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Our eyes are among the most sensitive parts of our body. That\u2019s why when you\u2019ve got eye problems like redness or infection, you shouldn\u2019t treat it lightly and instead, seek the help of an eye doctor ASAP.<\/p>\n
Untreated eye problems can lead to bigger problems like blurry vision, astigmatism, or glaucoma. Fortunately, eye exams can help you detect issues early on and find solutions for them before they worsen.<\/p>\n
So, we talked to the doctors at Eye Specialist Singapore<\/a>, a specialist eye practice, about some of the signs you should visit an eye doctor. According to them, the following are signs your eyes need a check-up:<\/p>\n 1. You experience chronic headaches.<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019ve been noticing constant headaches, maybe it\u2019s time to check in with your optometrist.<\/p>\n The optic nerves found in our eyes are linked to the brain. That\u2019s why undergoing an eye exam may help if you have recurring headaches — eye problems<\/a> may be the root cause.<\/p>\n For serious cases, the headaches you\u2019ve been feeling may be due to astigmatism, far-sightedness, or glaucoma. That\u2019s why it\u2019s vital to visit your eye doctor while it\u2019s still early, so as not to aggravate your situation.<\/p>\n 2. Your eyes hurt if you stare at a computer screen for too long.<\/strong><\/p>\n This may be a sign that you need to see an eye doctor because it\u2019s often linked to far-sightedness. That\u2019s why you may need to get an optical exam to test if spectacles or lenses can help.<\/p>\n That being said, it\u2019s not always far-sightedness that\u2019s the culprit. You may also want to try a few quick adjustments at home first, to see if anything changes for the better afterwards.<\/p>\n Sometimes, it can be as easy as improving your monitor\u2019s lighting and contrast settings. On other occasions, something as simple as taking a break to let your eyes rest can fix the problem.<\/p>\n 3. You spot unusual lights and flashes, or have poor peripheral vision.<\/strong><\/p>\n If you find yourself noticing tiny dark or bright spots in your vision once in a while, that\u2019s usually not a big deal\u2026 especially if you\u2019re trying to readjust to the light after coming from a dark room.<\/p>\n If it happens regularly and in a way that already impedes your daily tasks, though, it\u2019s time to see your eye doctor.<\/p>\n Another sign could also be having a difficult time seeing through the sides of your eyes. This is often due to retinal detachment.<\/p>\n A retinal detachment happens when your retina is torn away from your eye\u2019s back wall. It is considered a serious case because it may lead to permanent loss of vision or total blindness<\/a> if left untreated.<\/p>\n As such, any suspicion of it should lead you to an eye doctor as soon as possible.<\/p>\n