Eye Disease Management

At Wally Kojima, O.D. and Associates, we mean business when it comes to your eye health. We have technology to diagnose and manage various ocular diseases. So, if any of the following eye diseases is troubling your eyesight in Kailua-Kona, HI, book an appointment with an eye doctor on our optometry team for an eye exam or eye disease management.

Eye Disease Management

Eye Diseases an Eye Doctor on Our Team Can Help Manage

Infections

If your eyes are infected with bacteria, viruses, or fungi, you can experience symptoms like eye discharge, redness, and swelling. Depending on the cause of the infection, an optometrist on our optometry team may recommend antibiotic eye drops and other medications to provide eye disease management.

Dry Eye Syndrome

If your eyes have a burning or gritty feeling, you could have dry eyes. This condition is common in patients who use contact lenses, spend too much time behind a computer, or are exposed to dry weather conditions. Besides, this condition is prevalent in senior patients because tear production reduces as you age. A common method of management for dry eye syndrome is artificial tears.

Glaucoma

This condition occurs when pressure builds up in the eye, causing permanent damage to the optic nerve. Unfortunately, patients with glaucoma may only experience symptoms when the disease has already caused damage. We usually recommend routine eye exams, especially if you are older, to detect glaucoma at an early stage. Diagnosis for glaucoma includes eye pressure tests and scrutinizing the optic nerve damage. While glaucoma can’t be cured, eye drops and eye disease management of the underlying condition may stop its progression.

Cataracts

If your vision looks foggy or clouded, you may have a cataract. Cataracts blur your vision, making carrying out activities like reading, driving at night, and recognizing faces challenging. Prescription eyeglasses may work for cataracts, but surgery may be the only option if the condition lowers your quality of life. Cataract surgery involves replacing the clouded lens with artificial ones.

Macular Degeneration

As you age, proteins may build up in your macula, or blood vessels may grow behind your retina, leaking fluids into your macula. As a result, your macula may become damaged, resulting in loss of central vision. The treatment for macular degeneration involves injections and laser therapy.

Diabetic Retinopathy

If you have diabetes, you are at risk of many diseases, including diabetic retinopathy. This eye condition occurs when high blood sugar damages blood vessels in the retina, resulting in gradual blindness. This condition can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam from an optometrist on our team. Treatment involves managing your diabetes, but laser treatment and injections may be recommended for advanced cases.

Get Eye Disease Management with an Eye Exam from an Optometrist on Our Optometry Team

Looking for eye disease management services in Kailua-Kona, HI? Visit an eye doctor on our optometry at Wally Kojima, O.D. and Associates for personalized treatment. Call us at (808) 331-8081.

Office Hours

Monday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Tuesday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Wednesday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

2:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Saturday

9:30 am - 2:00 pm

2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Sunday

Closed

Monday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuesday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Wednesday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Thursday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Friday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Saturday
9:30 am - 2:00 pm 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Sunday
Closed

Location

Located Inside Costco