Yearly Eye Exams

Eye diseases or poor vision occurs at any age, to any sex or ethnic group. Eye Exams can help provide an early warning system for serious systemic health conditions. Many eye diseases do not show symptoms until its too late. Optometrists have the knowledge and the technology to detect serious eye diseases in the earliest stages. .

Your eyes are the windows to your overall health. Many diseases such as Diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol can be detected during the early states through your eyes. A yearly eye exam allows us to detect and treat problems before damage is done.

The doctors at Guntersville Eye Clinic use eye exams to check the clarity of your vision and to determine your eyeglasses prescription. We then check for diseases such as:

Glaucoma: A leading cause of blindness, characterized by high pressures and vision loss. Once vision loss has occurred in the more advanced stages of glaucoma, the vision loss is usually permanent.

Cataracts: A condition of the eye in which the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, worsening over time. Cataracts usually affect persons over 60 years of age.

Macular Degeneration: A disease of the eye that occurs in the aged population. It results in a loss of central vision that can worsen over time.

Fortunately, these disease, if detected in early stages, can usually be managed. The best way to do this is with yearly eye exams. So, after your eye exam, be sure to schedule an appointment for the next year. Making a habit of having yearly eye exams is the most important thing you can do to protect your vision.

Your eyesight is a precious gift, do not take it for granted!

How often should people have their eyes tested?

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s examination guidelines, age determines the recommended frequency for eye examinations.

Eye Anatomy

Lens:

Cornea:

Pupil:

Aqueous Humor:

Iris:

Conjunctiva:

Optic Nerve:

Lateral and Medial rectus muscle:

Fovea:

Retina:

Sclera:

Choroid:

Cililary Muscle:

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