Importance of Regular Eye Exams

People tend to put off eye exams as they see no reason to spend money on going to an optometrist, especially if they have good vision. Eye exams are more important than you think. Not only can they detect unknown problems in your eye, but they can also detect other medical issues that may affect your whole body. Eye problems can be the first sign of something serious when it comes to your health. Since many of these problems may develop slowly, it’s important to schedule an annual eye care appointment with an optometrist to rule out any serious conditions. If you live in Falmouth, MA, or the surrounding area, choose Advanced Eyecare Specialists for your next eye exam.

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Glaucoma

The feeling of a machine blowing small puffs of air into your eye may be uncomfortable, but it might save your eyesight. That machine is called a tonometer and the small puffs of air into your eye can detect your internal eye pressure. You likely won’t know you have Glaucoma until your vision becomes affected, hence why it’s important to make an appointment with an optometrist to make sure your eyes are healthy.

Cancer

Cancer comes in several different forms and your optometrist can detect if there is cancer in your eyes. Signs of ocular cancers include drooping eyelids, misshapen eyes, and unusual spots on the cornea. Skin cancer can also be detected in the cells of your eyes. Your optometrist can detect if you have other tumors in or near your eyes with various tests.

Diabetes

During your eye exam, the optometrist can detect the presence of diabetes. The blood vessels in your eyes may leak a yellowish fluid and blood which is a major sign of the disease. You could have a condition called diabetic retinopathy and your doctor can recommend the appropriate treatments, such as laser surgery, to prevent it from worsening.

Hypertension

If the optometrist notices the blood vessels in your eyes bend or tear, you may have high blood pressure. Hypertension can lead to many other ailments, such as heart attack and stroke, so it’s important to get it treated immediately.

Cataracts

You may think your vision is just getting worse with age, but it may be a sign of cataracts. This condition is easy to diagnose by an eye doctor and cataracts can grow larger over time, affecting your entire vision. Getting a prescription pair of glasses can help with weak cataracts but eventually, the cataracts might require surgery to save your sight.

Schedule Your Annual Eye Exam

Our optometrists in Falmouth, MA, are ready to help you with any eye issues you may have and can examine you for a host of eye problems. Even if your vision is excellent, it can’t hurt to schedule an eye exam just to make sure your vision remains the same. Call Advanced Eyecare Specialists today at (508) 444-8691 to schedule an appointment.

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