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/ CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. / MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. / MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / THE OCT SCANLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES The machine will scan your eyes using low powered laser light to take images of the structures inside your eye, most commonly your retina – the thin layer of tissue that lines the back of the eye – and your optic nerve. It scans your eye without touching it. The scan doesn’t hurt, but some people may find the bright light a little / EYE FACTS AND FICTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Eating carrots will improve your eyesight. Some fact. Carrots are a source of vitamin A, which is important for the eyes – and should be part of a well–balanced diet that supports your all-round health. Poor nutrition has been implicated in diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / BLURRED VISIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES An eye injury which may have scratched the cornea. Foreign object in the eye. Eye drops. Dry eye. Cataracts. Age-related macular degeneration. A migraine. Blurred vision can also be a symptom of non-optical conditions such as a diabetes, a stroke and preeclampsia (a condition caused by high blood pressure in pregnancy). / SUNGLASSESLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Bright sunshine is not only dazzling, it can also cause long term damage to your eyes. Sunglasses protect you from glare and also from harmful ultraviolet light, which can cause cataracts and may be linked to macular degeneration.Children are vulnerable to UV because they have larger pupils and clearer lenses in / BLEPHARITISLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Blepharitis is inflammation of your eyelids, It can make your eyelids red and puffy and your eyelashes crusty, and make your eyes feel itchy or sore. In severe cases, your lashes may fall out, and you can develop small ulcers or styes as well. It normally effects both eyes. There are two types of blepharitis. / OCULAR HYPERTENSION (OHT)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES As OHT does not cause any damage to your vision, it does not need any treatment. However, you should be regularly monitored to make sure you do not develop glaucoma.. If the pressure inside your eye is very high, even if it is not causing any damage to your sight, your optometrist or ophthalmologist may recommend eye drops or surgery tolower
/ ASTIGMATISMLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Astigmatism is a type of refractive error, and is corrected with glasses, or contact lenses to enable you to see clearly. If your astigmatism changes, or you are having it corrected for the first time, you may find your glasses feel strange at first, whilst your brain gets used to seeing things with the astigmatism / HOW TO: USE AN AMSLER CHARTLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES How to: Use an Amsler chart. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV's watch history and influence TV recommendations. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to YouTube on your computer. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. / MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. / MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / THE OCT SCANLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES The machine will scan your eyes using low powered laser light to take images of the structures inside your eye, most commonly your retina – the thin layer of tissue that lines the back of the eye – and your optic nerve. It scans your eye without touching it. The scan doesn’t hurt, but some people may find the bright light a little / EYE FACTS AND FICTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Eating carrots will improve your eyesight. Some fact. Carrots are a source of vitamin A, which is important for the eyes – and should be part of a well–balanced diet that supports your all-round health. Poor nutrition has been implicated in diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / BLURRED VISIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES An eye injury which may have scratched the cornea. Foreign object in the eye. Eye drops. Dry eye. Cataracts. Age-related macular degeneration. A migraine. Blurred vision can also be a symptom of non-optical conditions such as a diabetes, a stroke and preeclampsia (a condition caused by high blood pressure in pregnancy). / SUNGLASSESLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Bright sunshine is not only dazzling, it can also cause long term damage to your eyes. Sunglasses protect you from glare and also from harmful ultraviolet light, which can cause cataracts and may be linked to macular degeneration.Children are vulnerable to UV because they have larger pupils and clearer lenses in / BLEPHARITISLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Blepharitis is inflammation of your eyelids, It can make your eyelids red and puffy and your eyelashes crusty, and make your eyes feel itchy or sore. In severe cases, your lashes may fall out, and you can develop small ulcers or styes as well. It normally effects both eyes. There are two types of blepharitis. / OCULAR HYPERTENSION (OHT)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES As OHT does not cause any damage to your vision, it does not need any treatment. However, you should be regularly monitored to make sure you do not develop glaucoma.. If the pressure inside your eye is very high, even if it is not causing any damage to your sight, your optometrist or ophthalmologist may recommend eye drops or surgery tolower
/ ASTIGMATISMLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Astigmatism is a type of refractive error, and is corrected with glasses, or contact lenses to enable you to see clearly. If your astigmatism changes, or you are having it corrected for the first time, you may find your glasses feel strange at first, whilst your brain gets used to seeing things with the astigmatism / HOW TO: USE AN AMSLER CHARTLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES How to: Use an Amsler chart. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV's watch history and influence TV recommendations. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to YouTube on your computer. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / BLURRED VISIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES An eye injury which may have scratched the cornea. Foreign object in the eye. Eye drops. Dry eye. Cataracts. Age-related macular degeneration. A migraine. Blurred vision can also be a symptom of non-optical conditions such as a diabetes, a stroke and preeclampsia (a condition caused by high blood pressure in pregnancy). / MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / BLURRED VISIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES An eye injury which may have scratched the cornea. Foreign object in the eye. Eye drops. Dry eye. Cataracts. Age-related macular degeneration. A migraine. Blurred vision can also be a symptom of non-optical conditions such as a diabetes, a stroke and preeclampsia (a condition caused by high blood pressure in pregnancy). / MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. / HOW YOUR EYE WORKS (PARTS OF THE EYE)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Iris – the coloured part of your eye that regulates the amount of light entering. Lens – the clear part of the eye behind the iris that helps to focus light, or an image, onto the retina. Macula – the sensitive area in the centre of the retina responsible for what you see ahead of you (central vision). Optic nerve – / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ THE OCT SCANLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES The machine will scan your eyes using low powered laser light to take images of the structures inside your eye, most commonly your retina – the thin layer of tissue that lines the back of the eye – and your optic nerve. It scans your eye without touching it. The scan doesn’t hurt, but some people may find the bright light a little / BLEPHARITISLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Blepharitis is inflammation of your eyelids, It can make your eyelids red and puffy and your eyelashes crusty, and make your eyes feel itchy or sore. In severe cases, your lashes may fall out, and you can develop small ulcers or styes as well. It normally effects both eyes. There are two types of blepharitis. / THE CONTACT LENS CHECK-UPLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES check your vision. examine the front of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope. see how your eyes behave with the lenses in and while you are wearing your contact lenses. examine your eyes without your contact lenses in. put orange dye in your eyes, which will allow them to look at your tears and see any damage the lenses may be causing toyour
/ GLAUCOMALOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Acute glaucoma. Acute glaucoma requires prompt treatment. The first step is to lower the eye pressure. This is done using eye drops and an intravenous injection. Once the pressure is lowered, your ophthalmologist will use a laser or surgery to bypass the blockage in your eye’s drainage system to prevent the problem coming back. / SUNGLASSESLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Sunglasses. Bright sunshine is not only dazzling, it can also cause long term damage to your eyes. Sunglasses protect you from glare and also from harmful ultraviolet light, which can cause cataracts and may be linked to macular degeneration. Children are vulnerable to UV because they have larger pupils and clearer lenses in their eyes. / SQUINT (STRABISMUS)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES A squint occurs when your eyes don’t point in the same direction. The most common type of squint is where one eye turns slightly inwards, towards your nose. Sometimes the eye may turn out or – very occasionally –up or down, while the other looks ahead. This can happen in either eye. / NOEL GALLAGHER: LIVING WITH BLURLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES The Sun, 1 March 2015. Last week Noel Gallagher, former front man of Oasis, announced he is losing his eyesight. According to The Sun, he said, “I do need glasses. But I’m going to wait until I walk into a restaurant and accidentally kiss other women while my wife is at another table before I do anything about it”. So what’s going on? LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYESASTIGMATISMMEDIAGLAUCOMA Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / THE CONTACT LENS CHECK-UPLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES check your vision. examine the front of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope. see how your eyes behave with the lenses in and while you are wearing your contact lenses. examine your eyes without your contact lenses in. put orange dye in your eyes, which will allow them to look at your tears and see any damage the lenses may be causing toyour
/ SUNGLASSESLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Sunglasses. Bright sunshine is not only dazzling, it can also cause long term damage to your eyes. Sunglasses protect you from glare and also from harmful ultraviolet light, which can cause cataracts and may be linked to macular degeneration. Children are vulnerable to UV because they have larger pupils and clearer lenses in their eyes. / MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYESASTIGMATISMMEDIAGLAUCOMA Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / THE CONTACT LENS CHECK-UPLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES check your vision. examine the front of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope. see how your eyes behave with the lenses in and while you are wearing your contact lenses. examine your eyes without your contact lenses in. put orange dye in your eyes, which will allow them to look at your tears and see any damage the lenses may be causing toyour
/ SUNGLASSESLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Sunglasses. Bright sunshine is not only dazzling, it can also cause long term damage to your eyes. Sunglasses protect you from glare and also from harmful ultraviolet light, which can cause cataracts and may be linked to macular degeneration. Children are vulnerable to UV because they have larger pupils and clearer lenses in their eyes. / MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. / EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ MAINTAINING YOUR VISIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Visit nhs.uk/smokefree for more information. Eat a diet that is rich in leafy greens and coloured fruit and vegetables and maintain a healthy weight. This may reduce your risk of developing AMD. Be aware of your vision in each eye separately. Many conditions appear in oneeye first.
/ THE CONTACT LENS CHECK-UPLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES check your vision. examine the front of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope. see how your eyes behave with the lenses in and while you are wearing your contact lenses. examine your eyes without your contact lenses in. put orange dye in your eyes, which will allow them to look at your tears and see any damage the lenses may be causing toyour
/ EYE FACTS AND FICTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Eating carrots will improve your eyesight. Some fact. Carrots are a source of vitamin A, which is important for the eyes – and should be part of a well–balanced diet that supports your all-round health. Poor nutrition has been implicated in diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / BLURRED VISIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES An eye injury which may have scratched the cornea. Foreign object in the eye. Eye drops. Dry eye. Cataracts. Age-related macular degeneration. A migraine. Blurred vision can also be a symptom of non-optical conditions such as a diabetes, a stroke and preeclampsia (a condition caused by high blood pressure in pregnancy). / SUNGLASSESLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Bright sunshine is not only dazzling, it can also cause long term damage to your eyes. Sunglasses protect you from glare and also from harmful ultraviolet light, which can cause cataracts and may be linked to macular degeneration.Children are vulnerable to UV because they have larger pupils and clearer lenses in / JANE AUSTEN’S POOR SIGHT ’CAUSED BY ARSENIC’LOOK AFTER These problems along with cataracts are all associated with the condition. This can be associated with both anterior uvetitis and cataracts and was not discovered until 1877, well after Austen’s death and is a rare condition. Early onset, fast growing cataracts, caused by Arsenic treatment. As Austen herself wrote in Persuasion,“Time will
/ ELON MUSK’S GIRLFRIEND GRIMES REVEALS BIZARRE EYE Express, 17 July 2019. The recent training regime advice from Grimes, given as part of Adidas’s training campaign, includes some comments about experimental surgery to eliminate blue light.Whilst we absolutely respect any person’s choice to try new or alternative treatments, the comments, which have been received as health advice have caused some confusion. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / THE CONTACT LENS CHECK-UPLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES check your vision. examine the front of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope. see how your eyes behave with the lenses in and while you are wearing your contact lenses. examine your eyes without your contact lenses in. put orange dye in your eyes, which will allow them to look at your tears and see any damage the lenses may be causing toyour
/ MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / THE CONTACT LENS CHECK-UPLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES check your vision. examine the front of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope. see how your eyes behave with the lenses in and while you are wearing your contact lenses. examine your eyes without your contact lenses in. put orange dye in your eyes, which will allow them to look at your tears and see any damage the lenses may be causing toyour
/ MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. / EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / EYE FACTS AND FICTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Eating carrots will improve your eyesight. Some fact. Carrots are a source of vitamin A, which is important for the eyes – and should be part of a well–balanced diet that supports your all-round health. Poor nutrition has been implicated in diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). / THE OCT SCANLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES The machine will scan your eyes using low powered laser light to take images of the structures inside your eye, most commonly your retina – the thin layer of tissue that lines the back of the eye – and your optic nerve. It scans your eye without touching it. The scan doesn’t hurt, but some people may find the bright light a little / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / OCULAR HYPERTENSION (OHT)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES As OHT does not cause any damage to your vision, it does not need any treatment. However, you should be regularly monitored to make sure you do not develop glaucoma.. If the pressure inside your eye is very high, even if it is not causing any damage to your sight, your optometrist or ophthalmologist may recommend eye drops or surgery tolower
/ ASTIGMATISMLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Astigmatism is a type of refractive error, and is corrected with glasses, or contact lenses to enable you to see clearly. If your astigmatism changes, or you are having it corrected for the first time, you may find your glasses feel strange at first, whilst your brain gets used to seeing things with the astigmatism / BLEPHARITISLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Blepharitis is inflammation of your eyelids, It can make your eyelids red and puffy and your eyelashes crusty, and make your eyes feel itchy or sore. In severe cases, your lashes may fall out, and you can develop small ulcers or styes as well. It normally effects both eyes. There are two types of blepharitis. / JANE AUSTEN’S POOR SIGHT ’CAUSED BY ARSENIC’LOOK AFTER BBC, 9 March 2017. This week, the BBC covered a story about Jane Austen; based on tests conducted on the spectacles she owned, it is said she possibly died of arsenic poisoning.. Experts at the British Library have said that arsenic, which was commonly used in medicines at the time may have contributed to her death following examination of three pairs of glasses found at her desk. / RESEARCH SHOWS INCREASING MYOPIA PREVALENCE IN CHILDREN It has also shown that myopia is most likely to occur between the ages of six and 13 years. The study’s key findings include: Nearly one in five teenagers in the UK are myopic. Myopia is more than twice as prevalent among UK children now than in the 1960’s (16.4% vs 7.2%). Prevalence of myopia in white children in the UK is similar to that LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYESCATARACTS SURGERY PROCEDURECATARACTSTREATMENT
Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / THE CONTACT LENS CHECK-UPLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES check your vision. examine the front of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope. see how your eyes behave with the lenses in and while you are wearing your contact lenses. examine your eyes without your contact lenses in. put orange dye in your eyes, which will allow them to look at your tears and see any damage the lenses may be causing toyour
/ MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. LOOK AFTER YOUR EYESEYE EXAMINATIONSEYEWEAREYE CONDITIONSEYE CAREMEDIAABOUT OPTOMETRY Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a longtime is tiring
/ EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / CATARACTSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYESCATARACTS SURGERY PROCEDURECATARACTSTREATMENT
Cataracts mainly develop in those aged 65 or older. Younger people can develop cataracts following an injury to the eye. Some medical conditions such as diabetes, or taking some sorts of medication such as steroids, may also cause cataracts. Smokers are also more likely to develop cataracts than non-smokers and there may also be a linkbetween
/ FLASHES AND FLOATERS IN THE EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Flashes appear as small sparkles, lightening or fireworks usually in the extreme corners of your vision. They may come and go. Floaters are more visible in bright light, or if you are looking at a plain bright background such as a cloudless sky or white wall. Usually, the symptoms are nothing to worry about and you can get used to them. / DRY EYELOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Despite its name, having dry eye can actually cause your eyes to water. This is because the watery layer of your tears will dilute the oiliness of your tears, which reduces their ability to lubricate your eyes. Symptoms of dry eye include: Gritty eyes. Feeling like something is in your eyes. Stinging or burning eyes. Heavy eyelids. Blurredvision.
/ YOUR OPTICAL PRESCRIPTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Your optical prescription. If you need glasses, the optometrist will write you a prescription. Here is a simple guide to it means: Sph (sphere) represents how long or short sighted you are. This can be positive (+) for long sight or negative (-) for short sight. The higher the number, the stronger your lens. Cyl (cylinder) representsthe amount
/ VISUAL DISTURBANCE (VISUAL AURA, MIGRAINE AURA)LOOK Visual disturbance is when you experience a short spell of flashing or shimmering of light in your sight. The symptoms normally last around twenty minutes before your sight returns to normal. Usually, there is no headache during the visual disturbance. A visual disturbance should not be confused with a retinal or ocular migraine where there is / THE CONTACT LENS CHECK-UPLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES check your vision. examine the front of your eyes using a slit lamp microscope. see how your eyes behave with the lenses in and while you are wearing your contact lenses. examine your eyes without your contact lenses in. put orange dye in your eyes, which will allow them to look at your tears and see any damage the lenses may be causing toyour
/ MYOPIA MANAGEMENT: EYE CARE FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE SHORT Myopia management: eye care for children who are short-sighted. Screen use. Smoking. Sun and ultraviolet (UV) light. Winter eye health. Trying to slow down how quickly myopia (short-sightedness) gets worse is called myopia management, or myopia control. A number of treatments have been developed for this, including specially designed contact / THROUGH MY EYES: FLASHES AND FLOATERSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. / EYE CONDITIONSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Age-related macular degeneration. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. / ACCESSING YOUR PATIENT RECORDSLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Accessing your patient records. Your optometrist will keep records of the results of any tests carried out during your visit, as well as any relevant information on your medical history – for example, a history of glaucoma in your family, any allergies and the medications you are taking. These records will inform their clinical management of / EYE FACTS AND FICTIONLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Eating carrots will improve your eyesight. Some fact. Carrots are a source of vitamin A, which is important for the eyes – and should be part of a well–balanced diet that supports your all-round health. Poor nutrition has been implicated in diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). / THE OCT SCANLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES The machine will scan your eyes using low powered laser light to take images of the structures inside your eye, most commonly your retina – the thin layer of tissue that lines the back of the eye – and your optic nerve. It scans your eye without touching it. The scan doesn’t hurt, but some people may find the bright light a little / AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES What is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of sight loss in the UK – affecting more than 600,000 people. However, most people with AMD can see well enough to get around. The macula is an area at the back of your eye that is responsible for your central vision, most of your colour vision and making out fine detail. / OCULAR HYPERTENSION (OHT)LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES As OHT does not cause any damage to your vision, it does not need any treatment. However, you should be regularly monitored to make sure you do not develop glaucoma.. If the pressure inside your eye is very high, even if it is not causing any damage to your sight, your optometrist or ophthalmologist may recommend eye drops or surgery tolower
/ ASTIGMATISMLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Astigmatism is a type of refractive error, and is corrected with glasses, or contact lenses to enable you to see clearly. If your astigmatism changes, or you are having it corrected for the first time, you may find your glasses feel strange at first, whilst your brain gets used to seeing things with the astigmatism / BLEPHARITISLOOK AFTER YOUR EYES Blepharitis is inflammation of your eyelids, It can make your eyelids red and puffy and your eyelashes crusty, and make your eyes feel itchy or sore. In severe cases, your lashes may fall out, and you can develop small ulcers or styes as well. It normally effects both eyes. There are two types of blepharitis. / JANE AUSTEN’S POOR SIGHT ’CAUSED BY ARSENIC’LOOK AFTER BBC, 9 March 2017. This week, the BBC covered a story about Jane Austen; based on tests conducted on the spectacles she owned, it is said she possibly died of arsenic poisoning.. Experts at the British Library have said that arsenic, which was commonly used in medicines at the time may have contributed to her death following examination of three pairs of glasses found at her desk. / RESEARCH SHOWS INCREASING MYOPIA PREVALENCE IN CHILDREN It has also shown that myopia is most likely to occur between the ages of six and 13 years. The study’s key findings include: Nearly one in five teenagers in the UK are myopic. Myopia is more than twice as prevalent among UK children now than in the 1960’s (16.4% vs 7.2%). Prevalence of myopia in white children in the UK is similar to that Find a local optometrist Accessibility options* Change colour
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The practice will be closed to ‘walk-ins’ and you will need to call to see if an appointment is necessary. Much can be done by phone or video consultation, and the optometrist will be able to post your glasses or contact lenses to you if you need them. If you, or anyone you live with, has a persistent cough and/or high temperature and/or loss of, or change in taste or smell (anosmia), do not enter the practice. Do not go to a GP, pharmacy or hospital. Return home and stay there for 14 days. Visit NHS 111 online for more information. * Will too much screen time damage my eyes? Many people worry that viewing a screen can damage their eyes. There is no evidence of this. In fact, because you can alter the size, brightness and contrast of the display, it can easier and more comfortable to see on a screen compared with looking at things on paper. However, some people find that looking at a screen for a long time is tiring, and may find wearing glasses for computer use helpful. Your optometrist will be able to advise you about this. Read about ways to look after your eyes while using your screen. * Could wearing someone else’s glasses damage my eyes? Although you may not be able to see very well with them and may get a headache or double vision, you won’t come to any harm from wearing glasses that are not your prescription. However, you should only ever wear glasses that are your prescription when you drive. Read more eye facts and fiction.
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