EYECARE TIPS FOR OVER 40'S
Eye Care After 40: Must-Follow Tips
It may feel strange at first when you find yourself peering hard at the morning paper or increasing the font on the laptop to be able to read better. Pause a while: Are you above 40? If so, chances are your eyes are beginning to show the first effects of ageing. Do not panic. It is a natural part of the ageing process and unlikely to have serious consequences. However, it is inconvenient and hampers functioning to an extent. Read on to understand what happens to your vision after 40 and how you can take care of your eyes – your window to the world.
Opt for Annual Eye-exams
Typically, the inbuilt lenses in the eyes lose flexibility as one gets older, making it increasingly difficult for the eyes to adjust to nearby objects. This condition is called Presbyopia. While this is a natural part of ageing and should not cause undue worry, it is
also wise to ease the situation and prevent severe damage. Presbyopia is most commonly noticeable in the mid-40s but could get worse with age.
Experts recommend annual eye exams after you turn 40 – even if you may not have had eye problems earlier – to determine the condition’s extent and provide supportive solutions.
It is best for those with high blood pressure, diabetes, and a family history of eye disease to go for bi-yearly checks to rule out serious health complications.
During the exam, your optometrist not only determines the onset of Presbyopia but is also able to track health conditions such as autoimmune and sexually transmitted diseases and many forms of cancer. Therefore, we can safely assume that the eyes are not just a window to the world but also a window to our bodies.
Here is a way you could test for Presbyopia at home: Bring a newspaper up close to your eyes and then take it back gradually. If you find it challenging to decipher the print as you take the paper away from the eyes, it is a signal to visit the eye doctor right away.
The specialist is likely to prescribe glasses with progressive lenses. These are multifocal line-free lenses that adjust your near and far-away vision to clarity. An optometrist might also suggest bifocal lenses, but these provide a relatively limited vision range.
Advantages of a home eye check up
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Save time and hassle: Check this – Only one out of five Indians does regular eye check-ups. This when most specialists will tell you that if you are below 40 you need to get your eyes tested every two years – or earlier if you have any specific problems. If above 40, it’s best you have an eye exam every year. Plan to test your eyesight at home – and you’re more likely to keep up this vital routine since it will be at your convenience!
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Save yourself from germ exposure: The vaccine may be out, but the pandemic has made many extra cautious about crowding at doctors chambers. So, call the tried-tested optometrist and test eyesight at home.
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An eye test at home is ideal especially for senior citizens or those with disabilities.
What to ensure when getting a home eye check-up
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Credentials of the optometrist and the company you are reaching out to.
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Don’t be shy about asking about the equipment they will bring with them. Does it cover all that they may have used during a check-up at the clinic?
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To ensure it’s a one-stop activity, check to see if the company will provide you with a choice of lenses and frames to choose from during the home visit.
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Will they deliver the ready glasses at your doorstep?
Importance of regular eye check-up
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Get the status update of your vision: The most obvious importance of regular eye check-ups is to ensure that your vision is optimum and you are able to function efficiently on a day-to-day basis.
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Detect ‘silent’ eye conditions such as cataracts that often go untracked until too late.
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Detect other serious ailments early and be able to ensure overall continued wellness.
A thorough eye exam lets doctors take a finer look at the blood vessels in your retina which bares the story of what is going on in the rest of your body. Any changes in your eyes are indicators of the on-set of bigger diseases including diabetes and hypertension, which can be better managed if they are caught early.
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