Eye Disease Treatment and
Management in St. Louis, MO
Our Approach to Eye Disease Treatment and Management
For five generations, Erker’s Fine Eyewear has helped patients in the St. Louis area maintain clear vision with our high-quality selection of eyeglasses and contact lenses and thorough approach to eye disease treatment and management.
Your Partner in Long-Term Eye Health
Our team is proud to provide St. Louis with excellent eye care, and we’re thrilled to share our experience with patients to help them see the world clearly. We’ll be your partner in all things eye care and make sure your vision is protected, now and in the future.
Eye Diseases and the Importance of Early Detection
We work to identify the signs of eye diseases early before they have a chance to affect your vision. Our eye exams are the foundation of our lifetime commitment to you and your vision, as early detection is the best way to protect your eyesight.
Our Advanced Imaging Technology
Our team uses a variety of advanced equipment, including the cutting edge Optos ultra-widefield retinal imager, which gives a complete, high-definition image of the back of your eye and the important structures inside of it. The Optos gives us these images without ever needing to dilate your eyes and helps us identify the earliest signs of vision-threatening conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and glaucoma.
Conditions We Treat
We diagnose and manage a wide range of eye diseases and conditions, including the following:
Macular Degeneration, Screening & Testing
Macular degeneration is a condition that affects the retinal structure, called the macula, which causes loss of central vision or loss of details in the central vision. If you have a family history of macular degeneration or are experiencing changes in your central vision, you need to schedule a dilated fundus examination with your eye doctor.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve which causes loss of peripheral vision and can lead to blindness. If you have a family history of glaucoma or have been told that your optic nerve is large or if the pressures in your eye are elevated, you need to have a complete glaucoma workup to rule out this disease.
Dry Eye
An uncomfortable yet common condition, dry eye disease causes your eyes to feel dehydrated and irritated. This is often due to either inadequate tear production, or low-quality tears. Our team uses advanced diagnostic technology to identify the root cause of your dry eye and then take steps to provide you with fast relief from its symptoms.
Red Eye
Red eye is usually a sign of infection or inflammation of the eye. It can result from any of the following conditions, including viral, bacterial, allergic, conjunctivitis, episcleritis, scleritis, acute glaucoma, dry eye, and herpes keratitis, though it is not limited to just those. If you are having symptoms of red eye accompanied with pain or discomfort or reduced vision, it is important to see an eye doctor immediately.
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetes can affect all aspects of your health, but it can potentially have a large impact on your vision if left unmonitored. Regular eye exams can help us stay ahead of diabetic eye conditions, such as diabetic retinopathy, and we’ll customize a management plan to handle any conditions or issues that may arise.
Surgical Co-Management
We make it our duty to care for your eyes, inside and out, and if they ever require surgery, we’ll be by your side. We work closely with the top surgeons in the area and will co-manage your procedure to ensure a smooth recovery and crystal-clear vision.
Foreign Body
Foreign bodies can get lodged in the eye any time we’re out in the open, but most commonly happens when working with wood or metals without proper protective eyewear. Foreign bodies, if lodged in the cornea or conjunctiva, need to be immediately removed as some metals can rust and some plant material can cause fungal or bacterial infections.
AMD
Macular Degeneration, Screening & Testing
Macular degeneration is a condition that affects the retinal structure, called the macula, which causes loss of central vision or loss of details in the central vision. If you have a family history of macular degeneration or are experiencing changes in your central vision, you need to schedule a dilated fundus examination with your eye doctor.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve which causes loss of peripheral vision and can lead to blindness. If you have a family history of glaucoma or have been told that your optic nerve is large or if the pressures in your eye are elevated, you need to have a complete glaucoma workup to rule out this disease.
Dry Eye
Dry Eye
An uncomfortable yet common condition, dry eye disease causes your eyes to feel dehydrated and irritated. This is often due to either inadequate tear production, or low-quality tears. Our team uses advanced diagnostic technology to identify the root cause of your dry eye and then take steps to provide you with fast relief from its symptoms.
Red Eye
Red Eye
Red eye is usually a sign of infection or inflammation of the eye. It can result from any of the following conditions, including viral, bacterial, allergic, conjunctivitis, episcleritis, scleritis, acute glaucoma, dry eye, and herpes keratitis, though it is not limited to just those. If you are having symptoms of red eye accompanied with pain or discomfort or reduced vision, it is important to see an eye doctor immediately.
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetes can affect all aspects of your health, but it can potentially have a large impact on your vision if left unmonitored. Regular eye exams can help us stay ahead of diabetic eye conditions, such as diabetic retinopathy, and we’ll customize a management plan to handle any conditions or issues that may arise.
Surgical Co-Management
Surgical Co-Management
We make it our duty to care for your eyes, inside and out, and if they ever require surgery, we’ll be by your side. We work closely with the top surgeons in the area and will co-manage your procedure to ensure a smooth recovery and crystal-clear vision.
Foreign Body
Foreign Body
Foreign bodies can get lodged in the eye any time we’re out in the open, but most commonly happens when working with wood or metals without proper protective eyewear. Foreign bodies, if lodged in the cornea or conjunctiva, need to be immediately removed as some metals can rust and some plant material can cause fungal or bacterial infections.
Need Eye Disease Treatment or Management Care in St. Louis? Choose Erker’s!
To ensure a lifetime of clear, healthy eyesight, schedule your comprehensive eye exam with Erker’s Fine Eyewear. We’ll take care of you every step of the way.
