ABSTRACT
This chapter presents ten pearls of wisdom for general practitioners (GPs) for better understanding of ophthalmology and for more efficient use of resources. These pearls have been acquired from years of experience and evidence-based study by specialists in the field. Monocular causes include astigmatism, cataract, dry eye and macular degeneration. Binocular diplopia can result from squint, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis and thyroid eye disease. The chapter also presents advice on diagnoses often overlooked by GPs while handling patients with diseases of the eyeball and orbit. Diagnoses of the following diseases/disorders are recommended: ocular migraines, molluscum contagiosum of the eyelids, floppy eyelid syndrome, and blepharophimosis syndrome. The chapter provides guidance on how to distinguish tricky differentials and finally a few tips on prescribing medications for these patients.
