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Dr. Jeffrey D. Gold, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Jeffrey Gold is an ophthalmologist practicing in Hamden, CT. Dr. Gold specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Gold 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. Gold 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.
56 years
Experience
Dr. Jeffrey D. Gold, M.D.
- Hamden, CT
- Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn
- Accepting new patients
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What causes red spots in the eye?
Sounds like most probably a broken capillary in the conjunctiva it is called a sub conjunctival hemorrhage. Possible causes are a big cough, a big sneeze, lifting something heavy READ MORE
Sounds like most probably a broken capillary in the conjunctiva it is called a sub conjunctival hemorrhage. Possible causes are a big cough, a big sneeze, lifting something heavy without exhaling. It is common during childbirth. One other possible causes is a big orgasm, And squeezing hard to have a bowel movement when constipated. It is not something to worry about unless it keeps happening in which case you must see an eye MD.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Will lasik eye surgery make my vision perfect?
Perfect is the enemy of good. Go talk to a Lasik doctor about your particular case.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
What can I do about my bad vision?
PRK is a safer option. Go see an eye MD.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Are contact lenses safe to use every day?
Yes. So long as you are fit by a reputable eye doctor and you NEVER sleep with them on.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Are eye floaters dangerous?
No. Floaters are the result of natural aging of the vitreous gel. If there’s associated flashing lights, see an eye MD. If not, just mention it at your next annual eye exam.
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No. Floaters are the result of natural aging of the vitreous gel. If there’s associated flashing lights, see an eye MD. If not, just mention it at your next annual eye exam.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Are contact lenses safe to use?
Contact lenses are safe so long as you don’t sleep with them.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
What are the treatment options for cataracts?
Surgery is the only option. I have had it done. It is painless and no big deal.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
How do eye floaters develop?
Floaters develop naturally as the vitreous gel ages. You should only worry if you experience flashing lights like July 4th sparklers.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
What are the treatment options for high eye pressure?
Usually eye drops. Ask your ophthalmologist.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
What are the symptoms of a torn retina?
Flashing lights and floaters, NOT pain. See an eye MD.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Are there any treatment options for floaters?
Floaters can be removed surgically only AFTER cataract surgery.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Can high blood pressure affect your eye sight?
Yes. If you have high blood pressure and your vision has changed, you need to see an eye MD soon.
Are honey eye drops bad for the eyes?
Very bad idea!!!!!
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Can I get new glasses without an eye exam?
Depends on whether the optician will just make new glasses with the same prescription. He’ll probably insist on current prescription
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Cryotherapy or laser treatment for retinal tears?
Not your choice. Proceed with what your retinal surgeon recommends.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Could I have cataracts?
Of course. See an eye doctor.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
What are the risks with iris-implant procedures?
The only risk is that YOU COULD LOSE YOUR EYES.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
What can cause vessel damage to the eyes?
Any activity that raises the blood pressure in the head such as a big cough or sneeze or straining like moving your bowels can break capillaries on the white of the eyey
Can antibiotic eye drops treat corneal injury?
The antibiotic prevents infection while you heal.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Are eye floaters normal in excessive sunlight?
Floaters are not normal. You should see an ophthalmologist.
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
Jeffrey D. Gold, MD
