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Dr. Victor Villegas, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Victor Villegas is an ophthalmologist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Villegas specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Villegas can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Villegas can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
16 years
Experience
Dr. Victor Villegas, M.D.
- San Juan, PR
- University of Puerto Rico
- Accepting new patients
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Can you go blind from astigmatism?
Astigmatism can be corrected with spectacles or contact lenses.
Stye in my eye that I squeezed?
You should visit your ophthalmologist to have a complete examination and determine if you need additional treatment.
Eye twitching?
Eyelid twitches or spasms are usually caused by stress, fatigue or caffeine. They usually go away without treatment in a few days or weeks. If they are not improving a complete READ MORE
Eyelid twitches or spasms are usually caused by stress, fatigue or caffeine. They usually go away without treatment in a few days or weeks. If they are not improving a complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
When should I be concerned about eye pain?
Eye pain is a non-specific symptom with causes ranging from dry eye, irritation, to less commonly high intraocular pressure. You should visit your ophthalmologist for a complete READ MORE
Eye pain is a non-specific symptom with causes ranging from dry eye, irritation, to less commonly high intraocular pressure. You should visit your ophthalmologist for a complete examination to find out the reason for your ocular pain.
Is it normal for eyes to hurt after LASIK?
It is normal to have discomfort but if you are experiencing pain or loss of vision it is important to contact your surgeon immediately.
What does high eye pressure feel like?
Most people with high intraocular pressure do not experience any symptoms. Regular eye examinations are important to identify if you have high intraocular pressure and any damage READ MORE
Most people with high intraocular pressure do not experience any symptoms. Regular eye examinations are important to identify if you have high intraocular pressure and any damage to your optic nerve.
Can I go to work with viral pink eye?
Viral pink eye is highly contagious. You may need to stay at home while symptoms are at their worst. Contact your ophthalmologist to determine when it is safe to go back to work. READ MORE
Viral pink eye is highly contagious. You may need to stay at home while symptoms are at their worst. Contact your ophthalmologist to determine when it is safe to go back to work.
Can you correct your vision without surgery?
Depends on the diagnosis, some can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
What fluid should ideally be used when irrigating eyes?
Saline solution.
What is the fastest way to cure cataracts?
Cataracts are removed with surgery.
What happens if you rub your eye with contacts in?
Rubbing your eyes might increase the chance of getting a foreign body inside your eye such as dirt, dust, or any unwanted material. This should be avoided, with or without contact READ MORE
Rubbing your eyes might increase the chance of getting a foreign body inside your eye such as dirt, dust, or any unwanted material. This should be avoided, with or without contact lenses, to prevent infections or further damage to the eyes.
What causes a blurry spot in your vision?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
Why do I have trouble seeing with my glasses now?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
How do I make my eye stop hurting?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
What to do when you wake up and your eye hurts?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
When should you see a doctor for cataracts?
You should visit your ophthalmologist for cataracts when your vision is not being corrected with glasses. The doctor will help identify if your blurred vision is due to cataracts READ MORE
You should visit your ophthalmologist for cataracts when your vision is not being corrected with glasses. The doctor will help identify if your blurred vision is due to cataracts and will schedule an evaluation with a cataract surgeon, if needed.
My dad has a swollen bag under his eye and looks bit inflamed?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
Can your eyes start to reject contacts?
Contact lens intolerance can be caused by many things, some including: wearing schedule, solution, and lens material. Visit your eye doctor to determine the cause of your intolerance READ MORE
Contact lens intolerance can be caused by many things, some including: wearing schedule, solution, and lens material. Visit your eye doctor to determine the cause of your intolerance and help find a solution.
How long should red eye last?
Depends on the diagnosis. A complete ophthalmologic exam should be performed.
