How important are eye exams? They go well beyond correcting blurry vision. They play an important part in safeguarding your overall health and wellness.
With over 20 million people in the United States have some type of vision loss from an eye disease such as age related macular degeneration and glaucoma. Most eye problems are not associated with any pain or warning signs, which is why regular eye exams so important.
Eye Exams Foster Learning
Whether you are an adult or child, most of what we learn requires good vision. Subtle changes in your vision often go unnoticed until you get contacts or glasses. Then you wonder how you were ever able to see without them. They can greatly make a difference in your quality of life. The right eyewear can make everyday activities, such as surfing the internet and reading a lot more comfortable!
“Every seven minutes, someone in the U.S. loses their sight, in Florida, it’s even worse, with 10 of every 1,000 people losing their sight. That’s twice the national average, according to the National Eye Institute,” according to News 6.
2. Myopia is a Growing Problem
Myopia or nearsightedness is becoming almost an epidemic with our children. Unfortunately, early development of myopia puts them at a greater risk for vision threatening conditions down the road, such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.
3. Eye exam vs vision screening
Vision screenings are not a substitute for eye exams. “Vision screenings can uncover some vision problems, but they can miss more than they find. This is a major concern about vision screening programs,” according to American Optometric Association.
“Current vision screening methods cannot be relied on to effectively identify individuals who need vision care. In some cases, vision screening may actually inhibit the early diagnosis of vision problems. Screenings can create a false sense of security for those individuals who “pass” the screening but who actually have a vision problem. These people are then less likely to receive treatment for their vision problem-and it could become worse.”
Check back with us next week for more information on why eye exams are so important, but until then, schedule your eye exam today with Lake Nona Eye Care.