What is Low Vision?? by DORO EYE CLINIC

Hello everyone, trust you start a new promising week. We talked about diabetes and it's effect on the eyes for a while. I believe we have all taken our health a little more seriously considering that it could have such adverse effects no night eyes.

 

Today, we'll be looking at the condition affecting a lot of people. Some of these people have tried wearing glasses, contact lenses, used medications etc, yet there vision is no better at all. These patients are said to have low vision.

In this edition, we'll be looking at:

What is Low vision

What happens when one has low vision

How do I know if I have low vision

Causes of Low vision

How do I know when to get an eye exam

LOW VISION

What is Low Vision

Low vision is the term used to refer to a

visual impairment that is not correctable

through surgery, pharmaceuticals, glasses

or contact lenses. It is often

characterized by partial sight, such as

blurred vision, blind spots or tunnel vision ,

but also includes legal blindness.

Many people with low vision are taking charge by using devices and services that can help them keep their independence.

What happens when one has low vision

When you have low vision, eyeglasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery may not help. Activities like reading, shopping, cooking, writing, and watching TV may be hard to do.

Causes of Low Vision

Low vision is usually caused by eye diseases or health conditions. Some of these include age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataract, diabetes, and glaucoma. Eye injuries and birth defects are some other causes. Whatever the cause, lost vision cannot be restored. It can, however, be managed with proper treatment and vision rehabilitation.

You should visit an eye care professional if you experience any changes to your eyesight.

How do I know if I have low vision?

Below are some signs of low vision. Even when wearing your glasses or contact lenses, do you still have difficulty with the following?

Recognizing the faces of family and friends?

Reading, cooking, sewing, or fixing things around the house?

Selecting and matching the color of your clothes?

Seeing clearly with the lights on or feeling like they are dimmer than normal?

Reading traffic signs or the names of stores?

 

These could all be early warning signs of vision loss or eye disease. The sooner vision loss or eye disease is detected by an eye care professional, the greater your chances of keeping your remaining vision.

How do I know when to get an eye exam?

Visit your eye care professional regularly for a comprehensive dilated eye exam. However, if you notice changes to your eyes or eyesight, visit your eye care professional right away!

 by Doctor Taiwo Obomon

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