Vision problems develop slowly over time. You may not notice this happening. Here’s what happened to me: It was subtle at first, but then became apparent when I started experiencing eye strain on a weekly basis. Then I scheduled an eye exam and found out I had it Moderate astigmatism. Which is common. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, One in three people Lives with astigmatism.
Now I’m writing this without squinting, thanks to prescription glasses held to my face by headphones. take it from me; Just because you can see things doesn’t mean you see them as clearly as you can. Here are the exact signs that you may need glasses.
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9 things that tell you it’s time to get glasses
1. You stare to see things
While you’re reading this, are you staring? If so, relax your face. Are the words a little hazy now? If so, you may need glasses.
Staring is a normal reaction We do when we need to focus on things. By squinting, the lens of the eye changes shape, and less light enters the retina, allowing objects to appear sharper. Constant staring while looking at things is one of the clearest signs of vision problems.
2. Blurry vision
Blurry vision is one of the main reasons I went to the ophthalmologist. Over time, I noticed that the letters on my phone’s keyboard were blurring as I typed. In my case, it was caused by astigmatism. However, blurry vision may also be a sign of this near or farsightedness. All of this can be corrected with glasses.
3. You suffer from eyestrain
Eyestrain is caused by several sources, including poor lighting, stress and fatigue. But it can also come from consistent computer use and underlying vision conditions that cause you to squint to see better. Eyestrain can hinder your ability to focus and complete your normal routine. Basically, eye strain means that Your eyes are tired.
according to Johns Hopkins MedicineCommon symptoms of eyestrain include:
Headaches Eye muscle spasms Itchy or watery eyes Photosensitivity Sore back and neck Blurred vision Dmitry Marchenko/Getty Images
4. You have to bring books close to see them clearly
Have you ever started reading a book or magazine and realized that you’re getting closer to your face than you used to? It is as if it is creeping closer and closer without warning.
Most commonly, this is caused by PresbyopiaDecreased ability to focus and see things up close. It is also often called age-related hyperopia. It generally begins around the age of 40. Presbyopia occurs naturally as we age and this can happen easily corrected with glasses.
5. It’s hard to see at night
night blindness, which describes difficulty seeing things in dimly lit places or in the dark, can also indicate that you need glasses. There are many reasons for this to happen; For example, it may be as simple as nearsightedness or difficulty seeing distant objects.
Even more dangerous is that night blindness may be a A symptom of cataracts or clouding of the lens, retinitis pigmentosa; Or tunnel vision caused by dark pigments in the retina. It is especially important to treat night blindness as it affects your ability to drive.
6. Your eyes take time to adjust to changes in light
Our eyes Designed to adapt to the light Thanks to the iris, the colored part of your eye. The iris is responsible for pupil adjustment, The opening in the iris. When the pupil dilates, it lets in more light, which helps you see when it’s dark. The iris contracts with the pupil when it is bright. There are times when the iris does not adjust quickly.
If your eyes are taking longer than usual to adjust, it’s time to talk to your doctor to see if eyeglasses can help correct this.
7. You have frequent headaches
Headaches can occur Various reasonssuch as dehydration, diet, stress, and hormones. Another common cause is vision problems. Understandably, with so many causes, it can be difficult to attribute headaches to one thing. This is why many people go without glasses when they need them.
Notice your habits. Do you stare or hold things close to your face? Wearing glasses can relieve eye-related headaches.
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8. Distorted vision
Distorted or wavy vision is often described as things looking underwater. Lines and colors are distorted as if waves are flowing across it. Blurred vision can be a sign of: macular degeneration or deterioration of the retina and loss of central vision. Macular degeneration is not curable. However, you can slow the progression of the condition. Specialized eyeglasses for macular degeneration can help manage symptoms.
9. Seeing auras
Have you noticed that the lights at night tend to spread out? Like a halo around the source? Vision halos around lights Like headlights or street lights is another sign that you may need glasses. Halos are symptoms of many vision problems: astigmatism, myopia, farsightedness and cataracts.
Don’t ignore your symptoms
If any of the signs on this list sound familiar, it’s time to schedule a comprehensive eye exam. Just because you make it work doesn’t mean your vision is as good as it can be. Why not see life to the fullest?
But it’s more than that. Ignoring vision problems can threaten your health. Possibly double vision increase the risk of injury or reduce your quality of life. It can also feel incredibly isolating and contribute to that depression or anxiety.
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