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Aging eyes: 20 facts to understand to protect eyesight in old age
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25 October, 2022
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25 October, 2022Join Hello Bacsi to learn the following 20 facts about eye aging to know how to protect your eyes right now.
15 common signs of eye aging
1. Having trouble seeing close objects
Farsightedness and presbyopia are two fairly common vision problems in people over the age of 40. They make it more difficult for you to see objects or perform close-up activities such as reading or sewing.
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2. Difficulty seeing at night
Studies show that the eye’s rods, which are responsible for low-light vision, weaken over time. Therefore, the older you get, the longer it takes for your eyes to adjust to and focus in the dark. This is very dangerous because you may not be able to see clearly when driving at night or in bad weather.
3. Aging eyes make you dry eyes
Older people produce fewer tears, making their eyes more prone to dryness. In addition, you can also experience dry eyes due to the use of medications that have a side effect of reducing the amount of tears such as allergy medicines, high blood pressure drugs, antidepressants …
4. Reduce the contrast sensitivity of the eyes
It may be more difficult for you to distinguish objects/objects that are similar in color to milk in a white porcelain cup. This is known as decreased contrast sensitivity of the eye. It can make you easily confuse things and phenomena with each other.
5. Red and swollen eyelids
Hormonal changes in the body as you age make you more susceptible to blepharitis than when you were younger. Symptoms include red or swollen eyes, a feeling of a lump in the eye, increased tearing, and increased sensitivity to light.
6. Appearance of black spots, “flying flies” floating in the field of vision
The lens of the eye can thicken or shrink as we age. This forms small blocks that block light from passing through the eye, creating floating dark spots in the field of vision. Although these spots do not directly affect the patient’s health, they can be a precursor to many eye diseases such as retinal detachment, cataract, macular degeneration … if not monitored and treated. treat.
7. Eyes see flashes of light or streaks of light
Older adults may occasionally see flashes or streaks of light in front of their eyes. These abnormalities occur when the lens is rubbed or pulled on the retina. If the frequency of these light streaks is increasing, you should discuss your condition with your ophthalmologist.
8. Sensitivity to glare
Under the effects of aging, older people tend to be more sensitive to glare. To limit this, you can use an anti-glare screen filter on your digital devices, adjust the lighting in and around your home more appropriately, and wear sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat when you go outside.
9. Cataract
Cataracts (cataracts, cataracts) are conditions in which the inner lens of the eye becomes cloudy, causing vision impairment. The disease has many causes, but the most common cause is aging of the eyes.
10. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
Age-related macular degeneration is a common eye disease in people over the age of 50. The disease occurs when the macular cells in the center of the retina degenerate, causing the eyes to become blurred, the images obtained become distorted and distorted.
11. Glaucoma
Glaucoma can occur at any age but is most common in middle-aged and older adults. The disease damages the optic nerve and can lead to permanent blindness if not treated early.
12. Diabetic retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most common causes of vision loss in the elderly. Too much sugar in the blood in diabetics will damage the blood vessels in the retina, thereby affecting vision.
13. Eye melanoma
The risk of developing eye melanoma increases as we age. More dangerous, the disease often does not show obvious symptoms in the early stages. Therefore, regular eye exams are very important to detect and treat tumors early.
14. Risk of eye injury from falls
Older people are more likely to fall due to changes in balance and vision. This can lead to serious injury, including eye injury. To reduce the risk of tripping, you should secure railings in your home, mark areas with steps, cushion sharp corners of furniture and use anti-slip mats.
15. Aging eyes cause sleep disruption
Research shows that older people’s eyes absorb less blue light than younger people. This is the reason the body produces less melatonin, disrupting the normal sleep-wake cycle, making it difficult for you to fall asleep and stay asleep.
5 ways to help you protect your eyesight as you age
The aging process can profoundly affect your vision as you age. Therefore, you need to know how to protect your eye health. Here are the suggestions that Hello Bacsi gives you:
16. Routine eye exams
Regular eye exams not only help you prevent potential eye disease risks, but also improve and enhance your overall health. Some problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, vitamin deficiencies, etc. can be detected through an eye exam, even if they do not show any obvious symptoms.
17. Clearly identify your risk factors
Identifying risk factors is important to prevent serious eye diseases. During your routine eye exams, it’s important to talk to your doctor about your personal and family medical history, age, and other health problems.
18. Build a healthy lifestyle
Building a healthy lifestyle such as exercising regularly, eating right, maintaining a reasonable weight will help you protect your eyes and your health.
19. Using low vision aids
For people with vision loss due to eye diseases, some tools can help you work without too much help from others. These tools include smartphone apps that read text aloud, audio books, hand-held magnifiers, etc. You can consult your doctor for appropriate recommendations.
20. Get enough sleep
Paying attention to the quality and duration of sleep is also a way to help you protect your eyes. When you sleep, your eyes will be lubricated and dirt removed. Lack of sleep not only causes your eyes to become tired and your appearance dull and unattractive.
The older you get, the more you need to take care of your eyes. Hopefully the above information has helped you better understand the effects of aging on your eyes, and have more good ways to protect your eyesight.
