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Kyle Blair

Ophthalmologist | Retina Specialist

Dr. Kyle Blair is an ophthalmologist practicing in Des Plaines, IL. Dr. Blair specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Blair 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. Blair 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.
14 years Experience
Kyle Blair
  • Des Plaines, Illinois
  • Grinnell College
  • Accepting new patients

Can eye pressure be fixed?

High eye pressure can be treated. You should see an eye care specialist for management of this condition.

If you shot your eye with a nerf bullet, can your eye heal over time or do you need to visit a doctor

You should be examined by an eye care specialist to make sure that there is not any lasting effects from the trauma to your eye. Please make an appointment within a week.

Can glasses cause headaches?

Yes, glasses can cause headaches. You should see the eye care specialist that prescribed the glasses again to ensure you have the correct prescription.

Should I be worried about this?

You should go see an eye care specialist to ensure that there are no issues with your eyes that would be causing this.

Will I go blind after looking at the eclipse?

You likely will not have any permanent damage to your eyes from looking at the eclipse for such a short time. The only way to check for damage is to have an examination by an eye READ MORE
You likely will not have any permanent damage to your eyes from looking at the eclipse for such a short time. The only way to check for damage is to have an examination by an eye care provider. Floaters often get better over time, but it depends on the cause. It is recommended that you see an eye care specialist.

Temporary blindness for 7mins

This is concerning for a condition called amaurosis fugax. It could mean that there was a stroke in your eye. There could be other reasons too which would be able too be determined READ MORE
This is concerning for a condition called amaurosis fugax. It could mean that there was a stroke in your eye. There could be other reasons too which would be able too be determined with an examination. Please see an eye specialist as soon as possible so that you can be examined and determine what is the next step.