Glasses help you see better every day, giving you greater clarity and crisper vision. However, the same prescription may not work forever. Depending on your age and habits, your spectacle power may change, particularly during childhood, the teenage years and then in early and late adulthood.
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So, how can you tell if you are due for a new pair of glasses? Dr Ankit Vinayak, consultant ophthalmologist at Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, Gurugram, shared some common signs your body may show when your spectacle power has changed, and your prescription needs to be updated.
First, the doctor described that spectacle power generally follows a predictable pattern. It is most likely to change the most during a few key phases of life. Minor fluctuations are understandable, but most changes happen during two phases of life.
“The earlier window falls across childhood and the teenage years, a period when the eyes are still actively developing and growing,” he noted. “Then, somewhere around the fourth decade of life, a second shift quietly takes hold as presbyopia emerges, gradually stealing the ability to see nearby objects with clarity.”
Addressing vision changes promptly is vital so that they do not affect your work or your ability to navigate your surroundings safely.
The doctor advised getting your eyes examined if you notice any of these signs:
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The ophthalmologist’s parting advice was that neglecting regular eye examinations may lead to reduced academic performance in children, workplace inefficiency in adults and unnecessary eye strain across all age groups. Most importantly, an eye examination can also help detect eye diseases at an early stage. This is why children and adults over the age of 40 should undergo regular eye examinations, even if they do not notice any observable signs.
Dr Ankit Vinayak has over 15 years of experience and has conducted over 45,000 successful eye surgeries. His expertise areas include general ophthalmology, cataracts, and refractive surgery.
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
