Conditions

Southside Eye Care is a full-service ophthalmology and optical shop in which you can receive care from a compassionate, experienced team of professionals. Our ophthalmologists and optometrists are supported by highly qualified staff who are thoroughly trained in their areas of specialty, from clinical staff to insurance specialists. When you choose Southside Eye Care for your eye care, you are putting your long-term eye health in the hands of caring individuals who have the extensive educational background to address your eye health needs.

Our dedicated staff’s mission is to maintain and achieve your best possible vision. We accomplish this by focusing on the individual’s vision needs and placing emphasis on patient care.

Select a condition below to learn how we may help.

• Age-Related Macular Degeneration is a condition affecting the most sensitive spot on the retina. Ongoing care is necessary to prevent vision loss.
• Astigmatism is a common condition in which an imperfect curvature of the eye causes a refractive error. When light enters the eye, it does not focus on the retina, resulting in blurry vision.
• Blepharitis is the chronic inflammation or infection of the eyelids and the eyelash follicles that require ongoing care to reduce its persistent symptoms.
• Blepharospasm is a form of focal dystonia or abnormal contraction of the eye muscles. If not managed, it can lead to functional blindness. Fortunately, we have several ways to treat this condition.
• Cataracts form out of tiny particles of protein that accumulate on the lens of one or both eyes. Cataract removal surgery is one of the most common ophthalmic procedures performed today.
• Computer Vision syndrome is a common condition that occurs as a result of our heavy reliance on digital devices. Prevention is best, but treatment may be needed to restore eye comfort.
• Conjunctivitis, known as pink eye, is a highly contagious eye infection that causes redness and pain. With proper care, the infection can be quickly resolved.
• Diabetic Eye Disease. Nearly half of all people with diabetes develop some form of eye disease, such as diabetic retinopathy. If you have diabetes, it is imperative that you maintain regular eye exams.
• Dry Eye Treatment in Chesapeake, VA. A lack of adequate lubrication can leave your eyes dry and irritated. Proper care can help you manage these symptoms.
• Excessive Tearing may occur as a result of dry eye syndrome or inadequate tear drainage from the eye. A thorough examination can determine the cause of excessive tearing and guide a personalized treatment program.
• Eye Anatomy. You eye exams may observe your vision, but there is much more to your long-term eye health than that. Your ophthalmologist is deeply familiar with each part of the eye and how it affects your vision.
• Flashes and Floaters. Seeing black spots float across your field of vision isn't completely abnormal, but it is reason to see an ophthalmologist. There are many reasons for flashes and floaters, some of which may be serious.
• Glaucoma in Chesapeake VA. Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss. Early and ongoing care is necessary to prevent irreparable damage to the optic nerve, the part of the eye responsible for forming vision.
• Graves’ Disease. Thyroid problems can affect eye health, causing blurry vision, protrusion, and other symptoms. An ophthalmologist can work alongside other healthcare providers to reduce frustrating symptoms.
• Myopia obstructs your distance vision, causing objects at a distance to appear blurry. This common condition can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or LASIK laser vision correction.
• Ocular Migraine. This painless condition can impair vision for periods of up to half an hour. Though painless (unless an aura to a migraine headache), ocular migraines should be examined to understand their cause.
• Posterior Capsular Opacification, known as a secondary cataract, is the clouding of the capsule around the eye's lens. Like primary cataracts, this condition is reversible with appropriate treatment.
• Presbyopia is an age-related condition in which the lens of the eye loses flexibility, resulting in blurred vision. Presbyopia can be treated non-surgically or with a minimally-invasive surgical procedure.
• Tear Duct Obstruction. The tear ducts are responsible for ushering tears out of the eye. An obstruction can result in excessive tearing, a frustrating, chronic symptom. By removing the obstruction, your doctor can restore comfort.