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Lawrence M. Jacobson
Ophthalmologist
Dr. Lawrence Jacobson is an ophthalmologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Jacobson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Jacobson 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. Jacobson 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.
Lawrence M. Jacobson
- New York, NY
- Accepting new patients
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Which eye is first for cataract surgery?
The eye that bothers you most. Usually, we don’t do it until they become significant enough to blur your vision even with glasses.
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How long does cataract surgery take for one eye?
Depends. 10-15 min from incision to end.
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How can I test my eyesight at home?
There are some apps you can download that you can use as a quick approximation of your vision.
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What does it mean when your eyes shake side to side?
This called nystagmus. Usually you are born with it. There are many reasons. Albinism is one.
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How long should red eye last?
It depends on why it is red. If it is from makeup or dry eyes, it can be intermittent for months. If it doesn’t a broken vessel or infection, it might be several days to a week
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It depends on why it is red. If it is from makeup or dry eyes, it can be intermittent for months. If it doesn’t a broken vessel or infection, it might be several days to a week
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Can my son go to the eye doctor during covid-19?
Yes
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Why does it feel like there's something in my eye?
It could be dry eye. Often from inflammation of the eye lid. Try omega-3 vitamins like thera tears, nutritional supplements on Amazon.
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What is the best eye surgery for nearsightedness?
It depends on the prescription. Some rx benefit more from one type, others from a different type.
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Can lack of sleep cause eye floaters?
Usually not. Eye floaters are genetic, related to trauma, or as we age.
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Can you see cataracts in the mirror?
No, usually not.
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How long after a cataract operation I can drive?
It varies. Check with your surgeon after the cataract. As long as your vision has returned to better than 20/40.
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Do cataracts cause watery eyes?
Usually not. They cause blurred eyes. Usually, dry eyes make you have watery eyes to restore the dry eye. Try to eat Omega 3 supplements - 1200 mg a day will decrease the tearing.
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Usually not. They cause blurred eyes. Usually, dry eyes make you have watery eyes to restore the dry eye. Try to eat Omega 3 supplements - 1200 mg a day will decrease the tearing.
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Does Visine help watery eyes?
Usually it gets the redness out. Refresh or Systane drops are better for dry, tearing eyes.
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Which fruit juice is good for eyes?
Juice that contains vitamins C and A. Antioxidants are also helpful. Carrot juice is good for night vision.
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Do eye exercises help improve vision?
If you are nearsighted, no. If you are seeing double vision, it may help reduce double vision. May also with reading if you are slightly farsighted.
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Should you close your eyes after eye drops?
Yes, for 30 seconds.
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What causes conjunctivitis of the eye?
70% is vital, 30% is bacterial. Roughly.
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Do I need to see a doctor for conjunctivitis?
If it is not getting better, the answer is yes.
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Can blue light glasses cause headaches?
Yes, in bright sunlight, the blue can cause glare.
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Can eye doctors see floaters?
Yes, we often can. Sometimes they are too small for us to visualize.
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