Ocular Disease Management

At Murryhill Eye Care, we are dedicated to protecting your vision through comprehensive and personalized ocular disease management in Beaverton, Oregon. Our focus is on early detection, advanced diagnostics, and customized treatment plans designed to preserve your sight and support long-term eye health. Through routine monitoring and preventive care, our eye doctors in Beaverton work closely with each patient to manage both common and complex eye conditions with precision and compassion.

Glaucoma Care

Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it can gradually damage the optic nerve without noticeable symptoms in its early stages. Increased intraocular pressure is a common cause, and without treatment, permanent vision loss can occur. Routine screenings are critical for early detection and effective management.

Treatment options may include:

• Medicated eye drops to reduce eye pressure

• Oral medications
  
  

Our optometrists may recommend advanced treatment options when appropriate, including laser procedures to help lower eye pressure or surgical care such as trabeculectomy or drainage implant procedures. With ongoing monitoring and timely treatment, glaucoma progression can often be slowed or controlled.

Cataract Management

Cataracts develop when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, resulting in blurred vision, glare sensitivity, and difficulty seeing at night. While most cataracts are age-related, they may also occur due to diabetes, certain medications, or eye injuries.

Treatment options include:

• Monitoring and updated prescription glasses in the early stages

• Cataract surgery to replace the cloudy lens with a clear intraocular lens (IOL)
  
  

Our team carefully evaluates when surgery is appropriate and provides guidance every step of the way.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye condition that affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for clear, detailed vision. The macula allows you to read, recognize faces, and perform tasks that require sharp focus. AMD is one of the leading causes of vision changes in adults over 50 and can gradually impact central vision over time.

Although AMD does not typically cause total blindness, it can significantly interfere with everyday activities if left unmanaged. Early detection is essential, as timely diagnosis allows for proactive treatment and lifestyle adjustments that may help slow progression and preserve vision.

Management and treatment strategies may include:

• Nutritional support, including AREDS2 supplements when appropriate

• A diet rich in leafy greens and omega-3 fatty acids

• Protection from UV light and excessive blue light exposure

• Advanced prescription medications, including anti-VEGF injections when indicated

• Laser treatment in certain cases

• Low vision aids to support daily activities
  
  

Through comprehensive retinal evaluations and advanced imaging technology, our eye doctors carefully monitor macular health, track any changes, and tailor treatment plans to help maintain your quality of vision for as long as possible.

Diabetic Retinopathy Care

Diabetic retinopathy is a serious complication of diabetes that affects the retinal blood vessels. Elevated blood sugar levels can damage these vessels, potentially leading to vision impairment or blindness if left untreated. Because early stages often present no symptoms, routine diabetic eye exams are essential.

Treatment options may include:

• Careful management of blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol

• Laser photocoagulation to reduce retinal leakage

• Anti-VEGF injections to control swelling and abnormal vessel growth

• Vitrectomy in advanced cases
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Early intervention plays a key role in preserving vision.

Protect Your Vision with Expert Care

Maintaining healthy eyes requires consistent monitoring and timely treatment. Our experienced team is here to provide thorough evaluations, personalized treatment, and trusted ocular disease management in Beaverton, Oregon.

If you’re experiencing changes in your eyesight or need ongoing management for an eye condition, schedule an appointment with Murryhill Eye Care today.