Aldora EYE CLINC

23/10/2025

Describe about Ocular Anesthesia ?

⭐ Definition:
Ocular anesthesia refers to the loss of sensation (mainly pain) in the eye or its surrounding structures, induced intentionally before performing ophthalmic procedures or surgeries. It helps in preventing pain, reducing anxiety, and controlling eye movement during operations.

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⭐Types of Ocular Anesthesia

✨1. Topical Anesthesia

👉Definition: Anesthetic eye drops are used to numb the surface of the eye.

👉Drugs used:

👍Proparacaine (0.5%)

👍Tetracaine (0.5%)

👍Lidocaine (2%) drops

⭐Uses:

👉Tonometry

👉Foreign body removal

👉Small corneal procedures

👉Cataract surgery (in cooperative patients)

⭐Advantages:

👉Painless and easy to apply

👉No needle or injection needed

⭐Disadvantages:

No effect on eye movement

Short duration of action

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✨2. Infiltrative (Injection) Anesthesia

✅a. Retrobulbar Block

Injection site: Behind the eyeball (retrobulbar space)

Drugs used: Lignocaine with or without Bupivacaine

Effect: Anesthetizes the globe and extraocular muscles (akinesia)

Used in: Intraocular surgeries like cataract or glaucoma operations

✅b. Peribulbar Block

Injection site: Around the eyeball but outside the muscle cone

Effect: Produces anesthesia with less risk of optic nerve injury

Advantage: Safer than retrobulbar block

✅c. Sub-Tenon’s Block

Injection site: Between Tenon’s capsule and sclera

Used in: Cataract and vitreo-retinal surgeries

Advantage: Minimal complications

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✨3. General Anesthesia

Definition: The patient is made completely unconscious using inhaled or intravenous anesthetics.

Used in:

Children or uncooperative patients

Long and complex surgeries (e.g., orbital tumors, trauma)

Drugs used: Propofol, Sevoflurane, etc.

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⭐Complications

👉Hemorrhage (retrobulbar or peribulbar)

👉Globe perforation

👉Ptosis or diplopia

👉Optic nerve injury

👉Systemic toxicity (if drug enters bloodstream)

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👍Summary Table :-

Type-- Route-- Effect on Eye Movement-- Common Use

Topical --Drops-- No --Minor surface procedures

Retrobulbar --Behind globe-- Yes-- Cataract, glaucoma surgery

Peribulbar-- Around globe-- Yes-- Intraocular surgeries.

Sub-Tenon’s --Between Tenon’s & sclera-- Yes --Cataract, VR surgeries

General-- Systemic --Yes Long/complex surgeries, children

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22/10/2025

BLINDNESS IS CHEAP WITH CONTACT LENSES

I saw an ugly scene, where someone wants to ignorantly get herself blind from the poor use of CONTACT LENSES.

She had just bought her contact lens from a random vendor on the street who moves around with his beauty products in a truck for sale.

She’s been struggling to fit the Contact lens on her eyes

Someone now offered to help her…

Before I knew it, more than 3 adult hands were on her face trying to help her fit the contact lenses on her eyes

No hygiene measures were observed

They were all out to show off their skills in contact lens fitting

E don enter…
E never enter
Close your eyes
Open am
Blink your eyes
Comot am
E dey pepper me
Where all I kept hearing from them.

Shortly after, she was restless despite their assistance

Her Eyes became inflamed

They turned red

With uncontrollable tears

She was restless

Come comot am abeg, she exclaimed

I no fit again…

You see, most times my gender only buy Contact Lenses for slaying purposes without putting other considerations for use in place.

If you must use CONTACT LENSES;

1. Get it from an OPTOMETRIST so that you will get the right education on how to use it. Again, deal with someone you can always run back to if there are issues.

2. There are 2 types of contact lenses:
Soft and hard contact lenses.
Find out which is most appropriate for you to use at the time.

3. Contact lenses are further categorized into:
Daily wear and Extended wear contact lenses.
Find out which one you are buying and let your OPTOMETRIST further give you directives on how long it should be worn.

4. Hygiene must be top notch. Wash your hands before and after fitting.

5. Never use contact Lenses without a Contact lens sterile solution.

6. Never use contact lenses without a Lubricating drop prescribed by your Doctor.

7. Get a Contact lens applicator kit, If you are not skilled at fitting contact lenses with your bare fingers.

8. Always check for expiry date

Disclaimer: The Eye in the picture is not her eyes but the poor use of contact lenses can damage your eyes like what you see in the picture.

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11/07/2025

I am an Optometrist. I don’t just help you see clearly I help you keep your eyes healthy for life.

Every day at , I diagnose and manage eye diseases, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, monitor chronic conditions like glaucoma, and sometimes spot health issues just by looking into your eyes.

But let’s clear something up because many people still mix us up:

✅ Optometrist (Me!)
I’m a trained doctor of optometry. I examine, diagnose, treat, and manage eye diseases and vision problems. I prescribe glasses, contact lenses, medications and monitor long-term eye conditions.
I'm your primary eye care provider, the one you should see first for anything related to your eyes.

Ophthalmologist
An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor (an eye surgeon) who treats eye diseases and performs surgeries.
You see them when a surgical intervention or advanced medical treatment is needed.
In many cases, I refer patients to them if surgery is required and they refer patients back to me for continued care.

Optician
An optician helps fit and dispense your glasses and lenses based on prescriptions from me mostly.
They don’t diagnose or treat eye problems, but they’re important for getting your lenses just right.

Optical Nurse
An optical nurse (or ophthalmic nurse) supports patient care within clinics or hospitals, especially during or after surgeries, or in managing chronic conditions. They work alongside optometrists and ophthalmologists in care delivery.

So no, I’m not “just someone who sells glasses.”

I’m a doctor.
A frontline eye care expert.
A guardian of sight.
An advocate for your vision and overall health.

If you haven’t seen an Optometrist in the last year, this is your reminder.
Your eyes are too precious to neglect or to be handed over to the hands of the wrong persons.

24/06/2025

No need to loss your self confidence because of this. Talk to us about it,let's boost ur self confidence.

01/06/2025

Let's say no to self medication especially when it comes to our eyes.
Love your eyes

09/05/2025

This is what I do. youreyes

08/05/2025

Make a date with us,what are u waiting for.

10/04/2025

Hallo Lovelies
Saw this on a colleague's wall and sad as it may sound or seem,we encounter this every now and then in the Medical world.
Please Men of God,stick to your calling and you wonderful n ever Obedient Church Brethren borrow Sense.
I stop here for now will talk more about this

08/04/2025

DEADLY BEAUTY TRENDS: THE DARK SIDE OF UV LIGHT IN EYELASH EXTENSIONS.

In pursuit of beauty and fashion, many women have turned to eyelash extensions, relying on UV light to secure them. However, this trend comes with an extreme risk, one that can lead to irreversible damage and even death.

UV light, a silent assassin, slowly and mercilessly causes severe eye damage, including corneal ulcers, cataracts, and blindness. Prolonged exposure leads to premature aging, wrinkles, and skin discoloration. Each session accelerates skin degradation, paving the way for future painful surgeries and expensive creams, the opposite of the beauty it promised.

Moreover, eyelash extension adhesives contain chemicals that can cause allergic reactions, skin irritation, and respiratory problems. Improper application or removal can lead to eye infections, eyelid swelling, and permanent scarring.

The most frightening aspect is the unknown long-term consequences. Repeated UV light exposure risks irreversible damage to the cornea, crystalline lens and retina. The very thought of living with permanent vision loss or blindness is a chilling reminder of the devastating price you might pay for beauty.

Despite these dangers, many women prioritize beauty over health, sacrificing well-being for fleeting glamour. Unaware, they slowly destroy the very thing they're trying to enhance.

Beauty is not just skin deep; it's also health deep. Neglecting health for fashion risks losing vitality, radiance, and life. Let's rethink priorities, choose health over beauty trends, and opt for safer alternatives.

Remember, beauty fades, but health is forever. Don't let fashion kill your beauty.

✍
Dr Adaku Obia
Superstar Optomodel
# aldoraeyeclinic
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15/02/2025

Have two pictures am going to share here for us to see.
Picture 1 lost her eye cause she wouldn't show up to the clinic on time infact her eye was removed through a process we call Evisceration in medicine.
Picture 2 reported immediately to the clinic n his eyes are better now after a week plus of treatment.
Please Love this eyes of urs. You have just a pair.

20/01/2025

God did it,we are now providers. Keep ur fingers crossed,more HMO still to come. Its our new era year.
Thank you Lord

05/01/2025

Happy New Year

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