Scime Samuel G, MD

How do you cope with your low vision?

I use some low vision devices to help me in daily living changes. You can also have a try. Here are some devices you can use: Strong magnifying lenses with extra illumination, for reading and other near vision work. Audio tapes, specially adapted computer or television screens, and telescopes. Lens filters and shields to reduce glare.

How long does a blood clot in the eye last?

So, a blood clot could be resulted from physical injury or some problems with your eyes, in a word, the reasons for it could be complicated. However, once got the blood clot, you should follow the doctor's advice and get eye drops on a regular basis, try to take a surgery if necessary. Generally speaking, it could last for about one month, based on your situation.

Is Salmon good for eye health?

It is true that Salmon is good for eye health. As we know, Salmon contains rich omega-3 fatty acid, which is really useful to lower cholesterol and to prevent vascular disease. What's more, Salmon is also beneficial to our eyes, especially glaucoma and cataract. At the same time, it can also activate enervated retinal cells to improve eyesight and to prevent nearsightedness.

What are colored contact lenses make women's eyes sexier ?

I was told that the eyes are windows of heart. Not only mouth, but also eyes can talk. Many fashion guys are on fire for colored contact lenses. With different dress and makeup, they choose different contacts. For Orientals, grey makes your eyes blankness, blue looks like a foreigner, black do looks bigger, but false, while purple makes you somewhat sexy and Lolita. White people is suitable for any color because of the color of skin.

How to clean my dyed white glasses frame?

Here I suggest you to take it to your local eyeglasses store. they will use a kind of special cleaner to make the stain gone. Please do not clean it just by yourself, or it will damage your eyeglasses.

Do I need to pay for the lens fitting in eye exam?

It should depend on the doctor's office policy and normally you will be charged for the service you get. Before the exam, you should tell him that you don't need the lens fitting. If they insist on giving you the service you don't want then change for another doctor.

Where could I go to have a stuck contact lens removed?

You can go to any optician and ask them for help. Most opticians would be happy to remove it for you. even if you don’t get your contacts from them.

Can fireworks blind you?

Yes, it is very dangerous to eyes if you get some fireworks. It will cause the blindness because of the strong stimulation from the inner strong irritates. You should get away from the fireworks which will be so dangerous. The eyes should be protected carefully. You should keep the good habit of life to keep the health of the eyes.

Is it ok to scuba diving after corneal transplant?

Well, looks like you like to take that sports very much, so I know that scuba diving is one of the most amazing sports in the world. Anyway, I should say, you cannot try to do that before you are fully recovered you know? Because scuba diving would make your eye pressure higher, which is quite dangerous to your eye health. And I recommend that you follow the doctor's advice.

Does pink eye go away and come back?

Yeah, actually the pink eyes you get is not cured fully. That is why you feel hat you get it again. After four days protection of eyes and treatment, your original pink eyes get the release or become the symptom of recovery. At this time, you should continue to do the treatment, using the eye drops continuously. And the eyes then are weak at the immune system which may be infected again after contacting with the dust, sand and other dirty things. Thus, you'd better keep doing the treatment.