Do I need an eye exam every year?
To your eye doctor, your eyes are windows to your overall health. Many illnesses and diseases show their earliest signs in the eye. Every year, your eye doctor will examine your eyes for signs of many conditions including:
Hypertension
Hypertension may be indicated by the appearance of irregular blood vessels on the retina.
Diabetes
Diabetes may present small areas of bleeding in the retina, and can cause permanent vision loss.
Headache
Headache may arise or be worsened by vision problems such as eye strain.
High Cholesterol
High Cholesterol may be evident by the condition of the veins & arteries in the eyes.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma occurs when the eye fails to regulate its own internal pressure; early detection is crucial to prevent loss of sight.
Cataracts
Cataracts occur when the internal lens becomes cloudy; it must be removed and replaced with a tiny, synthetic lens.
