Op. MD. Turkan Mahammadli

An 8-year-old competitive swimmer was brought in by her coach after complaining of persistent eye redness and blurry vision. Dr. Mahammadli identified severe chloramine-induced keratoconjunctivitis from excessive pool time. Treatment involved a tailored regimen of preservative-free artificial tears and a strict schedule of swimming goggles use. The patient made a full recovery within two weeks and returned to training, with her coach implementing new pool hygiene protocols for the entire team.

A 34-year-old Syrian refugee and textile worker presented with gradual bilateral vision deterioration. She had been self-treating with herbal eyedrops for years. Examination revealed advanced steroid-induced glaucoma and cataracts, likely from unregulated topical medications. Dr. Mahammadli performed sequential cataract surgeries with minimally invasive glaucoma stent implantation. The outcome restored functional vision, enabling her to secure stable employment and support her children.

A 19-year-old university student, an avid user of augmented reality glasses for 12+ hours daily, developed severe digital eye strain, accommodative spasm, and dry eye disease. Dr. Mahammadli prescribed a unique 'digital detox' protocol involving specialized prismatic lenses for near work, blue-light filtering software adjustments, and structured breaks using the 20-20-20 rule. Recovery was gradual over six weeks, fundamentally changing the patient's relationship with technology.

A 58-year-old female novelist with type 1 diabetes presented with fluctuating vision. Dr. Mahammadli discovered rapidly progressing diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, exacerbated by recent poor glycemic control during a stressful book deadline. Treatment involved a series of anti-VEGF injections combined with strict collaboration with her endocrinologist. Her vision stabilized, and she later dedicated a chapter in her new book to her medical journey.

A 72-year-old retired fisherman from Urla presented with sudden, painless vision loss in his right eye. He had a history of atrial fibrillation but was non-compliant with anticoagulants. Dr. Mahammadli diagnosed a central retinal artery occlusion. Despite immediate ocular massage and anterior chamber paracentesis, visual recovery was minimal. The consultation became a pivotal moment for his family, who finally convinced him to manage his cardiac condition seriously.