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Ruth D. Williams, MD

Ruth D. Williams, MD is a glaucoma specialist in Wheaton, IL. She attended medical school at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago. She subsequently completed a residency in ophthalmology at the California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco and a fellowship in glaucoma at the University of California San Francisco.

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What eye specialist would I see if I am experiencing temporary blindness in one eye or sometime both eyes. Lasting 1-2 minutes. 20 time per year Also, have pressure(feels similar to my eye being squeezed) (02/01/2010)

I am 55 years old and had RK some 15 years ago and then had cataract surgery in both eyes two years ago. My left eye did fine, but my right eye has had something like a film since the surgery. (12/17/2009)

: I visited an ophthalmologist 3 weeks ago for a checkup. The doctor did a full evaluation and my eye pressure was 26 and 24, He put me on xalaton drop each night, and I returned 3 weeks later. (12/03/2009)

I have been diagnosed as being at risk for closed angle glaucoma. My doctor is recommending a laser iridotomy. I have read the risks, but have not found anything that says this treatment is recommended as a prophylactic measure. (10/01/2009)

My acupuncturist has given me a preparation of water and salt and recommends that I put drops in each eye before bedtime. This stings a lot. She claims it will help inner organs as well. What is your opinion of this treatment? (09/16/2009)

Glaucoma runs in my family, I’m 52 and have taken drops since I was 16. I was on drops twice a day but changed back to once a day. I had visual fields and other test and nerves look fine but my pressure is up to 24 and 30. (08/07/2009)

Can you wear contacts if you have glaucoma? (08/05/2009)

Are there any useful supplements for Glaucoma, or are they a Waste of Money? (06/25/2009)

Does glaucoma cause headaches? (06/25/2009)

When should I consult an ophthalmologist vs an optometrist. I have had my eyes examined in the past by an optometrist but recently began having problems with flashes of light and shadows of eyelashes appearing before my eyes. I am 65 years old. (06/08/2009)

I am reading a book which says that white light therapy can cure glaucoma and other eye disorders. Where can I find an eye doctor who knows about this type of treatment? (06/08/2009)

Fifteen years ago I was diagnosed as having both normal tension glaucoma and pigmentary dispersion glaucoma, following head injuries received in a car crash. (05/18/2009)

My wife was recently diagnosed with normotensive glaucoma. What are the chances that she won’t experience any sight loss as long as she caught it early and is on a eye treatment medication? (04/30/2009)

Are my sons at risk of juvenile glaucoma from their grandmother who was diagnosed with adult open angle glaucoma at age 60? (04/30/2009)

My eye pressure was measured at 22 at 8:30 am. I am 52, with a family history of glaucoma (mother and grandmother). My eye doctor called it high end of normal, and we are watching it. But my mother said 22 is high, and should consider treating with drops. (04/02/2009)

My eyes always seem to be dry these days. I never had this problem before, but they always seem scratchy and irritated. I’m a 52-year old woman in otherwise normal health. Do you know what might be the cause of this problem? (03/31/2009)

What is wrong when your eyelid keeps jumping every so often? (03/31/2009)

I have glaucoma with a pressure of 24 with three medications. I was advised to have surgery insert a tube in my left eye to improve drainage and lower pressure. What is your opinion about this procedure and what are the complications? (03/27/2009)

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