About EyesExplained
Chris Matthews.
Chris Matthews is a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Oculoplastic Surgeon based in the North East of England.
He has worked as a hospital consultant for nearly ten years, with a specialist focus on oculoplastic surgery, eyelid problems, and tear duct conditions.
Too many patients leave clinic with unanswered questions, or find themselves confronted with information that is either alarming or unhelpfully vague.
EyesExplained exists to change that. Every tool, every page, every sentence has been written by a working clinician who sees these conditions every week.
EyesExplained is free, educational, and clinically accurate. No registration. No advertising. No agenda other than giving people clear answers to real questions about their eyes.
Chris also runs a private oculoplastics clinic for eyelid and tear duct problems. Details are available at chrismatthewseyelids.co.uk.
Why I created PlainVision
Eye symptoms can be worrying, and often difficult to make sense of. Many people search for answers but find information that is either too technical, too vague, or unnecessarily alarming.
I created PlainVision to make eye health clearer and easier to understand. It brings together simple explanations and practical tools, based on real clinical experience, to help you understand what might be happening and what to do next.
How PlainVision can help
- Simple explanations of common eye symptoms, written by a practicing ophthalmologist
- Practical tools to help you assess your symptoms and understand what they might mean
- Clear guidance on when symptoms need prompt attention and when they can wait
Clinical approach
The information on this site reflects how eye conditions are assessed in real clinical practice, presented in a way that is straightforward and easy to follow. It is educational, not diagnostic, and always encourages professional assessment where there is genuine uncertainty or concern.
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