Eye Diseases

Why Eye Exams

So it goes, “the eyes are the window to the soul,” but they are also your window to the outside world and all the beauty that Suffolk County has to offer. With all this, your eyes are exposed to a lot–make sure you aren’t taking such an important part of you and your daily life for granted.

Getting your eyes examined is crucial for checking their health and regularity and uncovering any problems or signs of disease. Proactivity is the best route when it comes to keeping your vision sharp and your eyes healthy, because, unfortunately, there are a few lurking diseases out there that overworked eyes may succumb to.

Who Is At Risk?

There are an array of variables that can affect the development of an eye disease, and different diseases are impacted by different factors. Some factors to take into consideration are:

Exposure to UV rays
Past eye trauma
History of infected eyes.

Genetics
Age
Non-eye related medical conditions (such as diabetes)

Any of these factors may leave you predisposed to the development of an eye disease. Make sure you are being smart about your eyes and checking in on them.

Common Eye Diseases

Glaucoma
Cataracts
Diabetic Eye Changes
Myopia
Keratoconus
Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes

You’ve probably heard of a handful of these, but there may be some you aren’t familiar with. For more information on a few of the conditions listed above, explore our “eye care” tab on the top menu. If you are experiencing any symptoms that may be cause for concern, come on in and we’ll take a look and get you sorted out.

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