We know that regular checkups with your doctor are a great way to stay healthy. The same thing goes for your eyes. Regularly seeing an eye doctor is important to maintain good eye health. March is Save Your Vision Month. It is a reminder to make protecting our eyes and vision a priority. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, only about 50 percent of |
Routinely visiting an eye doctor is one of the best things you can do to protect your vision. Consider some of the reasons to schedule your next appointment.
You have never had a baseline eye exam
For early diagnosis of eye diseases
You have unexplained or new vision issues
But it is also critical to see an eye doctor if you develop new visual symptoms. If you develop any of the following, see an eye doctor immediately:
- Severe eye pain
- A sudden decrease in vision
- Sudden light flashes
You should also schedule an appointment with an eye doctor as soon as possible if you experience:
- Blurred vision
- Decreased ability to see at night
- Floaters
A new diagnosis of diabetes
In addition to diabetes, it is also a good idea to see your eye care provider if you are diagnosed with any new medical condition that can potentially affect the eyes, such as multiple sclerosis, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis. Each disease may manifest differently when it comes to vision. Your eye doctor will provide information on how to reduce vision problems.
Frequent headaches
Frequent headaches can also occur due to problems with the eyes. For example, digital eye strain can lead to headaches. Wearing the wrong prescription eyeglasses for your condition can also cause headaches. If you experience headaches often and do not know the cause, it is helpful to see an eye doctor to rule out any vision-related issues.
We hope the above information was helpful to help you protect your vision. If you would like to ask whether an appointment with one of our eye doctors would be appropriate at this time, call our office at 508-746-8600.