73 Photophobia 79 Headache 85 Part 2. 447 Commonly Used Ophthalmic Pharmaceuticals 451 Index 461 Differential Diagnosis in Primary Eye Care was written to help eye care practitioners and students consider the wide variety of diagnoses possible for a range of ocular symptoms and signs. The editors of this book are doctors and professors of optometry, most are Fellows of the American Academy of Optometry. The short descriptions of physical findings are well written, but may not be sufficient to help inexperienced diagnosticians. There are no photographs or images to aid in identifying signs and symptoms.
Appendixes cover common laboratory tests and ophthalmic pharmaceuticals.
Overall, the format of this title makes it quick and easy to consult. This hardback volume's size, however, makes it more suitable for a library or office bookshelf than handy for clinical visits. Differential Diagnosis in Primary Eye Care is recommended for eye care practitioners and health sciences libraries that serve them. Inc. All rights reserved.