We rely on our vision every day but we don’t often think about it, unless there is a problem. However, regular eye tests play a crucial role in maintaining your overall well-being. Yearly visits to your optometrist goes beyond just checking your vision – it has a significant impact on your quality of life and can help prevent potential vision issues before they become more serious.
How Often Do I Need an Eye Exam?
The answer to this question will vary from person to person, depending on many factors. As a general guideline:
- If you have clear vision with no complaints of dry eyes, blurred vision, or headaches, we recommend you visit your optometrist once every two years.
- School aged children should have yearly eye exams, ideally before the start of the school year.
- If you are above the age of forty, have a family history of high blood pressure, diabetes, or glaucoma, it’s important to visit your optometrist at least once a year.
- If you have an eye disease such as glaucoma or macular degeneration, your optometrist may recommend that you check your vision more regularly.
However, it is important to visit your optometrist straight away if you experience:
- Sudden vision loss
- New floaters or flashes of light in your vision
- Frequent headaches, especially towards the end of the day
- An eye injury
- Eye pain
- Dry or gritty feeling in your eyes or watery eyes
Book an Eye Exam in Nairobi Today
Our experienced and highly trained optometrists are dedicated to providing customized and patient-focused care in Nairobi. Using state-of-the-art equipment, we ensure precise assessments and thorough examinations, including the detection and management of eye conditions.
Our team will take the time to understand your unique vision needs, offering tailored solutions for optimal eye health and clarity.
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5 Reasons Why You Need Regular Eye Check Ups
When it comes to eye exams, it’s crucial to remember that this is more than just a check up for your vision. Our comprehensive eye exams not only ensure you can see clearly, but they are also an essential step in protecting your overall health and quality of life.
Here are five reasons why regular eye check ups are so important:
- Your Eyes Are The Windows to Your Overall Health
Did you know that your eyes are like a window to your overall health? Our highly trained optometrists can often spot signs of general health conditions during a comprehensive check up such as:
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Certain types of cancers
- Thyroid disease
While not directly related to your vision, these conditions can manifest tell-tale signs within your eyes long before other symptoms appear, allowing for quick and more successful treatment and management.
- Accurate and Current Prescription
While seeing your optometrist is about more than just getting a new prescription, an eye check up is important to ensure that your current one is accurate. If you already wear glasses or contact lenses, these appointments are necessary to adjust your prescription as needed.
Even if you haven’t noticed any changes to your vision, small adjustments to your prescription can often lead to clearer vision, improved productivity, and a better quality of life.
- Symptoms of Eye Disease are Not Always Obvious
When there is a problem with a part of your body, you may experience signs that something is wrong. However, this is not always the case with your eyes. There are certain eye diseases that can advance slowly, making it hard to notice any vision changes over time. This includes:
- Glaucoma
- Cataracts
- Macular Degeneration
- Diabetic retinopathy
During a comprehensive eye exam, your optometrist will be able to identify these symptoms early on, preventing vision loss, and making management or treatment more successful.
- It Will Protect Your Child’s Eyesight and Improve Their Productivity
Because children may have difficulty communicating any trouble with their eyesight, an eye doctor plays a critical role in detecting conditions such as myopia, astigmatism, or hypermetropia.
This is very important because poor eyesight can impact a child’s overall growth and result in:
- Poor academic performance
- Low self-esteem
- Behavioural problems
- Poor social development
- Slower motor skills development
In addition, early detection of conditions such as strabismus (crossed eyes) or amblyopia (lazy eye) can mean that treatments will be more successful.
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- Address Digital Eye Strain
In today’s digital world, we are spending extended periods of time in front of screens such as our phones, laptops, and TVs. Prolonged use of these gadgets can result in digital eye strain, which may lead to symptoms such as:
- Headaches
- Dry eyes
- Blurry vision
- Sleep pattern disruption
Regular eye tests will allow your optometrist to address such symptoms and provide solutions such as customized blue block lenses or advice on how to adjust your screen-time routine.
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Book an Eye Exam in Nairobi Today
At Eyecare Consultants, we have been serving families with customized and trustworthy optical services for over forty years. Whether you require a comprehensive eye check up, prescription lenses, or a new pair of fashionable frames, we are your one stop shop for all your eyecare needs.
We Accept All Major Insurances
Getting quality eye care and eyewear has never been easier! We accept all major insurances and our knowledgeable team will help make the process as seamless and easy as possible to save you time and make your experience as enjoyable as possible.
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Book Your Eye Test Today
With four branches across Nairobi, we make eye care more convenient and accessible. Book your eye test today with our team by calling 0797736030 or emailing info@eyecarekenya.com
