A good preventive eye care plan must include undergoing a comprehensive eye exam regularly. We generally recommend individuals of all ages to have one every one to two years, although some circumstances may require you to seek immediate eye care treatment. If you any of the following four signs apply to you, visit the Neal Eye Group as soon as possible:
1. You Have an Underlying Vision Problem or a Family History of Certain Vision Disorders
Heredity is a common risk factor for many eye diseases. Individuals with underlying vision problems are also at a higher risk of developing sight-threatening conditions. This is why we suggest having comprehensive eye assessments annually, so we can constantly monitor your visual health, evaluate the effectiveness of our treatment, and provide necessary treatments and preventative care.
2. You Haven’t Had a Professional Eye Exam in Two Years
Routine eye assessments help in the early detection and treatment of ocular diseases. If you haven’t had your eyes professionally checked in at least the last two years, scheduling an appointment with your reliable eye doctor as soon as possible.
3. You Experience Sudden Changes With Your Vision
Restricted peripheral visual access, also referred to as tunnel vision, is a common symptom of the “silent thief of sight” or glaucoma. However, by the time you notice tunnel vision, it is usually to late for an effective treatment. Seeing a dark curtain or dark shadow across your visual field may signify retinal tears or detachment. Any sudden changes in your eyesight could indicate an underlying problem, which is why it’s important to visit your eye doctor for a checkup before you actually see these changes.
4. You Experience Chronic Eye Fatigue and Headaches
You may experience headaches and eye strain when your eyes develop ocular changes or when your lens power needs to be upgraded. We will perform a comprehensive eye exam to determine the level of your refractive error and update your prescription for your eyeglasses or contact lenses.
Call us today at (610) 813-2988 to schedule an appointment. We serve Conshohocken, Philadelphia, Plymouth Meeting, PA, and all other surrounding areas.
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