Eye Care Basics
The
importance of regular eye exams often is under-rated. Having annual
eye exams should be as routine as having a dental checkup every
six months.
Regular
eye exams are crucial to maintaining healthy vision and can often
detect major medical problems in the early stages of development,
such as diabetes and high blood pressure. The information provided
in this section details some of the eye conditions that may be detected
during a thorough eye exam, as well as the procedures your eye care
professional follow when checking eye health.
This content is being
provided for informational purposes only, and is not intended for
diagnostic or treatment purposes. As with any detected symptom,
we always recommend Members immediately seek the care of the appropriate
health or eye care professional for further evaluation.
Eye
Conditions
Amblyopia
(lazy eye)
Astigmatism
Color Vision Deficiency
Hyperopia (farsightedness)
Myopia (nearsightedness)
Presbyopia
Spots and Floaters
Strabismus
Eye
Illnesses
Cataracts
Diabetic Retinopathy
Glaucoma
Keratoconus
Macular Degeneration
Eye Exams
Elements
of a Comprehensive Eye Health Exam and Vision Analysis
Children's Eye Exam
Vision Care
for Older Adults
Vision and Aging
Glossary
of Related Terms
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