Gurjeet Jutley - Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon

  What does seeing halos around lights mean? If you notice that you are seeing bright circles or rings, like halos, around light sources when you look at them, it requires urgent assessment. It has several potential causes and consequences, some of which have serious implications.  In this article, Gurjeet Jutley looks at the topic of seeing halos and how and when you should seek help.  How do you know if halos are caused by a serious condition? If halos appear suddenly, or if you sometimes or always see rainbow patterned halos, have blurred vision, pain or feel any other discomfort, they might indicate a serious condition.  If you have never experienced halos previously, or their frequency or regularity has suddenly increased, then please seek medical attention. The correct treatment plan can then be implemented.   What are the causes of seeing halos around lights?   Halos appearing when you look at light sources are usually caused by diffraction. This is ...

A Webinar series aimed to provide ophthalmology students, enthusiasts and professionals a global Platfrom to learn and exchange ideas on pressin ophthalmology topics Some of the webinars are: Managing Glaucoma in Patients with Anterior Segment Dysgenesis Speakers: Ken K Nischal, Elena Bitrian, Gorka Sesma, and Gurjeet Jutley Discussants: David Walton and Alana L. Grajweski Moderators: Nicola Freeman and Alex Levin When a tube shunt is not enough Presented by : Elena Bitrian, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Florida, USA Panelist:  Gurjeet Jutley, Oxford University Hospital, Oxford, UK Paul Healey, Western Sydney Eye Hospital, Australia Organisers: Gurjeet Jutley, Oxford University Hospital, Oxford, UK Maria C.Guirao-Navarro, Oxford University Hospital, Oxford, UK Intraocular glaucoma stents: Isn’t it just the cataract surgery? Presented by: Paul Healey, Western Sydney Eye Hospital, Australia Panelist: Elena Bitrian Organisers: Gurjeet Jutley, Oxford University Hospital, Oxford, UK...

Gurjeet Jutley - We are often asked by our patients if any lifestyle modifications can help manage glaucoma. This is an interesting topic and is worth exploring, as some evidence does exist that lifestyle factors may exert an influence on eye pressure. In this article, Gurjeet Jutley explores how lifestyle choices can impact your condition. Food and drink Caffeine Large amounts of caffeine can have the effect of raising the pressure in your eyes, as well as having systemic detriment to the body as a whole. Where possible, aim to reduce caffeine intake, particularly if more than five strong cups are consumed daily. Alcohol Excessive alcohol drinking can damage the optic nerve, so called toxic neuropathy. We also see instantaneous optic nerve damage with methanol ingestion. Clearly, moderated alcohol consumption promotes better health all round. Smoking The health risks of smoking are well-documented, and while there are no specific links between smoking and glaucoma, older smokers may ...

  Cataracts   occur when the natural lens in the eye becomes cloudy. This can cause gradual visual disturbance, affecting colour perception, night driving and quality of life. Although it most commonly occurs after the age of 40, it can also be caused by a variety of factors. This includes infections, nutrition, eye trauma, smoking and diseases such as diabetes. Commonly asked is how  cataract surgery  is carried out and will it last a lifetime? In this article,  Gurjeet Jutley , Cataract Surgeon Oxford, explores the subject in more detail. What is cataract surgery? The nursing team assess each patient carefully, ensuring the full pupil dilation with drops. Within the operating room, the surgical team numb the eye before proceeding to make 2.4mm incisions that self-seal upon conclusion of the surgery. The cataract is ‘hoovered’ out before an acrylic lens is inserted to replace the previous one. Recovery usually takes 2-6 weeks and a protective eye shield is like...

  24 August 2021 Telemedicine has evolved rapidly as a result of the pandemic and can be innovative way of delivering health care to select groups of patients from a distance virtually.  Healthcare professionals can aid each other for advice and opinions worldwide, particularly enabling global teaching webinars to disseminate ideas and experiences.  Hence, telemedicine a rapidly growing field that offers a multitude of potential benefits to patients and medical professionals alike. In this article,  Gurjeet Jutley ,  Glaucoma Surgeon  Oxford and team, discuss how telemedicine can benefit glaucoma patients. Telemedicine is evolving, with an acceleration post pandemic. With improving technology, it can be a dynamic way to help all patients. It can be postulated that telemedicine will continue to be a prominent model to help deliver healthcare. Of course, it will be interesting to see what new technological developments will emerge to facilitate this. For More...

  Fingers crossed, we should be packing our bags for green and amber countries soon! Of course, a break from life can ensure slackening of rituals, which should be avoided with respect to ocular medications. We can attempt to ensure compliance to medications utilizing the following practical suggestions: Keep Glaucoma Medication In Your Hand Luggage Fortunately, medications are allowed to be carried on whilst flying, which is invaluable to ensure long flights are not a hindrance to instilling drops. In the current situation passengers are still required to wear face masks (unless exempt), which of course exacerbates dry eyes. Lubricant medications should be used to ensure the eyes are comfortable.Whilst  glaucoma surgery  is not an absolute contra-indication for flying, it would mean follow-up will be compromised. Hence it is sensible to avoid flying until a degree of stability is reached. Ensure That You Travel With Plenty Of Glaucoma Medication Negotiation with physicia...

  The impact of Covid-19 on glaucoma treatment - Gurjeet Jutley Glaucoma UK have suggested what we have seen in clinical practice: sadly lengthy delays were noted for surgical procedures which have inevitably contributed to sight loss. Furthermore, it has been seen that the number of referrals from optometry into hospitals for glaucoma was reduced by around 70% in 2020, compared to the previous year. Hence, patients were neither receiving diagnoses nor early management plans.  More.. Related articles about  glaucoma : Glaucoma clinics: impact of COVID-19 - Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, healthcare has had major reforms in how we are delivering help to our patients. The aim always has been and always will be optimal patient safety. COVID-19 and glaucoma treatment -  People with glaucoma should adhere to the general guidelines: Maintain social distancing Wash your hands regularly Wear a mask when being around other people Ventilate rooms Avoid gatherings Glauco...

Diabetic Retinopathy – What You Need to Know MAY, 2019 Diabetic Retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes. High blood sugar levels associated with diabetes causes damage to the blood vessels in the retina (the part of your eyes that is sensitive to light). At first, this may cause no symptoms or only mild vision problems, but as the disease progresses this can lead to blindness if undiagnosed and left untreated. In this article, Gurjeet Jutley explains who is at risk of developing diabetic retinopathy, how to spot the symptoms, how you can prevent developing the disease and finally how diabetic retinopathy can be treated. What causes diabetic retinopathy? To reiterate, diabetic retinopathy is caused by too much sugar in your bloodstream. This can block the blood vessels which lead to your retina (the light-receiving part of your eye) and prevent it from receiving the blood flow it needs. This causes your body to generate new blood vessels in...

MAY, 2019 Dry Eye Syndrome (also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca) is a very common eye condition across the world. It’s also one of the main reasons why people visit an eye surgeon such as Gurjeet Jutley. It happens when your tear glands can’t produce enough tears, the tears evaporate too quickly, or if the balance of oil, water and mucus in the tears isn’t quite right. This results in those tell-tale dry, sore, itchy and inflamed eyes. In this short article, Gurjeet will explain more about what dry eye syndrome is, the most common causes, and how you can go about treating it. What are the symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome? There are a wide variety of symptoms associated with Dry Eye Syndrome. These can include: ● A burning sensation ● Gritty feeling in the eyes ● Feeling like something is in your eyes (known as foreign body sensation) ● Itchy eyes ● Sore eyes ● Red and inflamed eyes ● Sensation of dryness ● Fatigued eyes ● Sensitivity to light ● Blurred visio...

How to choose your eye surgeon There are many things you need to consider when you require the services of an eye surgeon. Your eyes are very precious to you, which means it’s essential that you enlist a leading professional with many years of experience to draw upon. The eye surgeon you choose should belong to various prestigious organisations and bodies, and they should specialise in a number of areas. You should also look for evidence of genuine positive reviews and testimonials, and ideally, they should have worked for organisations of incredibly high repute. An excellent reputation A leading ophthalmologist is likely to have been published in industry-leading publications, published their own books and received or been nominated for awards. They are likely to also work as lecturers and have links with various hospitals and universities. Today, a reputable eye surgeon will also have a strong online presence, and they may be found on a range of social media services. Footage...

  April 4, 2019     Gurjeet Jutley     Eye Health Care ,  Gurjeet Jutley Your diet can have a bigger impact on your eyesight and eye health than you might think. By maintaining a healthy diet, you could reduce your chances of experiencing poor-quality eye health later in life. Eating the right foods now can help you avoid or slow down conditions including cataracts, glaucoma and loss of vision in the future. In this blog, Gurjeet Jutley takes a look at some of the most effective foods for eye health that you could and should be including in your diet. Cooked kale and carrots Cooked kale includes lutein and zeaxanthin, which both have an excellent reputation when it comes to promoting good quality eye health. Carrots are famously beneficial when it comes to eye health and include beta-carotene, which is converted to vitamin A once it is inside our bodies. They are also excellent sources of lutein and zeaxanthin. It’s thought that Vitamin A c...

How to choose your eye surgeon APRIL, 2019 How to choose your eye surgeon There are many things you need to consider when you require the services of an eye surgeon . Your eyes are very precious to you, which means it’s essential that you enlist a leading professional with many years of experience to draw upon. The eye surgeon you choose should belong to various prestigious organisations and bodies, and they should specialise in a number of areas. You should also look for evidence of genuine positive reviews and testimonials, and ideally, they should have worked for organisations of incredibly high repute. An excellent reputation A leading ophthalmologist is likely to have been published in industry-leading publications, published their own books and received or been nominated for awards. They are likely to also work as lecturers and have links with various hospitals and universities. Today, a reputable eye surgeon will also have a strong online presence, and they m...

How exercise impacts glaucoma – Gurjeet Jutley MARCH, 2019 In this article  Gurjeet Jutley  explores how exercise can have a positive impact on  Glaucoma  and what research has been done on this subject. Glaucoma  is an eye condition where the optic nerve connected the eye to the brain is damaged. It generally happens when fluid builds up on the front area of the eye. This increases the pressure inside the eye. When glaucoma isn’t diagnosed or treated early enough, vision can be lost. Although glaucoma can affect anyone, it tends to impact people in their 70s and 80s the most. Many people living with glaucoma may experience little or no symptoms initially, which is why the condition is frequently diagnosed during routine eye tests. Symptoms can include blurred vision, and the condition tends to affect both eyes, though it may be more severe in one eye. How quickly can glaucoma develop? Sometimes  glaucoma  can develop very quickly. W...

  February 22, 2019     Gurjeet Jutley      Gurjeet Jutley There are many factors that can determine whether spectacles or contact lenses are the right option for you. It’s important to move away from the idea that one is actually better than the other – what’s right for one person may be completely wrong for someone else. Personal preference tends to play a big role in decisions made about solutions for improving eyesight. In this article,  Gurjeet Jutley  takes a look at some of the reasons people choose spectacles over contact lenses, vice-versa and why choosing both can be an option. The benefits of spectacles Some people opt for spectacles because they don’t require much maintenance or cleaning. You don’t need to touch your eyes in order to wear spectacles, and they obviously last for longer than contact lenses, which means they can be a better option for the budget-conscious. Spectacles or eyeglasses are also able to control ...