Dr. Ildefonso M. Chan Virtual Eye Clinic

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WARNING: DON’T BUY OR USE UNREGISTERED EYE DROPS!

Using unregistered eye drops, many of which are counterfeit or fake, poses safety risks and may result in inflammation, irritation, infection, or even blindness. The Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reminds consumers to use only FDA-registered eye drops.

Always check if a product is registered with the FDA by using the FDA Verification Portal feature accessible at http://verification.fda.gov.ph.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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MAKE YOUR EYES SUMMER-READY

When out in the sun, wear wraparound sunglasses that are marked “100% UV protection” and wear a wide brimmed hat for added eye protection. Wear swim goggles in the pool, and wash your face with clean, fresh water immediately after getting out of the pool. Wear the proper protective eyewear when playing sports, mowing the lawn or trimming weeds.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more tips on how to keep your eyes safe and healthy this summer.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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TAKE CARE OF YOUR EYES DURING SUMMER

Wear wraparound sunglasses that are marked “100% UV protection”;
wearing a wide brimmed hat gives added eye protection.
Wear swim goggles in the pool and rinse your closed eyes with fresh water immediately after getting out of the pool.
Use artificial tears to keep your eyes moist and refreshed.
Wear the proper eye protection while working or playing outside. Eat lots of fruits and veggies.

Talk to your ophthalmologist for more information.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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Mga dapat malaman ng pasyenteng may glaucoma.

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WAYS TO PREVENT GLAUCOMA

If you’re at high risk, get a comprehensive dilated eye exam to catch glaucoma early and start treatment. Even if you’re not at high risk, get a comprehensive dilated eye exam by age 40. Prescription eye drops can stop glaucoma from progressing. Your ophthalmologist will recommend how often to return for follow-up exams. Maintain a healthy weight. Control your blood pressure. Be physically active. Avoid smoking. Consult your ophthalmologist for more information.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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FACTS ABOUT CATARACTS

A cataract is a condition in which the natural lens of your eyes becomes cloudy, causing your vision to be blurry or hazy. The most common cause is aging, which causes normal eye changes after age 40. Vision changes caused by cataracts include blurry vision, seeing double or a ghosted image, extra sensitivity to light, difficulty seeing well at night or needing more light when you read, and seeing bright colors as faded or yellow instead.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information about cataracts.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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FACTS ABOUT CATARACTS

A cataract is a condition in which the natural lens of your eyes becomes cloudy, causing your vision to be blurry or hazy. The most common cause is aging, which causes normal eye changes after age 40. Vision changes caused by cataracts include blurry vision, seeing double or a ghosted image, extra sensitivity to light, difficulty seeing well at night or needing more light when you read, and seeing bright colors as faded or yellow instead.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information about cataracts.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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5 WAYS TO PREVENT VISION LOSS FROM DIABETIC RETINOPATHY

1️⃣ Work with your doctor to control your blood sugar.
2️⃣ Ask your doctor about ways to manage high blood pressure or kidney problems.
3️⃣ See your ophthalmologist regularly for dilated eye exams. Diabetic retinopathy may be detected before you even notice any vision problems.
4️⃣ If you notice vision changes in one or both eyes, consult your ophthalmologist immediately.
5️⃣ Get treatment for diabetic retinopathy as soon as possible. This is the best way to prevent vision loss.

# DiabeticRetinopathy

A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU HAVE DIABETIC RETINOPATHY?

Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects your eye. High blood sugar levels can result in the blockage of tiny blood vessels that supply nourishment to the retina of your eye.

In its early stages, diabetic retinopathy often has no symptoms. Symptoms develop when the condition gets worse. These include seeing more and more floaters (spots in your vision), having blurred vision, having vision that changes sometimes from blurry to clear, having poor night vision, having blank or dark areas in your field of vision, noticing colors appear faded or washed out, and losing vision.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information.

# DiabeticRetinopathy

A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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WHAT IS THE BEST TREATMENT FOR CONJUNCTIVITIS?

Treatment depends on the type of sore eyes you have. There is no specific treatment for viral conjunctivitis, as your immune system will fight the virus on its own. You may place a cool, wet washcloth over your eyes to ease the discomfort. Your ophthalmologist may prescribe antibiotic eye drops for bacterial conjunctivitis. For allergic conjunctivitis, your ophthalmologist may recommend certain eye drops or ointment.

Talk to your eye doctor for more information.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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VISION PROBLEMS WITH CATARACTS

Cataracts, a prevalent eye condition, arise when the natural lens of the eyes becomes clouded, leading to a range of vision problems. This cloudiness manifests as blurriness or haziness, akin to peering through a foggy or dusty car windshield. The gradual onset of cataracts can compromise one's ability to perceive details clearly, affecting daily activities such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces.

If you notice any changes in your vision or experience these symptoms, it is crucial to consult with your ophthalmologist promptly.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Kabilang ang TRAUMA sa mga paputok o EXPLOSIVES na madalas
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ang pagsira sa mata!

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Iwasan ang paggamit ng mga paputok!
Alamin ang mga alternatibo nito
sa bahay at komunidad!

Isang ligtas, maligaya, at maaliwalas paring bagong taon sa ating lahat!

Gusto mo bang fun and enjoyable ang new year ng fambam?

Gawing bongga ang inyong New Year salubong! Upang maging ligtas ang celebration, gawing option ang pagbisita at pagdalo sa mga community fireworks display sa inyong mga lugar!



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WHAT IS RETINOPATHY OF PREMATURITY?

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease in some premature babies born before 31 weeks. A full-term pregnancy is about 38 to 42 weeks. With ROP, abnormal blood vessels grow on the baby’s retina, which can cause serious eye and vision problems later. ROP may go away on its own as an infant grows. However, the growing infant should be seen by an ophthalmologist regularly. Sometimes, urgent treatment is needed to prevent blindness.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information on ROP.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Did you know that premature birth imparts a risk for blindness to the newborn?
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World Prematurity Day is November 17 and let’s continue the fight to S.T.O.P. ROP!

ManilaMed Health Line: Health Talks with the Modern Filipino invites everyone to a FREE HEALTH LAY FORUM entitled, “𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒌: 𝑼𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑻𝒉𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝑫𝒊𝒂𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝑹𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒐𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒚” with Retina Specialist Dr. David Francis Fullon Chan.

ManilaMed Health Line: Health Talks with the Modern Filipino invites everyone to a FREE HEALTH LAY FORUM entitled, “𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒌: 𝑼𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑻𝒉𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝑫𝒊𝒂𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝑹𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒐𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒚” with Retina Specialist Dr. David Francis Fullon Chan.



https://www.facebook.com/ManilaMed/videos/205995972466219

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Happy World Sight Day 2023! 💟👀

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Eye Care Tips for Gen-Z and Millennials

Most eye problems are preventable with simple healthy habits. So if you're in your 20s or 30s, now is exactly the time you should be taking steps to prevent future vision loss:

✅ Know your family history. Diseases like glaucoma or macular degeneration are hereditary (run in the family).

✅ When outdoors always wear sunglasses that block 99% to 100% of both UVA and UVB radiation, and wear them even on cloudy days. Long-term exposure to UV radiation can damage the cornea and the lens and eventually lead to cataracts and eye cancers.

✅ If you smoke, quit. Smoking increases the risk for eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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EYE CARE TIPS FOR THE RAINY SEASON

The rainy season is here, and aside from floods, it also brings the risk of water-born infections that can affect your eyes. Here are some eye care tips for the rainy season:

✅ Avoid touching your eyes with unwashed hands; wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

✅ Wear wraparound sunglasses or protective goggles when you step outside to protect your eyes from being splashed with rain water.

✅ Rain increases moisture indoors and outdoors. So, make sure to store your contact lens, eye make-up and other eye products in a dry place.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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tuloy ang nang may 😍"

Basketball is the Leading Cause of Eye Injuries Current research shows that basketball is the leading cause of sports-related eye injuries in the United States. A 2018 study in the journal Pediatrics found that basketball caused almost 16% of eye i

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CATARACTS AWARENESS FOR SIGHT SAVING MONTH!

A cataract is a condition in which the natural lens of your eyes becomes cloudy, causing your vision to be blurry or hazy. The most common cause is aging, which causes normal eye changes after age 40. Vision changes caused by cataracts include blurry vision, seeing double or a ghosted image, extra sensitivity to light, difficulty seeing well at night or needing more light when you read, and seeing bright colors as faded or yellow instead.

August is Sight Saving Month, an ideal time to have your eyes checked by an ophthalmologist.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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GLAUCOMA AWARENESS FOR SIGHT SAVING MONTH!

Glaucoma is a disease that usually occurs when fluid builds up in the front part of your eye. The extra fluid increases the pressure in your eye, damaging the optic nerve. There are two major types. Open-angle glaucoma, the most common, happens gradually. It is painless and causes no vision changes at first. As the disease progresses, blind spots develop in your peripheral vision. Angle-closure glaucoma is a true emergency requiring immediate medical attention to prevent blindness. Early symptoms include blurred vision, halos, mild headaches or eye pain.

August is Sight Saving Month, an ideal time to have your eyes checked by an ophthalmologist.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.