Eye health is closely connected to overall wellness. A comprehensive eye exam can uncover serious conditions like high blood pressure, cholesterol, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, tumors or even cancer.
Glaucoma may show no noticeable symptoms and can only be detected through an eye exam. Untreated, it can eventually steal your sight. Other common eye diseases such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and cataracts all need medical diagnosis and treatment.
Eye health is dynamic. Your prescription most likely will change with time, sometimes faster than you expect. Digital eye strain has increased recently with more computer time during the pandemic. You don’t need eye strain and headaches. You do need good vision and eyewear to be safe, even at home.
Over-wearing old contacts can severely damage your eyes. Your prescription and fit must be checked and fresh lenses ordered regularly.
Your doctor can give you options that can enhance your lifestyle. Glasses, contacts, corrective surgery, special lenses and coatings, sports glasses and “Drivewear”, are options that can allow you, at work or play, to do the things you want to do.
