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other pathology. The doctor may provide you with sunglasses after
dilation to overcome light sensitivity.
Ophthalmoscopic Examination:
The ophthalmoscope is a device in which the doctor can inspect
any blood vessels or optic nerves at the back of the eye. Usually the
eyes have to be dilated for this exam. Blood pressure, diabetes, and
some other diseases can be detected from this exam. Direct
monocular, indirect binocular and slit lamp fundoscopy are various
methods which can give the best information.
Figure 5.5 a view of Fundus. Orange disc is nerve head with
radiating blood vessels. Macula is in center
Slit- Lamp:
The slit lamp allows the doctor to see any diseases or infections in
the front of the eye, eyelids, cornea or iris.
Presence of any cataracts can be detected. The doctor can also see
the back of the eye, determining any problems with the retina or any
signs of macular degeneration.
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