Good vision is something that you take for granted until the day comes when you notice a problem. When that happens, you may feel the urge to panic, but the truth is that modern medicine has many treatments for a wide variety of eye problems out there. The key to treating optical issues effectively is to make sure that you catch them as soon as you can. If you are experiencing any of these issues, go see an optometrist as soon as you can.
Flashing Lights or Gray Shadows
Your vision should be relatively steady. If you have noticed flashing lights in your vision or every now and then it feels as if a gray shadow is cast over your view, you may have an issue where your retina is detaching from the structure of your eye. This may be due to an injury or to glaucoma, but no matter what the reason, this needs to get fixed.
Blurred Vision
Blurred vision is never a good thing, but if you have blurred vision, particularly if it is present in one eye but not the other, it needs to be treated as soon as possible. It may be a sign of a chronic issue, or it can be a sign that your eye is not getting enough oxygen.
Eye Pain
Most eye injuries and illnesses are painless, so if your eyes start to hurt, there is something seriously wrong. An eye that burns, inches or produces pain of any kind might be affected with cancer or a serious injury, so take it to a professional as soon as you can.
Floaters
Floaters are small, clear shapes that drift through your field of vision. Everyone gets them from time to time, especially as you wake up in the morning, but if you notice an increase in number and frequency, especially to the point of where they seem to be obscuring your vision, it is time to get treatment.
Reduced Field of Vision
When people suffer from vision loss, it occurs in two ways. Their vision might blur around the edges, or they may lose vision directly in the center of the eye. Both types of vision loss are serious, so make sure that you get a professional’s assessment before it gets any worse.
Take a moment to think about your vision and how it might have changed. If something has been bothering you about your eyes, take it to a professional right away.
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