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Matthew B. Goren, MD
Chicago, IL
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I am an academic ophthalmologist on the faculty of Northwestern University Medical School, where I have taught since 1994. I maintain an active practice and focus on corneal and external diseases, although I also practice general ophthalmology.
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Ophthalmology
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it's connected: The drops are draining down your nasolacrimal duct into the back of your throat. Put pressure in corner between you eye and nose for a minute or two ... Read More
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wisdom teeth?: If you have no signs of infection or neurologic problems i would think it could wait. Pain associated with fever or discharge for example would be mo... Read More
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IV solution?: I assume you're asking about an IV infusion of "normal saline". It is used to increase blood volume which ultimately will raise blood pressure in pat... Read More
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Hard to say: From your question, but probably the most common cause would be migraine. You need to be evaluated though.
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Not really: Chlorine can irritate the eye, but not blepharitis specifically.
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Many reasons: Common reasons are trauma and nearsightedness. But many other disease conditions can lead to retinal tears and holes.
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might be nothing: But follow up with a doctor is a good idea.
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Cluster: Most likely a cluster headache. Ask your doc to be sure.
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Yes: If you develop a bad corneal ulcer that cannot be adequately treated. But this would be rare.
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More info please: the list of things that can cause a red eye is literally in the thousands. You need some more detail to narrow it down.
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Ask: Ask your neurologist or neuroophthalmologist. Each case is different. Could be something as simple as weight gain or in effectiveness of medication ... Read More
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Get examined: This could be a symptom of many different things, the most common probably dry eye or cataract or uncorrected astigmatism.
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Hard to know: without an exam. See a retina specialist. I wouldn't do anything for an eye with no symptoms. If you have significant symptoms surgery can be very ... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:
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Here's what it's not: An eye infection. It is something else, and likely dry eye.
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Maybe: Floaters are usually benign but you should see an ophthalmologist to make sure there is no retina problem.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Not really: opticians don't do the work to get you 20/20 vision. They fit and sell glasses. Ophthalmologists (who are MDs) and optometrists (who are not MDs) ar... Read More
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3 main ones: glaucoma, cataracts, and increased risk of infection.
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Dry eye or...: recurrent erosion syndrome. You should go see an eye doctor and preferably a specialist in cornea to check. This is easily treated.
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So complicated: This issue is way too complex for this forum. But to answer your question those two diamond burr procedures are the same.
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Dry eye : Is most likely. Get some OTC artificial tears to use. If it doesn't help go see an eyedoc.
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It could: Could be from floaters but I'd be concerned about concussion. Make sure you see your doctor.
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Get seen: Your eye isn't really smaller but your eyelid is probably drooping. You should see an eye doc to find out why.
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Hard to know: Just from your description. But you should get it checked out to get rid of your concerns.
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I doubt it: You should see your doctor to figure out why you are having pain in your ears.
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Yes: A good exam by a doctor and possibly an imaging study like a ct scan.
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A=A: That's what motion sickness is. You get nauseous and often throw up.
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No: Ringing in the ear has to be deeper than an external infection.
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No: Can't imagine how that will help at all.
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No: You shouldn't damage your throat by eating spicy food. But you may worsen reflux which can cause acid to get in your throat which could, over time, c... Read More
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Well,: Diet affects overall health, although i'm not sure specifically what you're asking.
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See your doc: Your thyroid levels could possibly be out of whack or you just might be sick with a viral illness.
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Antibiotics: You won't be contagious for sure after completing your course of antibiotics.
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No: Obviously you can't fall asleep and not fall asleep at the same time. But people with sleep disorders might experience these different symptoms at di... Read More
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Ophthalmologist: Only an ophthalmologist is going to be able to sort this out, and pretty easily. Yes, there are literally thousands of causes of these conditions.
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Control your RA: Is the best advice. Yes it is treatable if you get it but i wouldn't call it a "cure".
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Yes: You'll get used to it.
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Specialist?: Did they send you to a specialist? Obviously can't answer your question without seeing the cyst but depending on where in your eye it is you need to ... Read More
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Depends: For me, it's not so much of age as much as maturity. Someone has to have the maturity to give proper care to the use and maintenance of the lenses.
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Lubricant: These drops are lubricants used for dry eye. The only way to know if they work for you is to try them. Many people prefer other drops that don't hav... Read More
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Bone moves a lot: The stapes is one of the 3 tiny bones in your inner ear. The report suggests that it moves more than normal.
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Yes: It really doesn't matter where you put them, as long as they get in your eye. Most people find putting them in the conjunctival sac easier because yo... Read More
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Depends: Entirely on how much astigmatism there is. Very small amounts of cylinder may have a negligible effect on visual acuity.
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They feel it: When they examine you they are feeling a lymph node over your collar bone. I think 5mm is pretty small but be sure to ask them if they feel there is ... Read More
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Moderately bad: 3 diopters of cylinder is reasonably severe astigmatism. Not horrible, but not mild either.
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No: It may show certain things that can be wrong but certainly not everything.
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You're sick: Sounds like you've got a viral illness. Lots of fluids and rest. If things get bad call your doctor.
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PVC: Sounds like a premature ventricular contraction. Almost everyone has these but not everyone notices them. If they really bother you, see your doc to... Read More
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Yes: She should be seen. She'll probably be given a throat culture and possibly antibiotics.
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Get checked: You might have had a concussion and with those symptoms you get evaluated. Call your doctor.
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No: Not sure what you mean, but it would be crazy to put acid your eye. Are you talking about ingesting acidic substances? That wouldn't change eye colo... Read More
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Jul 18, 2015
Excellent, very helpful and detailed response!
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Goren is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Goren is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Dear Dr. Goren,
Thank you for your input on this issue. I have had really bad headaches on the top left of my head for over a year now and hx of shingles and never thoug...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank you! I went back today and my doctor looked right at my eye and could tell I was having a reaction. Thank you so much!!
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Thank goodness. I'd almost swear it was pharyngoconjunctival fever. As an adult, I've never been sicker. We still haven't recovered 100%.
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, IL
Graduated 1989MD
Awards
Top Ophthalmologist, Second Place, Illinois - Spring
2014
Top Ophthalmologist , Second Place, Illinois - Fall
2014
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