DRY EYES
When your tears are not providing enough lubrication for your eyes. This can lead to inflammation and damage of the eyes surface. Dry eyes may occur in air conditioned spaces, on an airplane, working on a computer, running or riding a bike, and last for several hours.
Common Symptoms
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Blurred vision
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Redness
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Sandy or gritty sensation
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Stinging and or burning
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Watery eyes
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Difficulty with
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Eye fatigue
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Light sensitivity
COMMON EYE ISSUES
EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS WITH YOUR EYES?
Experiencing symptoms with your vision and not sure if you should be concerned? Diagnosed with a condition such as Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Diabetes or Cataracts and want to find out more information?
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Read about some common complaints and conditions we see at Kimber Optical.
MACULAR DEGENERATION
Common amongst people over the age of 50, causing central vision to become reduced or blurred. Vision impairment can vary from mild to severe, and affect one or both eyes. Early detection and care is key in management and delaying vision loss.
Common Symptoms
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Blurred vision
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Blind spots
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Visual distortions with lines
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Facial recognition issues
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Faded colours
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Difficultly with light adaptation
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Inability to drive at night
DIABETES & YOUR EYES
Diabetes can affect the clarity of vision. What with the constant change in sugar levels, fluid retention there can be many issues that arise with the eyes as a result. Most issues with eyes and diabetes are momentary, however in some cases it can lead to ongoing vision impairment, and other serious eye conditions.
Common Symptoms
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Blurred vision
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Light sensitivity
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Double vision
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No improvement with prescription glasses
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Faded colours
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Headaches
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Eye fatigue
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Red eyes
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Watery eyes
FLASHES & FLOATERS
Vision impairments caused by flashes of light, floating specs, or thread-like strands. Whilst this can be normal as we age these can sometimes also be a sign of a more serious eye problem.
Common Symptoms
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Vision impaired by:
- Squiggly lines,
- Spots,
- Thread-like strands,
- Small shadowy shapes,
- Black or very dark spots.
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Light sensitivity
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Headaches
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Eye fatigue