Dr. Marshall N Cyrlin MD
Ophthalmologist
29275 Northwestern Hwy Suite 200 Southfield MI, 48034About
Dr. Marshall Cyrlin is an ophthalmologist practicing in Southfield, MI. Dr. Cyrlin specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Cyrlin 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. Cyrlin 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.
Education and Training
Washington Univ Sch Of Med- St Louis Mo 1975
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Dr. Marshall N Cyrlin MD's Expert Contributions
Can antibiotic eye drops treat corneal injury?
Prevents infection while healing. READ MORE
Is there treatment for floaters?
Most floaters do not need treatment. See an Ophthalmologist READ MORE
Who performs an ophthalmic pathology evaluation?
Patients see an Ophthalmologist for an ocular exam to be evaluated for the presence of “ophthalmic pathology” ie abnormality or disease. An Ophthalmic Pathologist is a pathologist who evaluates tissue biopsies or entire eye balls removed surgically. READ MORE
What is causing my eyes to be dry and itchy?
Allergy and or OSD (ocular surface disorder) READ MORE
Are eyeglasses better than contact lenses?
They both correct your vision, you choose. READ MORE
My son's eyes are red and sensitive to light. What can be the cause?
There can be several causes including an inflammatory condition. See an Ophthalmologist or Pediatric Ophthalmologist. READ MORE
Can I wear contact lenses beyond the recommended use?
It depends exactly on the composition of the lens, water content and oxygen permeability. You should check with your prescriber or the lens company as to their on label product recommendation. If you exceed this you are proceeding at your own discretion. READ MORE
Can moles form in the eye?
Yes. See an Ophthalmologist READ MORE
Why do my eyes hurt?
They might but you might be risking your vision/eye by self treating a potentially serious undiagnosed condition. See an Ophthalmologist. READ MORE
Can stress make my eyelid twitch?
1. Reduce stress as much as possible 2. Limit caffeine intake 3. Get more sleep READ MORE
My eyes are sensitive to lights. What does it mean?
Something could be wrong. Make an appointment with an ophthalmologist. READ MORE
Can optometrists treat glaucoma, or should I go to an ophthalmologist?
An optometrist is licensed to test for and diagnose glaucoma. In some states they are allowed to prescribe drugs but not do laser or surgery. An Ophthalmologist is a medical doctor specializing in eye diseases and can both diagnose and treat glaucoma with medications, laser and surgery- ie “one stop care”. READ MORE
Can glaucoma cause blindness?
Can you go blind if you have glaucoma? Fortunately for most patients, the answer is no. Blindness does occur from glaucoma, but it is a relatively rare occurrence. However, sight impairment is more common and occurs in around 10% of patients. Loss of vision can occur even with the best treatment. A quick search would provide you instantly with dozens of places to get more info. READ MORE
Headaches from glasses. Is it serious?
Why not go to the prescriber and check to see if they were made correctly as to the prescription or whether the actual refraction was wrong? If this does not correct the problem get a medical/neurological evaluation. READ MORE
Can crossed eyes be corrected?
YES. It would require surgery. READ MORE
Can an ophthalmologist write medication prescriptions?
An ophthalmologist is a fully licensed physician and surgeon. Instead of submitting a question for information that is easily available online, e.g., Wikipedia, “Ophthalmologists are allowed to use medications to treat eye diseases, implement laser therapy, and perform surgery when needed.” Next time, just try typing it into a search box and get your answer within seconds! READ MORE
Can a cataract recur in a person?
Cataracts do NOT come back. There is a portion of the back wall of the cataract (posterior capsule) that remains in the eye and is usually left clear and intact at the conclusion of surgery. This membrane can get hay weeks to more generally months to years later. If it is impairing vision it is opened in the office/clinic with a laser- YAG laser capsulotomy. IF the haze develops shortly after or weeks after the surgery it should be evaluated by the surgeon. READ MORE
Why are my father's eyes watering after his cataract surgery?
This question is best answered by the doctor who did his surgery and has examined him. If this doesn’t adequately address the problem he should get another opinion. READ MORE
Why does my son have dry eyes?
There may be an allergy component. Take him to see a Comprehensive or Pediatric Ophthalmologist. READ MORE
What causing my eye to twitch?
Could be too much caffeine, lack of sleep or a significant neuromuscular disease. See an Ophthalmologist for a diagnosis. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Medicine, lasers and surgery.
- Blood dyscrasias and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
- Additive effect of epinephrine to timolol therapy in primary open angle glaucoma.
- Subconjunctival versus intrascleral mitomycin-C in trabeculectomy.
- The Advanced Glaucoma Intervention Study (AGIS): 5. Encapsulated bleb after initial trabeculectomy.
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Practice At 29275 Northwestern Hwy Suite 200
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