Your vision naturally deteriorates
over time. Prescription eyewear
is normally all that’s needed,
but there are more serious
eye conditions.
As people grow older, they're more at risk of developing certain eye conditions and diseases. Some of the most prevalent age-related conditions are detailed below.
AGE-RELATED FAR-SIGHTEDNESS (PRESBYOPIA)
Age-related long-sightedness can result in blurred vision over certain distances, especially when looking at nearby objects.
Tear ducts may deteriorate with age and lose moisture. This may lead to dry and uncomfortable eyes, which may be red and irritated. Eye drops can help.
Cloudy patches develop on the lens of the eye, affecting your vision. Prescription glasses and brighter reading lights may be effective as a short-term measure.
Often a hereditary condition, glaucoma can be symptomless. But sometimes damage occurs due to a build-up of pressure when fluid cannot drain from the eye.
AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)
A gradual loss of central vision due to the deterioration of the macula (part of the retina). Treatment can slow its progression
Contact your nearest optometrist
