Dr. Caridad Santos
Ophthalmology
SARASOTA, FL
66 years experience female
About
Bio
i practised ophthalmology for 10 yrs in the Philippines and 27 years in Florida. my passion is eye mission work. I have organized and completed 50 eye missions in the third world from 1979 to the end of 2008: Philippines, south america: bolivia, peru, el salvador; central america: guatemala; west indies: st kitts and nevis.
For about 12 yrs faculty of keratorefractive eye surgery contributing articles at the AAO. My patients were treated compassionately as family, listening to their problems aside from their vision difficulties.
Awards: Rotary international, Zonta, University of Santo Tomas humanitarian jubilarian , College of the Holy Spirit 100 outstanding alumnae humanitarian award, Girls Scouts crystal heart, cover of Woman magazine
book: To See Again, Amazon.com
14 journal articles
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Ophthalmology
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Keratoconjunctivitis: You probably had adenoviral conjunctivitis followed by keratoconjunctivitis esp on your left leading to corneal inflammation and fogginess of vision, ... Read More
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See a neurologist: Do not ignore and see a neurologist to find out cause of your problem.
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Exposure to sun: Exposure to sun with retin a (tretinoin) may cause it.
Avoid exposure to sun when using retin a (tretinoin).
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Migraine: Sounds like migraine. Do take a migraine med as prescribed by your doctor.
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Edema: Edema is swelling usually due to fluid retention.
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Underdeveloped o d's: One may be born with underdeveloped optic discs in which the discs appear quite small and there may be an associated abnormality of the optic nerves c... Read More
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verymild irritation: Nothing to worry about. Best to close your eyes if you are bothered.
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Light flashes: If they floaters are accompanied by light flashes then see a retinal specialist right away for possible rd.
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Time swollen: If swollen within 24 hrs cold compress . If after 24 hrs warm compress.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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recurrent sinus : Causes may be tobacco use, change of weather, and allergens.
If persistent with postnasal drip may need an antibiotic aside from antihistaminic
see ... Read More
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sebaceous cyst: This is probably a sebaceous cyst which can be easily excised removing the sac with sebum.
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superior levator: To roll the eyeball upwards, the superior levator muscle contracts.
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Lacrimal plug: You should see an ophthalmologist who inserts punctal lacrimal plugs. This plug is easily inserted into the lower punctum under topical anesthetic dro... Read More
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allergy preservative: Allergy to preservative in eye drops can cause irritation to previously tolerated contacts. Only use preservative free eye drops
contact shd also be ... Read More
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Mild irritation: The eye quickly protects the cornea by profusely tearing and washing the acidic lemon out.
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Allergy: Do check with an allergologist to find out what you are allergic to. This allergen is something that you are exposed to constantly; ex detergent in yo... Read More
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Defective left cl: Check your contact lenses. The left one may have a scratch or deposit which causes your left eye to hurt when it is on. It may have to be replaced.
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See an orthopedic md: You may be having arthritis of neck or disc herniation.
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Moisturizer cream: Use the above for 15 min 3x daily and before bedtime in gentle upward swirling motions.
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Toric contact lenses: Yes you can wear special contact lenses toric lenses which correct your astigmatism as well as your myopia. These can be hard or soft.
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Use less or avoid: Any ointment causes blurriness. You may be suing too much: just a bit will do. If blurriness persists stop using the ointment and stick to long lasti... Read More
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Check up right away: You could have a subdural hemorrhage which manifests symptoms such as severe headache, disorientation after 24 hrs. Have ourself checked right away.
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Chalazion: A chalazion is an inflammatory mass in the eyelid surrounded by a cyst wall. Unless properly excised and removed to include the cyst wall. It will pe... Read More
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clean,antibiotic: If the cut is supeficial, just clean and apply an antibiotic ointment. It will heal in less than a day. If deeper do see an ophthalmologist.
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Sleep and water: Sleep at least 7 hrs per night
drink lots of water
avoid direct sunlight.
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See your family md: Your family md can refer you to an oral specialist or oropharyngeal surgeon if needed. Sounds like an infection and you should be given antibiotics an... Read More
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Amsler grid: No you should be tested with a simple amsler grid available in all eye offices to see if you are developing macular or retinal trouble.
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Which part of eye ?: If not the cornea: this will heal in less than a day: apply antibiotic drops
if the cornea: may tear profusely and needs to be seen by an ophthalmolo... Read More
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Remove make up: Yes but be sure to remove all make up carefully before you sleep or whenever you get home.
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Eczema allergy: The cause of the eczema may be eye make up which you apply to the eyebrows, etc. Avoid applying all make up and see if the eczema clears up.
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decongestant eye gtt: Decongestant eye drops such as visine can do this but is not advisable as it leads to a vicious cycle and is just temporary.
When the blood vessels ... Read More
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Ocular migraine: Onesided headache with pain focused on one eye accompanied by pulsation.
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Rubbing too hard: Rubbing too hard may be harmful causing capillary breakage, subconjunctival hemorrhage
best to avoid.
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Change sleep habits: Only use the bedroom to sleep not to watch tv or read etc
exercise about 2 hrs before sleeping
drink 1 tbsp honey in warm chamomile tea
no stimulan... Read More
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foreign body: Could be a foreign body from bedsheet, . Flush out with water holding down lower lid and holding up upper lid
if still persistent go see an ophthalm... Read More
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good refraction: Yes dilating is necessary for a good refraction for glasses. No pain just mild sting. To avoid closing eyes when applying drops look up and pull lower... Read More
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Poisonous or not: If a harmless spider, just apply cold compress within first 24 hrs of bite and then warm compress.
If poisonous such as tarantula, go to emergency ro... Read More
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Vascular problem: No you should consult a cardiologist as this is related to your cardiac rate.
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no: As long as your bath water is clean and your hands are clean.
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Wash face frequently: Wash your face frequently while at work and after work
use a protective face cover while frying food.
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wash contacts: Remove and wash contacts thoroughly with saline solution without preservatives. Inspect contact to see if there is any foreign body stuck in it. Also ... Read More
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Antibiotic: The eyebrow must be infected with bacteria. You need a local antibiotic cream plus possibly ANA oral antibiotic . See your doctor for a prescription.
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Diff prognosis: Few floaters seen are of no significance.
Posterior vitreous detachment should be rechecked in a month to make sure that it does not lead to retinal ... Read More
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allergy preservative: Sounds like allergy to preservative in eyedrops as itchiness is in drainage area: sup and inf punctae
stop eye drops and use only oral med antihistam... Read More
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Optic neuritis: Optic neuritis may cause headaches. It is usually responsive to steroids given intravenously and then orally and then tapered off when disc swelling r... Read More
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Check up right away: Do see a neurologist right away . He can order tests such as cat scan, mri, xrays, to see if you have any brain damage. Do not delay!
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Pinguecula: Probably this is a pinguecula which is a response of the white blood cells of the eye to an allergen such as dust etc. This may or may not progress to... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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See a neurologist: Do not ignore and see a neurologist to find out cause of your symptoms and signs.
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sinusitis: Any postnasal drip on getting up? Could be sinus trouble. See an otolaryngologist.
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Good treatment: Weaning steroids is important and treatment should not have any side effects on baby via breastfeeding.
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Santos is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Santos is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I thought it may be draining since the swelling became so intense
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I have been considering punctual plugs, thanks for confirming.
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Can these lumps lead to something else and do they go away?
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Philippines
Graduated 1957MD
Residency
st clare's hospital nyc
Completed 1960
Awards
service award rotary international, zonta club of sarasota, humanitarian award, university of santo tomas jubilarian, 100 outstanding alumnae and humanitarian award, college of the holy spirit, girls scout crystal heart
HealthTap Founding Doctor
Affiliations
sarasota rotary club, zonta club of sarasota, ladies guild and choir st michael's church
asian women's cultural assn sarasota fl
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