Eye conditions and treatments
As human beings, our eyes are also susceptible to various diseases and conditions. We know that every eye and every condition is unique. Therefore, we take a very precise approach to treating your condition in the way that is best suited to you. Our complementary team, in which every doctor is specialised in a sub-segment of ophthalmology, can treat the following eye conditions with personalised care:
Reduction of vision
Deteriorating vision is something that affects many people. Your near or far vision can get worse and/or images can appear slightly distorted. We will determine the cause and the appropriate treatment for you. Common forms of vision impairment include:
- Nearsightedness - You can see objects that are nearby clearly, but distant objects are blurred.
- Farsightedness - You can see distant objects better than objects nearby.
- Cylindrical divergence or astigmatism - Distortion of the image.
- Age-related farsightedness - From the age of 45, reading becomes more difficult because the lens of your eye loses some of its elasticity or accommodation power.
Cataract
A foggy or blurred vision, as well as a rapid worsening of your vision or rapid change in your glasses prescription can be a sign that the lens of your eye has become cloudy. During an operation, we replace your cloudy lens with a clear artificial lens.
Elevated ocular pressure and glaucoma
High pressure in your eyes can affect the nerve fibres in your eyes and gradually reduce your vision. After the age of 45, it is important to have your eye pressure tested regularly.
Dry eyes and
tear ducts
If you suffer from dry or watering eyes, we will determine whether your eyes produce enough fluid and/or whether your tear ducts still work properly.
Eyecenter Merelbeke is a specialised dry eye clinic where we can offer a long-acting treatment for dry eyes.
Conditions affecting the retina and
vitreous humour
Our retina ophthalmologist specialises in treating diseases of the retina, such as:
- Floaters
- Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Conditions of the retinal blood vessels, such as thrombosis
Eyelid corrections
Our eyelids can become infected, a lump, and sometimes even small cysts and tumours, can form on them. In addition, the natural ageing process can cause the eyelids to droop and cause complaints such as pressure on the eyes or even a reduced field of vision. The Eyecenter is specialised in performing blepharoplasty and correcting ptosis with a CO2 laser.
Crossed eyes or
double vision
Divergence or convergence of your eyes (inward or outward, and sometimes upward or downward) or poor convergence of the eyes leads to distorted vision.
Conicale cornea (Keratoconus)
The cornea of your eye is not only a protective layer, yet it also takes care of the eye’s focusing power. In combination with the lens of the eye it responsible for the sharpness of your vision. If the cornea’s shape is irregular, you will not be able to focus clearly and your image quality will be reduced.
