What are the symptoms of vision loss?
Symptoms of vision loss can vary, but some common signs include:
- Blurriness or haziness in vision
- Difficulty seeing in low light or at night
- Seeing a halo around lights
- Loss of peripheral (side) vision
- Difficulty focusing on objects
- Having trouble recognising faces
What causes vision loss?
Vision loss can be caused by several factors, including:
- Eye diseases, such as glaucoma or cataracts
- Diabetes, which can lead to diabetic retinopathy
- Injuries to the eye
- Genetic conditions that affect vision
- Age-related changes in the eyes
How common is vision loss?
Vision loss is quite common, especially among older adults. Many people experience some degree of vision loss as they age, but it can also affect younger people due to various conditions or injuries.
Who is more likely to experience vision loss?
Some factors can increase the risk of vision loss, including:
- Being over the age of 60
- Having a family history of eye diseases
- Having health conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure
- Smoking or being overweight
How can I treat vision loss?
Treatment for vision loss depends on the cause. Some possible treatments include:
- Wearing glasses or contact lenses to correct vision
- Medications to treat eye diseases
- Surgery to fix certain eye problems
- Training or rehabilitation to adapt to changes in sight
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How to prevent vision loss?
There are steps you can take to help prevent vision loss, such as:
- Getting regular eye check-ups
- Wearing sunglasses to protect your eyes from UV light
- Eating a healthy diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables
- Not smoking and maintaining a healthy weight
How to live with vision loss?
If you or someone you know is living with vision loss, there are many resources to help. These may include:
- Support groups for people with vision challenges
- Rehabilitation services to help with daily activities
- Technology and tools designed to assist with low vision
Final thoughts
Vision loss can be challenging, but many treatments and support options are available. If you are concerned about your vision, it’s important to speak to your GP or healthcare provider.
