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Navigating Eye Disease at Rock optiX
At Rock optiX, our team is here to help diagnose and manage eye diseases like glaucoma, cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and conjunctivitis.
Early detection is essential, and regular eye exams can help our team stay ahead of developing eye disease issues.
Book an appointment with us for a comprehensive exam.
Diagnosis & Management
At Rock optiX, we strive to provide excellent vision care for our patients, which means providing early diagnosis and personalized management options.
Our approach to eye disease puts our patients first and keeps them informed and comfortable throughout the diagnosis process.
Contact us to book a comprehensive eye exam and preserve your vision today.
Exploring Different Eye Issues
Learning about the forms of eye disease can help you recognize some of the signs. Early recognition and diagnosis can make a big difference in eye disease management.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that affect and damage the optic nerve.
Some forms of glaucoma can develop due to fluid pressure building up in the eye, called intraocular pressure, that can disrupt the image transmission to the brain.
At Rock optiX, we use Goldmann applanation tonometry to measure intraocular pressure and help diagnose glaucoma. For more information, please visit our page on glaucoma management.
Cataracts
Cataracts develop when the normally clear lens of the eye becomes clouded due to proteins in the eye clumping together, preventing the lens from sending clear images to the retina.
Vision changes due to cataracts can be corrected with prescription lenses, but surgery is the only option to fully restore vision.
For more information, visit our cataract surgery consultation page.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye condition that blurs your central vision. AMD occurs due to damage to your macula, which is responsible for sharp, straight-ahead vision.
AMD is the leading cause of vision loss in older adults.
There are 2 main types of AMD:
- Dry AMD is the most common form of the disease, occurring when the macula thins.
- Wet AMD is a late-stage type of AMD that causes faster and more severe vision loss. Wet AMD is the less common form of the disease, occurring when abnormal blood vessels grow in the back of the eye and damage the macula.
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis, or pink eye, is the inflammation or infection of the transparent membrane that lines the eyelid and covers the white of the eyes, caused by bacterial or viral infections or allergic reactions.
Conjunctivitis can be contagious and may cause eye pain and severe redness.
The common signs and symptoms of conjunctivitis can include:
- Eye redness
- Itchy eyes
- Discharge in the affected eye
- A gritty feeling in the eyes
Helping Manage Eye Disease
At Rock optiX, our team prides itself on providing experienced and comprehensive vision care. Our dedication to vision care includes diagnosing and managing eye disease and other eye issues.
Contact us to book an appointment to prevent and manage eye disease today.
Our Location
We’re conveniently located at the corner of Main Street and Plain Street (Route 109 and Route 115). If you have any trouble finding us, please give us a call.
Our Address
- 840 Main St STE 112
- Millis, MA 02054
Contact Us
- Phone: 508-376-2539
- Email: rockoptix@gmail.com
Hours of Operation
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
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