If it were not for cataract removal surgery, I'd be completely blind. We're lucky (medically) to live in these times, compared to only a few decades ago.
Thank you for your in-depth article about our eyes. Like you, I've worn glasses all my life (since 3rd grade.) I can appreciate the taking them off last thing and putting them on last thing. And, too, I always carry my most recent old pair with me in my bag, because if I lost/broke my current pair, I would be in trouble!
I so appreciate your nicely written article about caring for our eyes. My problem has been to find an eye doctor that has experience and a more complete knowledge of eyes. So many 'handy' eyeglass sellers provide eye exams that are not particularly well done. Though they may have some rather useful technology to look closely at our eyes, it still depends on the particular skill and intelligence of the eye doctor to hear as well as see what is going on with our vision. At 75 I am still looking for an eye doctor that does not start prescribing for my eyesight when I walk in the door. I feel rather lucky to have rather good close vision. And I appreciate your information with hopes of keeping my eyes healthy.
You may already know this but an ophthalmolgist is the medical professional that elders shold be see. They have medical degrees and can offer the recommended comprehensive exams. I prefer to see a doctor who has his own business rather than working for a corporation. Thank yo for your kind words!
Thank you for reminding me of this Sue. I have had very good eye doctors in the past and they each had their own practices. Living in a small rural community has limited my choices. But your posts have encouraged me to find an ophthalmologist even if I have to travel to their office. 😀 👍
A very worthy public service announcement! Our precious sight! Also, always seek an appointment with your opthamologist immediately in response to floaters or flashes of light. Age (over 50) and near-sightedness are the main risk factors. This issue can lead to a detached retina, so take care of those baby blues, big browns, mesmerizing greens, and ever-changing hazels!
Thanks for that additional information. I debated on including floaters in the article because my eye doctor told me they can happen at any age and my focus is aging. And yes our precious sight!
Excellent article, it's vital to look after our eyes and get regular checks. I've had cataract surgery on both eyes.
If it were not for cataract removal surgery, I'd be completely blind. We're lucky (medically) to live in these times, compared to only a few decades ago.
Thank you for your in-depth article about our eyes. Like you, I've worn glasses all my life (since 3rd grade.) I can appreciate the taking them off last thing and putting them on last thing. And, too, I always carry my most recent old pair with me in my bag, because if I lost/broke my current pair, I would be in trouble!
I so appreciate your nicely written article about caring for our eyes. My problem has been to find an eye doctor that has experience and a more complete knowledge of eyes. So many 'handy' eyeglass sellers provide eye exams that are not particularly well done. Though they may have some rather useful technology to look closely at our eyes, it still depends on the particular skill and intelligence of the eye doctor to hear as well as see what is going on with our vision. At 75 I am still looking for an eye doctor that does not start prescribing for my eyesight when I walk in the door. I feel rather lucky to have rather good close vision. And I appreciate your information with hopes of keeping my eyes healthy.
You may already know this but an ophthalmolgist is the medical professional that elders shold be see. They have medical degrees and can offer the recommended comprehensive exams. I prefer to see a doctor who has his own business rather than working for a corporation. Thank yo for your kind words!
Thank you for reminding me of this Sue. I have had very good eye doctors in the past and they each had their own practices. Living in a small rural community has limited my choices. But your posts have encouraged me to find an ophthalmologist even if I have to travel to their office. 😀 👍
A very worthy public service announcement! Our precious sight! Also, always seek an appointment with your opthamologist immediately in response to floaters or flashes of light. Age (over 50) and near-sightedness are the main risk factors. This issue can lead to a detached retina, so take care of those baby blues, big browns, mesmerizing greens, and ever-changing hazels!
Thanks for that additional information. I debated on including floaters in the article because my eye doctor told me they can happen at any age and my focus is aging. And yes our precious sight!