Regular Care of Vision: Vitamins

Eyes are an important organ of our body that needs care. Vitamins are necessary for the eyes for people with impaired vision, and to all who have to strain their eyes for a long time for work. In other words, if you spend much time in front of a computer – you should read below:

Dr. William Boothe discusses a few patients who need vitamins:
• First, those who suffer from myopia or hyperopia
• Secondly, those whose age is approaching 40 years or who is more than 50 (Age related changes in the eye begin during this period)
• Third, women with varicose veins (retina eye is exposed to thrombosis)
• Fourth, people with glaucoma and cataracts
• Fifth, patients with diabetes (the disease always affects the eyes)

You can choose vitamins in the form of tablets or eye drops containing vitamins in the right quantities. The latter is usually used occasionally and to use them constantly is not recommended. Make sure you see Dr. Boothe before using any types of drops to make sure you are getting the right one for your condition (to prevent cataracts, to prevent “night blindness”, etc.)
If you are looking for vitamins for the eyes in the form of tablets or a drink, you should pay attention to the following components:

Vitamin A: This is necessary for normal functioning of the retina. In natural form it can be found in orange fruits and vegetables: carrots, blueberries, grapefruit, turnips, and so on. But do not abuse this vitamin – too much is harmful to the liver.

Riboflavin, Vitamin B: Stops corneal dystrophy. Vitamin B is contained in mushrooms, vegetables, and sour-milk products. Vitamins in this group have a positive effect on nerve cells, which transmits impulses from the retina to the cerebral cortex.

Vitamin C: Vitamin C is important for eye health. It is found in wild rose, cabbage, citrus fruits, black currants, and new potatoes.

Vitamin D: This vitamin is largely involved in calcium absorption, which is necessary for the muscles, but its deficiency often leads to myopia. This vitamin is synthesized in the body when exposed to sunlight.

Vitamin E:To avoid the risk of retinal detachment, it is necessary to use vitamin E. This is found in vegetable oil, nuts and grains. However, the concentration of vitamins contained in these foods is insufficient for the prevention of eye diseases as well as to treat them. It is therefore desirable to take special vitamins for the eyes which Dr. Boothe of Boothe Eye Care can prescribe, because he is aware of their effectiveness.

Do not forget about folic acid! Taking it improves vision. This substance is involved in blood formation, as well as in many metabolic processes. Folic acid found in parsley, lettuce and spinach.

Lutein has a good healing effect on the eyes. Lutein is the main pigment of the retina that is responsible for clear vision. Lutein has a restorative and anti-inflammatory effect and protects the eyes from free radicals that destroy cells of the eye and negatively affect the clarity of vision.

So, if your eyes get tired quickly, have sharp falls of view, have to work without interruption in front of a computer monitor and already have some vision problems – you definitely need to take special complex of vitamins for the eyes.

Special preparations for laser surgery are not required!
Before the laser correction treatment the patient undergoes a detailed eye examination with the most modern diagnostic equipment. This diagnosis involves checking the visual acuity of 20 tests, the prognosis of vision after surgery, and the nature the patient’s eyes. The parameters of each eye are checked, along with the power of the lens of the eye, the thickness and size of the cornea, and the measurement of intraocular pressure. Computer topograms of the cornea are also taken. At this stage the diagnosis is able to identify existing diseases and contraindications. All patients with high myopia have the bottom of their eyes examined by Dr. Boothe. If necessary, he prescribes and schedules the necessary treatment, including using an argon laser to prevent retinal detachment.

As a result of the whole complex of eye research Dr. Boothe determines whether excimer laser surgery is appropriate for a patient or if they need a different method, if an operation is contraindicated.
After the patient gets the go ahead from Dr. Boothe to schedule a laser procedure, Dr. Boothe will give detailed instructions. Dr. Boothe will talk about the essence of the operation and compliance of the necessary rules. It is important that you are familiar with the whole process. As a result, you will be not afraid and will be able to make an informed choice.

Instructions for patients undergoing laser eye correction:

• Prior to the diagnosis and correction you cannot wear contact lenses for: soft – 2 days, hard – 2 weeks.
• Do not drink alcohol for two days before the correction.
• On the day of the operation thoroughly wash your face and your hair and do not use perfumes, deodorants and cosmetics.
• It is desirable to be wearing a cotton blouse, or a shirt with a wide neck.
• Have breakfast and take sunglasses with you. You may need them in the first few hours after the correction.
• Be sure to have a passport or identification document.
• You can have someone accompany you, but it is best if they come after the operation.

Why do patients choose Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center?

The individual treatment program boasts high standards of medicine at Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center. We offer great service, convenience and comfort for the patient, qualified personnel and professional work. We guarantee each and every patient that the diagnosis and treatment will be performed at the highest level within the most modern methods, materials and equipment.
In our book reviews – hundreds of patients from around the world have expressed joy and gratitude for the fact that we were able to create a small miracle – permanently help them to get rid of their glasses and restore vision. We at Boothe Eye Care & Laser Center are happy to make our patients happy!