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Your Vision

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

What do I need to know about my vision?

Your vision may change as you age. You can help keep your vision healthy and prevent eye diseases or vision changes.

Eye Anatomy

What increases my risk for vision problems?

What are warning signs of a vision problem?

What do I need to know about problems that can affect my vision?

Refractive errors means the eye does not bend light correctly, causing blurry vision. They may happen to adults at any age, but they happen more often with aging. The following are types of refractive errors:

What do I need to know about eye problems that may develop with aging?

How are vision problems diagnosed?

Early diagnosis and treatment of vision problems or eye diseases may prevent permanent damage. Your healthcare provider will test your vision and examine your eyes with a light. Your provider may put drops in your eyes to make it easier to examine your eyes. Your eye pressure and shape may be checked. You may need to see an ophthalmologist. An ophthalmologist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats eye and vision problems.


How are vision problems treated?

You may need any of the following to treat a vision problem:

What can I do to keep my eyes healthy?

What can I do to prevent computer vision syndrome?

Computer vision syndrome is a condition caused by long periods of time spent on the computer. Symptoms include dry eyes, headache, and blurry vision. The following may help decrease your risk for computer vision syndrome:

When should I seek immediate care?

When should I call my doctor?

Care Agreement

You have the right to help plan your care. Learn about your health condition and how it may be treated. Discuss treatment options with your healthcare providers to decide what care you want to receive. You always have the right to refuse treatment. The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.

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