Clinical Quandaries

Advice on how to handle tricky clinical dilemmas, especially involving comanagement with ophthalmology or another specialty. Edited by Paul C. Ajamian, OD

RP Prognostication

Genetic testing can provide patients better perspective on how to handle this heritable disease.
05/15/2022

Assuming the Worst

Careful observation and history taking is paramount when evaluating a swollen eyelid.
04/15/2022

Suspicious Sector

When confronted with this distinctive pattern of injection, episcleritis isn’t always the correct diagnosis.
03/15/2022

Secret Serum

Treating LASIK-induced dry eye requires restoration of the ocular surface.
02/15/2022

Shingle Repair

Chronic, debilitating pain following herpes zoster must be managed promptly.
01/15/2022

Keep it PG

These growths, seen in both children and adults, are often easily managed.
12/15/2021

Out of Orbit

Prolapse of fat can disturb patients but may not be harmful.
11/15/2021

Prescribing for Two

Be aware of the factors at play for pregnant diabetic women.
10/15/2021

Up in Flames

Appropriate but aggressive therapy can make the difference.
09/15/2021

Damn the Torpedos

This maculopathy often poses no threat, but keep an eye on it.
08/15/2021