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Dr. James Kiyoshi Miyasaka, O.D.

Optometrist

AKA: "Dr. Jimmy" or Dr. Jimmy Miyasaka
Dr. James Miyasaka is an optometrist practicing in HONOLULU, HI. Dr. Miyasaka specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Miyasaka performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
11 years Experience
Dr. James Miyasaka, O.D.
  • Honolulu, HI
  • Western University
  • Accepting new patients

I am having a dull pain in my left eye along with a minor headache. What could this be?

It could be multiple things like eye strain, higher eye pressure, transient ischemic attack, or many more possible causes. It is best to get a comprehensive eye exam to rule out READ MORE
It could be multiple things like eye strain, higher eye pressure, transient ischemic attack, or many more possible causes. It is best to get a comprehensive eye exam to rule out any retinal or vision related problems. Certain cases we sometimes send to a neurologist for a consultation.

After a LASIK surgery when can I expect my vision to become normal?

After LASIK, it may take up to a month to let the cornea swelling to go down. You would need to be on your eye drops as directed. Dry eye treatment is recommended after LASIK. READ MORE
After LASIK, it may take up to a month to let the cornea swelling to go down. You would need to be on your eye drops as directed. Dry eye treatment is recommended after LASIK. LASIK disrupts some of the cornea nerves so you may not feel the dryness when your eyes are actually dry.

Mahalo,

James K. Miyasaka, O.D.

How is redness of the eyes treated?

You may have an allergic conjunctivitis and a simple topical anti-histamine eye drop may help to use before you have the inflammation from the reaction. Lid hygiene is key for READ MORE
You may have an allergic conjunctivitis and a simple topical anti-histamine eye drop may help to use before you have the inflammation from the reaction. Lid hygiene is key for these type of issues with dust, pollen, and pollution.