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Cze H. Low

Ophthalmologist

Dr. Cze Low is an ophthalmologist practicing in Singapore, . Dr. Low specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Low 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. Low 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.
Cze H. Low
  • National University of Singapore
  • Accepting new patients

When should I change my contact lenses?

Disposables are one user and throw. Non disposables are up to one year. Semi-permeable lenses can last for years, but need to be cleaned daily and removed from the eyes at night. READ MORE
Disposables are one user and throw. Non disposables are up to one year. Semi-permeable lenses can last for years, but need to be cleaned daily and removed from the eyes at night.

I have a bug bite in my eye. Will it settle on its own?

See your doctor for a review to avoid infection or blindness.

My left eye has been constantly watering. What can I do about it?

Try rinsing your eyes with a sterile saline solution. Dirt, grit, pollen, are possible reasons.

Why does my baby have so much sticky substance coming out of her eyes?

Blocked tear ducts and eye infections are common at this age. See your eye doctor for a check-up.

What is the best way to clean makeup off around my eyes?

Rinse your eyes and lids and insert warm running water with a mild liquid soap.

I am nearsighted. Should I use prescription sunglasses when driving?

Best to have proper prescription spectacles.

Why are my eyes watering so much?

Foreign bodies may be lodged under your eyelids. See your eye doctor.

What is wrong with my eye?

See your eye doctor to exclude fungal or any other eye infection.

My eyes are really dry. What should I do?

Try to moisturize your eyelids with a gentle lubricant and use artificial eye tear drops liberally.

Why do I have a pain in my eyes when I read?

Two reasons, dry eyes and inadequate reading glasses

How is glaucoma usually treated?

See an eye doctor for advice. Glaucoma treatment involves eye drops, laser treatment, and operation.

Why do I feel cloudy vision when exposed to bright colors?

It could be glare to bright lights and early central cataracts.

I have glaucoma in both eyes, which I take medication for. Lately I feel pain in my left eye when I blink, as if something is stuck under the lid....

Glaucoma eye drops can cause eye irritation. Lubrication may help. Sometimes change of eye drops may be considered.

Problems with eyes after Cataract surgery

A refraction with an optometrist may reveal residual uncorrected power. Have these errors corrected and see if your vision improves. Eyelid crusting can be treated with eyelid READ MORE
A refraction with an optometrist may reveal residual uncorrected power. Have these errors corrected and see if your vision improves. Eyelid crusting can be treated with eyelid cleaning and using a warm compress. Yours is a complex operation treating cataract and glaucoma, hence a less ideal result.

What is the treatment for amblyopia?

Amblyopia is best treated before age 5 years by selectively patching the good eye to encourage the use of the poorer eye. Some doctors will treat till 9 years old. Patching over READ MORE
Amblyopia is best treated before age 5 years by selectively patching the good eye to encourage the use of the poorer eye. Some doctors will treat till 9 years old. Patching over 3 hours per day tl age 9 years.

Can pregnancy cause eye strain?

There are pregnancy changes like fluid retention that can cause poorer focusing of the eye. You should recover after your pregnancy.

Why is my vision blurred after my cataract operation?

You should see better after a few weeks. See an optometrist for glasses.

My 5 year old son has poor vision. When should he start to wear glasses?

He should have glasses to correct any refractive errors. There is a risk of amylopia or lazy eyes if not corrected before aged 5 years.

What can I do to help with itchy, dry eyes?

Dry eyes cause itch and redness. Treat with eye drops and lubrication.

Treatment for pediatrics optic nerve damage?

There is no treatment for optic nerve damage.