Your Eyes Say More Than You Think When It Comes to Your Overall Health
Our eyes can tell us a lot about our overall health. Routine eye exams aren’t just to see whether you have 20/20 vision or need glasses. They also help to monitor your eye and general health. In fact, eye doctors can actually spot other conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and even clogged arteries just by looking into your eyes.
Finding eye conditions – for example, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma or age-related changes – early is important. This means treatment can be started to prevent vision loss or blindness. This means you and your doctor can start treatment sooner to prevent vision loss or blindness.
Getting a comprehensive eye exam is important for everyone, especially if you have diabetes, and/or a family history of vision problems.
Eye Issues to Watch Out For:
- Any noticeable changes in your vision
- Eye pain, burning, or dryness
- Floaters (tiny specks that float in your vision)
- Flashes of light
- Redness or drainage in either eye
- Double vision
- Sensitivity to light or halos around lights
If it’s been a while since you’ve had a complete eye exam, make an appointment today.