... Read More
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Madaurosis: Madaurosis or loss of eyelashes is most commonly the result of a staph infection of the eyelid margin called blepharitis. Treatment with warm compres... Read More
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Not Likely: While there are some good studies from Israel and SIngapore that try to answer the "chicken or egg" cause, most myopia is inherited from the parents. ... Read More
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A 46-year-old female asked:
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Blepharospasm/stress: Twitching of the eyelid is most commonly due to stress or dry eye, but a thyroid condition can also cause eyelid twitching or blepharospasm.
I would ... Read More
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Ophthalmology 39 years experience
Glare from headlight: Glare from oncoming car headlights is generally the first symptom. Everyone can be annoyed from xenon or bright blue headlights coming toward you on a... Read More
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There's a limit: There is a limit to how many times a cornea can be operated upon safely. Depending on the thickness of the cornea, the health of the endothelium (cel... Read More
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Use hot packs: A stye is due to an infection at the edge of the eyelid where the oil producing (Meibomian) glands are blocked. Using a warm compress (many patients ... Read More
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YES: Yes, I would suggest an autorefraction with a hand held autorefractor, preferably at a pediatric ophthalmologist's office.
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Could be Chlamydia: If you are sexually active, it could be pink eye due to a chlamydia infection. You should both be seen by an ophthalmologist and have cultures taken ... Read More
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Almost never: With the advent of micro incision cataract surgery (mics), there are fewer and fewer contraindications for cataract surgery. We have even operated on... Read More
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It's best as a rule: Avoiding activities following cataract surgery is advisable for two reasons: 1. You've just had major eye surgery and likely taken a sedative or given... Read More
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Not like the past: Twenty years ago when i had my eyes treated it was about 11/10 for pain. Today by pretreating with non steroidal anti inflammatory drops ( like Motri... Read More
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Yes: Clean it well with soap and water. I would also rinse it in 3% hydrogen peroxide then putnon the superglue followed by antibiotic ointment and a clean... Read More
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It Depends: It depends. If you are over 60, have diabetes, glaucoma, a family history of glaucoma or were exposed to second hand cigarette smoke or smoke yourself... Read More
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Not well proven: Scientific studies have not proven any association between use of a computer monitor and radiation induced cataracts- so at this point and from my exp... Read More
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See a Rheumatologist: The triad of urethritis, iritis and arthritis are the hallmarks of reiter's syndrome. Each one can be treated by a specialist in that area but for th... Read More
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No Light Perception: Nlp or no light perception is the clinical term.
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Most likely dry eyes: This is likely due to keratoconjunctivitus sicca or dry eye syndrome. You should try artificial tear lubricants three times a day. If no better you sh... Read More
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It's too dry: This is usually due to dry eye, blepharitis or "dandruff" of the eyelids or it could be due to an undiagnosed thyroid condition. Stress and long hours... Read More
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Yes Atropine drops: Atropine eyedrops have a proven record of reducing the progression of myopia. See an ophthalmologist.
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Visine Gets Red Out: This is the one condition we recommend using Visine (gets the red out) eyedrops for. Use visine with Tetrahydrozoline 1 drop twice a day for 2 weeks ... Read More
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Blepharitis-dandruff: This is caused by blepharitis or dandruff of the eyelids. It is typically caused by a staph infection that is almost always curable with antibiotic oi... Read More
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A 27-year-old male asked:
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Ophthalmology 39 years experience
Stress? Diabetes?: The stress of major surgery or undiagnosed diabetes could be the likely cause of an elevated blood sugar.
I would have the reading rechecked about on... Read More
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No damage: Studies have concluded that in order to cause any damage to the retina from light (phototoxicity) a bright light would have to be focused sharply on t... Read More
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Not likely: More likely due to his age and lack of pigment in the lens of the child's eye. This is normal and as a person gets older and more exposed to ultravio... Read More
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Dry Eye Syndrome: If you wear contacts they act as a moist sponge to retain water and keep your eye lubricated. When your contacts are out your eyes are succeptible to... Read More
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Could be allergic: You could have an allergy to either the antibiotic polysporin or the preservative. I would suggest stopping the medicine, using a drop of artificial ... Read More
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Try cortisone cream: You can try a 1% over the counter cortisone cream aplied to the area that itches twice a day for a week. If it's still a problem after that you schou... Read More
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Blepharitis-dandruff: This is caused by blepharitis or dandruff of the eyelids. It is typically caused by a staph infection that is almost always curable with antibiotic oi... Read More
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Yes or Glaucoma: The frontal sinus is located directly behind the eyebrow. Alternatively, a glaucoma attack or chronic glaucoma may begin this way. I would advise yo... Read More
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Migraine or glaucoma: This could be migraine particularly if you have the classic symptoms of an expanding circle of light that progresses to a zig zag pattern that precede... Read More
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Usually Yes: A too tight fitting contact lens or a condition called gpc (giant papillary conjunctivitis) is the most likely cause. You should return to your eye do... Read More
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It's risky: You could but the stye is a sign your mascara reservoir could be harboring infectious bacteria. I would suggest you use hot packs consisting of a war... Read More
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Mold spores: Mold is likely. Install an electrostatic air filter / cleaner and wash the element in the dishwasher monthly with a tablespoon of household bleach. ... Read More
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Washington School of Medicine, WA
Graduated 1984MD
Publications
Immediate Adjustment of Intraocular Pressure following Micro-incision Cataract Surgery May Reduce risk of Cystoid Macular Edema,
Immediate Adjustment of Intraocular Pressure following Micro-incision Cataract Surgery May Reduce risk of Cystoid Macular Edema,
Comparison of Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty vs Penetrating Keratoplasy in Egypt
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