Optometry and Aging :Tips for Maintaining Good Vision as You Get Older ||| Shri Ram Medical College.

See an ophthalmologist or optometrist frequently for checkups on your eyes. In order to preserve your eyesight and avoid losing it altogether, it is important to detect and treat any abnormalities as soon as possible. As you become older, you may experience more significant changes to your eyesight and a higher risk of developing certain diseases and ailments. In the early stages of eye illnesses, many people experience no noticeable symptoms. It is only possible to detect several common eye disorders when they are easier to treat — and before they cause vision loss — with a dilated eye exam performed by an eye care specialist. A drop or two will be placed in each eye to make the pupils larger (dilate) so that the eye doctor can get a clearer look inside your eyes. Get your eyeglass or contact lens prescription tested as well. Reduced visibility due to even temporary conditions can increase the likelihood of injury. Check for conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure by visiti