Clearer vision and healthier eyes start with a simple step: scheduling your exam.
Your vision changes gradually over time, and sometimes the signs you need an eye exam aren’t obvious. Regular comprehensive eye exams not only keep your prescription current, but they also help detect early signs of eye diseases and systemic health conditions. Here are five signs that it may be time to schedule your next appointment.
1. Blurry or Fluctuating Vision
If your vision gets blurry, hazy, or fluctuating throughout the day, it’s a signal to book an exam. These changes can point to uncorrected refractive errors like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. Sometimes, they may indicate early signs of eye diseases such as cataracts or glaucoma.
2. Frequent Headaches
Headaches can develop when your eyes are straining to see clearly. Uncorrected vision problems, changes in prescription, or conditions like digital eye strain from screen time may all be to blame. An updated prescription or treatment plan can often bring relief.
3. Difficulty Seeing at Night
If driving at night feels increasingly complex, due to glare, halos, or dim vision, it may be a sign of cataracts, uncorrected refractive errors, or other conditions that require attention. Your eye doctor can determine the cause and recommend solutions to improve your night vision.
4. Eye Discomfort or Dryness
Persistent dryness, itching, or discomfort could mean you’re dealing with dry eye disease. Dry eye is common but treatable, and an exam can identify underlying causes such as meibomian gland dysfunction, allergies, or screen overuse.
5. It’s Been More Than a Year
Even if you don’t have symptoms, an annual comprehensive eye exam is one of the best ways to protect your long-term vision. Many eye diseases, including glaucoma and diabetic eye disease, develop silently at first. Regular exams catch problems early—when they’re most treatable.
Protect Your Vision Today
Your eyesight is too important to take for granted. Whether you’ve noticed new changes or it’s been a while, scheduling an exam ensures your eyes stay healthy and your vision clear.
Book your comprehensive eye exam with Barnet Dulaney Perkins today and take the first step toward clearer, more comfortable vision.
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