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Dr. Trenity McKinney, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Trenity McKinney is an ophthalmologist practicing in Venice, FL. Dr. McKinney specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. McKinney 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. McKinney 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.
23 years
Experience
Dr. Trenity McKinney, M.D.
- Venice, FL
- UT Southwestern
- Accepting new patients
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Why are the whites of my daughters eyes brown?
The first question would be her ethnic background. For darker skin people, over time the whites can darker. If she is caucasian or European descent, she should be seen. The medication READ MORE
The first question would be her ethnic background. For darker skin people, over time the whites can darker. If she is caucasian or European descent, she should be seen. The medication can cause swelling inside the eye, although not common she should be followed by an eye care provider.
Is it a blood clot or pink eye?
Most likely it is a conjunctiva hemorrhage and visine can worsen it. It is like a bruise and should resolve in 10 to 14 days. It can be common with many different behaviors. If READ MORE
Most likely it is a conjunctiva hemorrhage and visine can worsen it. It is like a bruise and should resolve in 10 to 14 days. It can be common with many different behaviors. If there is a change in vision or associated pain he should see an eye care provider.
Are there any eye drops for floaters?
There are no drops for floaters.
What helps morning dry eyes?
It depends on the cause. It could be you aren't sleeping with your eyes fully closed, medications, allergies etc. You should have an exam to determine the health of the surface. READ MORE
It depends on the cause. It could be you aren't sleeping with your eyes fully closed, medications, allergies etc. You should have an exam to determine the health of the surface.
How do you treat a viral eye infection?
Like with any other virus, you have to let it run its course. It is highly contagious, so avoid touching your eyes and wash any items afterwards. Use lots of preservative free READ MORE
Like with any other virus, you have to let it run its course. It is highly contagious, so avoid touching your eyes and wash any items afterwards. Use lots of preservative free tears to help alleviate the symptoms.
Do you need eye surgery to repair an eye damaged from viral pink eye?
This would be a question for your eye care provider. It depends on the type of virus and damage of involved tissue.
How long does it take for red, itchy eyes to clear?
It depends on the cause. Days for true allergies by avoiding the cause and use of over the counter treatments. Days to weeks if from dry eyes using a good name brand lubricating READ MORE
It depends on the cause. Days for true allergies by avoiding the cause and use of over the counter treatments. Days to weeks if from dry eyes using a good name brand lubricating drops and avoiding near tasks every 20 minutes to rest the eyes for a minute. Infections can last up to several weeks without treatment. Hope this helps.
