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read moreDr. Stone, Dr. Rusinek and Dr. Compton are comprehensive ophthalmologists offering surgical treatment of eye diseases along with routine eye care. The office may be contacted at (919) 467-4500. At Wake Ophthalmology we provide routine eye care as well as specialized eye care for more complex eye disease. Our surgeons perform cataract surgery, cosmetic and functional eyelid surgery, tear duct procedures, laser treatment for for various conditions. Outpatient procedures are performed at WakeMed Cary or Rex Hospital.

read moreOptic neuritis is an inflammation of the optic nerve, the bundle of nerve fibers in your eye that transmits visual information to your brain. Optic neuritis usually develops due to an autoimmune disorder that may be triggered by a viral infection. In some people, signs and symptoms of optic neuritis may be an indication of multiple sclerosis, a condition resulting in inflammation and damage to nerves in your brain and spinal cord. In 15 to 20 percent of people who eventually develop multiple sclerosis, optic neuritis is their first symptom.

read moreCorneal erosion is a periodic breakdown of the outer layer of the cornea (the clear covering of the eye). It may result after a scratch or abrasion in the eye. An erosion may feel like a scratch causing tearing, foreign body sensation and light sensitivity. It may also happen more often after sleeping. Corneal erosions can be treated several ways. Your ophthalmologist may recommend artificial tear drops or lubricating ointment, drops or ointment made of a salt solution, or wearing a contact lens to act as a bandage to the cornea.

read moreThe most common types of eye injury involve the cornea - the clear, protective "window" at the front of your eye. Contact with dust, dirt, sand, wood shavings, metal particles or even an edge of a piece of paper can scratch or cut the cornea. Usually the scratch is superficial, and this is called a corneal abrasion. Some corneal abrasions become infected and result in a corneal ulcer, which is a serious problem. Corneal abrasions caused by plant matter (such as a pine needle) can cause a delayed inflammation inside the eye (iritis).

read moreBlepharoplasty is a type of surgery to remove excess skin and fat from the upper and lower eyelids. It may be done for cosmetic reasons or because the extra skin blocks a portion of the person's vision. An automated visual field test can determine vision loss and is required by many insurance companies to prove that the surgery is not for cosmetic reasons. The weight of the excess skin can cause brow ache and, occasionally, can cause eye lashes to turn in and irritate the eye. Your doctor will determine the amount of skin and fat to be removed and mark the incision area with a special marking pen.

read moreAn eyelid twitch is a general term for involuntary spasms of the eyelid muscles. In some instances, the eyelid may repeatedly close (or nearly close) and re-open. The most common things that make the muscle in your eyelid twitch are fatigue, stress, and caffeine. Once spasms begin, they may continue off and on for a few days. Then, they disappear. Most people experience this type of eyelid twitch on occasion and find it very annoying. In most cases, you won't even notice when the twitch has stopped.

read moreAmblyopia (lazy eye) can be a result of an unequal refractive error, strabismus (misaligned eyes), crossed eyes or other abnormalities. Patching is a treatment for amblyopia where the strong eye is patched to encourage the development of better vision in the weak eye. Patching should begin as early as possible. This can be difficult, depending on the child's age. If the child attends school, you will need to enlist the help of the child's teacher. Explain the need for treatment and the patching schedule that your doctor recommends to your child's teacher and have the teacher encourage the child to continue his/her normal routine.

read moreWe are located at the intersection of Cary Parkway and Kildaire Farm Road, 105 S.W. Cary Parkway in the Medical and Professional office complex. Our office complex consists of two large three story buildings. We are on the second floor of the building farthest from the Cary Parkway/Kildaire Farm Road intersection.