Cyst removal

• A cyst is an enlargement of an oil producing gland in the eyelid.
• If a large chalazion or stye does not heal after other treatments or if it affects your vision, it may need to be drained under local anaesthetic at the Progressive Vision clinic.

Botox for Blepharospasm

Blepharospasm is a rare condition that severely impacts patients. It causes involuntary, repetitive spasms leading to eyelid closure.

• BOTOX is injected into the muscles and blocks the signal from the nerve, which helps to stop the spasms.
• The effects of the injection last for two to three months and it starts to work within a few days.
• About seven out of 10 people with blepharospasm are helped by botulinum (Botox) injections.

Syringing and Probing of the tear ducts

• Blocked tear ducts cause watery, sticky eyes.
• Lacrimal syringing is a simple procedure done to evaluate the patency of the lacrimal system.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, book an appointment with your eye doctor to receive a diagnosis and get the treatment you need.

Referrals

• Priority appointments for urgent referrals
• Referrals through Healthmail (progressivevision.sandyford@healthmail.ie) or email referrals@progressivevision.ie