One organ that cannot escape the effect of old
age is your eyes. Referred to as age-related eye
disease or (ARED) these can affect your vision
in old age. Four major age related eye diseases
are glaucoma, cataract, age-related macular degeneration,
and diabetic retinopathy. People above the age
of 65 are more at risk, however these can these
eye diseases can start having their affect even
earlier and therefore lead to severe vision loss
or blindness.
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Top health tips for Seniors
With age, there are some normal
changes that are affected. The lens loses its
elasticity, the vision becomes blurred.
Older people interpret every change as a result
of old age. However, this may not be so. Double
vision, black spots, pain in eyes, sudden loss
of clear vision and redness in eyes are all symptoms
which cannot be ignored. Just don't wait too long!
Act promptly as soon as you detect any difficulty
in reading (like reading bus numbers) or any other
noticeable changes in vision.
Generally it will be a good idea to regularly
get your eyes tested like every two years, even
if you don't detect any change.
As person grows older, he must
understand that there are changes which he or
she should be ready for. And must be able to distinguish
between what is natural and what is unhealthy.
Being able to maintain healthy vision is not such
an unrealistic goal as long as you look carefully
into the inner changes.
Even if you are fit and well and not on any medication,
it is still to go reguarly to your physician and
see what he advices. To take care of your eyes
is essential part of your general health especially
in old age. With few simple steps you will successfully
keep your eyes health and keep them in good condition
for a long time.
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