Healthy vision and eyesight is important for everyone. But did you know men are more vulnerable to injuries involving their eyes, while women are more prone to eye diseases.

What type of eye problems are women more susceptible to?

Common vision problems that affect women more than men include, needing prescription glasses, glaucoma (damages the optic nerve due to increased eye pressure), age related macular degeneration (AMD gradual loss of central vision), and dry eyes.

While some vision problems are more serious than others, early detection is key to healthy eyes and a lifetime of great vision.

Chronic dry eyes are a problem for many women. Pain, irritation, redness, and blurred vision are just a few of the symptoms. There is typically an underlying cause for dry eyes, which is why it is important to visit the eye doctor.

Some serious sight threatening conditions don’t have many symptoms.

Studies show women, the primary caregivers, often neglect their own health. Busy with a long to do list, getting everyone off to school, work, after school activities, homework, dinner, chores, it is easy to see why scheduling an eye exam gets pushed to the back burner. Small problems either go unnoticed or brushed off as not a big deal, until the problem is in a more serious stage.

Medication, birth control, pregnancy, hormonal changes, and menopause, can contribute to developing vision problems.

Male vs Female

Did you know men and women’s eye work differently? Research shows women are actually better at distinguishing shades of color. While men are better at tracking movement.

Optometrist Role

Having healthy eyes means regular eye exams, a nutritious diet and exercise. If you ever notice a change in your vision it is important to see a doctor.

Eye exams can detect more than just vision problems. By looking at the retina and blood vessels in the eye, a doctor can detect early stages of diabetes, stroke, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and other problems.

Take action today and schedule a comprehensive eye exam with Lake Nona Eye Care.