Although it is easier to think about controlling your teeth, Take care of your eyesight is just as important. And this, from a very young age! If you do not receive reminder letters, it is however necessary to have your vision monitored regularly. This can help identify and manage eye problems before they become more serious!
In this article, Magic Sight wants to provide you with tips and sensitize to the importance of a regular monitoring of one's eyesight. However, if any adviceS and information can be shared to raise awareness and inform everyone about good practices relating to vision health, in case of doubt or symptoms, the consultation of a health professional remains and is essential, and the advice of Magic Sight cannot in any way replace the advice of a health professional.
Regularly monitor your vision
As we told you earlier, regular vision monitoring is important because it makes it possible to detect any appearance of eye disorders. The idea is to be able to detect them as soon as possible in order to be able to intervene and act accordingly. Indeed, some visual disorders, if detected in time, can be corrected or their progress can be slowed down, thanks to the implementation of appropriate treatments (wearing glasses, operations, etc.). Especially since some diseases can be asymptomatic before it gets worse, like glaucoma! Hence the importance of a early detection and the preventive role of regular testing.
Eye exam frequency recommendations
In terms of recommendations on frequency of vision assessments With a ophthalmologist, this varies according to age, individual needs, and eye health risks. To guide you, here are some general tips:
- For children, the first checks are recommended from the first year of life until the start of kindergarten. Subsequently, an annual follow-up should be carried out to ensure good visual development and to detect possible pathologies or visual defects such as hyperopia, myopia or astigmatism.
- For adults between the ages of 20 and 39, it is recommended that they have their eyes examined every 5 years. Except for symptoms or complaints that require more frequent monitoring!
- For people aged 40 to 54, exams should take place every 2 to 4 years, due to the increased risk of developing presbyopia or glaucoma.
- For people between 55 and 64 years of age, the recommended frequency is increased to every 1 to 3 years to detect potential early signs of age-related conditions such as age-related macular degeneration.
- From the age of 65, an annual examination is recommended to monitor even more closely the potential occurrence of such eye disorders or visual impairment.
Of course, anyone who wears glasses or contact lenses, those with a family history of eye diseases, or who suffer from chronic conditions like diabetes, should consult more frequently. People who work in front of a computer screen for extended periods of time are also encouraged to have their eyes examined more regularly.
These recommendations serve as a guide, but following up on the recommendations and advice of a health professional is imperative for recommendations adapted to your specific needs.
Recognize the warning signs
Most visual disorders bring their share of symptoms. Knowing them can help you find and treat eye problems quickly. For example, for babies, monitor for lack of tracking of objects with the eyes, apparent strabismus (eyes that are out of line), or any signs of excessive sensitivity to light.
In general, these are the symptoms that should alert you:
- squinting;
- Frequent headaches;
- Difficulty seeing near or far away;
- Sudden changes in vision;
- Light sensitivity;
- Reduced night vision;
- Vision loss or even sudden blindness;
- Halos around the lights;
- Fluttering or flashes of light.
Obviously, this list is not exhaustive. But at least it gives you an idea of the main things that should alert you. You will thus be able to act accordingly by consulting a specialist in order to prevent any more serious complications. If you have any doubts about the warning signs mentioned above or other elements of sudden onset or that are bothering you, it is imperative to consult an eye care professional such as an ophthalmologist.
Whether it's for a baby showing signs of visual difficulties, a school-age child having trouble seeing the picture clearly, an adult experiencing changes in their vision, or a senior experiencing a decrease in their visual ability, The intervention of a specialist is necessary! Such a professional will be able to perform the necessary and comprehensive assessments, diagnose any underlying problems, and recommend appropriate treatment and care.
Above all: don't wait for the symptoms to get worse!
Common eye diseases
La prevention And the early detection are particularly important in the fight against common diseases such as AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration), glaucoma or cataracts. These conditions can significantly affect the quality of life, but preventive measures and early treatments can help to minimize the impacts.
The DMLA
Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, has two main forms: dry or wet. Each impacting the vision differently. Although treatment rarely restores lost vision, early interventions can slow the progression of vision. It is especially for this disease that people over the age of 55 are encouraged to have their vision checked regularly. Risk factors include smoking, the exhibition to ultraviolet rays but especially family history. To prevent this condition, a diet rich in antioxidants and eye protection against UV radiation are recommended.
Glaucoma
It is a more insidious disease because it is often asymptomatic in its early stages. And yet it is capable of training a irreversible vision loss if it is not detected and treated in time. Therefore, regular examinations that will provide an opportunity to measure intraocular pressure are important in order to detect any changes that may indicate the presence of glaucoma.
The cataract
Cataracts are a common eye disease in The elderly. It causes an opacification of the lens of the eye, thus reducing the quality of vision. To protect yourself from this, it is advisable to protect your eyes against UV rays and to best manage underlying health conditions such as diabetes. It is a disease for which surgery is possible and which has proven to be an effective treatment for restoring vision.
In all cases, set up preventive measures simple things are possible: wearing sunglasses, quitting smoking, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, regular medical supervision especially for people at risk because of their age or genetic predisposition.
Tools and technologies for early detection
You will have noticed that during your visits to the ophthalmologist, several visual exams are carried out in order to assess your eye health. Typically, the following are the tests that are done to detect eye diseases or visual defects:
Anamnesis
Generally, any consultation starts with an interview where the health professional asks you questions about your medical history, your current symptoms and your vision in general. This includes questions about possible vision problems, pain, blinking, or any other symptoms that could indicate an eye problem.
Visual acuity exam
This test measures the patient's ability to see at various distances. It is a basic test to assess the quality of vision. You have probably already had to pass such an exam: smaller and smaller letters on the wall in front of you or a paragraph to read on a board in front of you.
Ophthalmoscopy or fundus
This exam allows the ophthalmologist to inspect the fundus of the eye: the retina, the optic nerve and the blood vessels. Have you ever had to put drops before an ophthalmic appointment? So you probably had such a test. In fact, it can be performed on a dilated pupil, which is why a product prescribed by your ophthalmologist is used prior to the examination.
Visual field examination
This test makes it possible to assess the central and peripheral vision of the patient by detecting areas of potential vision loss. Ophthalmologists often use their fingers or small objects and put them into different fields of vision.
Corneal exam
Used to ensure that the cornea is intact, this test includes the use of a coloring product called fluorescein allowing the health professional to detect the slightest anomaly on the cornea.
Tonometry
This more complementary examination measures the pressure inside the eye. It has an important role to play in detecting glaucoma in combination with an optic nerve exam.
There are many other tests that an ophthalmologist can perform to assess vision and detect any visual diseases or defects. But now you know a certain number of them! In addition, with the advance of innovations and technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and OCT for Optical Coherence Tomography*, new opportunities have emerged and will continue to emerge to improve the prevention and treatment of visual pathologies.
*OCT allows cross-sectional images of the eye to be obtained.
Preserving your eyesight on a daily basis
Now that you have understood the importance of regularly monitoring your vision and how vision specialists can detect pathologies or defects, let's see what are the best practices that you can incorporate into your daily life, in addition to regular follow-up by an ophthalmologist!
A healthy lifestyle
Yes, it is the crux of the matter regardless of the field and that also applies to vision! Hydrate yourself properly, make sure you get enough sleep, do physical activity, enjoy everything without excess, especially alcohol, avoid tobacco at all costs, and make sure to eat five fruits and vegetables a day. With such practices, you ensure that you maintain your visual health as much as possible.
Protect your eyes
Whether it's the sun's ultraviolet rays, the blue light emitted by screens, dust and particles during work, your eyes must be protected from them. Sunglasses, glasses with blue light filtering lenses, safety glasses, put all the chances on your side to protect yourself from the harmful effects of the elements mentioned above.
Preserving your vision: a daily commitment
The prevention and regular monitoring of our vision are important elements in order to anticipate and avoid serious eye problems. Our eyes are put to the test every day, whether by UV rays or the intensive use of screens. However, simple daily practices can make all the difference.
And for those who suffer from central vision loss and are looking to improve their visual comfort, our electronic glasses represent a promising solution. These devices offer an improved visual experience by combining the latest innovations with the concern for comfort. See how our Magic Sight glasses can transform your viewing experience!
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