Regular eye tests are not only key to ensuring sharp vision, but also to maintaining our overall health.
Sharp vision plays an essential role in our everyday lives, whether we are working, learning or driving. Yet many people tend to neglect checking their vision, especially if they don’t perceive a serious problem.
Most eye diseases are asymptomatic at first and only cause noticeable problems when they have progressed. A regular eye examination can detect serious diseases such as glaucoma or cataracts in time.
When do you need a vision test?
There are several symptoms that may indicate that it is time to have a vision test. When these signs appear, it’s a good idea to book an appointment for a thorough examination as soon as possible to see if vision correction or other treatment is needed. It is important to recognise early when you need to see an eye specialist, as early diagnosis is often the key to starting the right treatment. Such symptoms may include:
- Blurred vision: one of the most common signs of eye problems, almost always requiring vision correction
- Frequent headaches: this may also indicate a visual problem, especially if it occurs after prolonged concentration
- Pain around the eyes: may be due to excessive eye strain or vision problems
- Eye fatigue after screen time: often after long hours of working in front of a monitor
How often should I have a vision test?
Vision screening is essential for people of all ages, especially children and the elderly. In childhood, regular eye examinations are essential to ensure healthy eye development, as young people are often unable to recognise or signal their vision problems.
A timely examination can help to detect and treat disorders such as strabismus or refractive errors. In old age, vision screening is particularly important as the risk of cataracts, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration increases significantly with age.
How to prepare for such an investigation?
Preparing for a vision test is easy, but there are a few things you should plan ahead to make the process go smoothly. It’s important to take your previous eye documents, existing glasses or contact lenses with you, as these will help the specialist to monitor changes in your vision and make a more accurate diagnosis.
If you wear contact lenses, be sure to bring the type and power of the lenses so that you have all the information you need.
Visit Rapidus Optika, where our experienced professionals will help you to make the right diagnosis and find the ideal solution for your eyesight.
