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Our sense of sight is probably the most important and more complex of all the five senses. It makes us see how beautiful the world we are all living in. Without our vision, we cannot appreciate all the other senses as well.
Many individuals are now experiencing eye problems and disturbances. These eye problems include blind spots (Scotomas), double vision, blurred vision and the most severe form which is blindness. Changes in our vision should not be ignored and be evaluated by a physician immediately as this maybe a symptom of an underlying disease.
Moreover, blurry vision is the inability to look and see small or minute details accompanied by the sharpness of vision that is loss.
Blurry Vision Causes
Many are asking what causes blurry vision. Blurry vision can be caused by a lot of factors or conditions that includes:
- Eye infection or eye injury
- Bleeding in the eye
- Diabetic retinopathy- a complication of diabetes mellitus
- Eye conditions such as Glaucoma (there is an increase pressure in the eye), Cataract, macular degeneration
- Brain tumor
- Optic neuritis
- Temporal arthritis
- Migraine headaches
These are some of the common causes of blurry vision. Although fatigue and certain medications can also lead to blurry of vision.
Medications that can cause blurry vision are anticholinergics, anti-hypertensive, anti histamine, phenothiazines and also medications for malaria and tuberculosis.
Therefore, before taking any medication, one should be properly understand the possible side effects so as not to be alarmed when blurry vision occurs.
Sudden Blurry Vision
Seeking emergency medical assistance if you experience a sudden change in your vision may it be one or both eyes.
These sudden blurry visions can happen to anyone at any point in time. So once you notice that something might be wrong or noticing any irregularities with your eye sight, it is best to seek treatment right away.
Blurry Vision in One eye
Often times, blurry vision can happen to either one or both eyes. Blurry vision that occurs in only one eye can sometimes be linked to flu and also when you are coughing. This may be caused by a blood vessel at the back of ones eye that bursts when you cough.
If neither flu nor cough is present but still blurry vision in one eye is present, it is best to seek an ophthalmologist for a proper and complete evaluation.
Blurry Vision and Pregnancy
During pregnancy, a pregnant woman will experience eye problems such as blurring vision. These conditions happen due to fluid build up thus the outermost layer of the eyes such as the lens and the cornea thickens causing a change of the eyeball due to the pressure of the fluid. With these changes, it
The changes in vision during pregnancy are normal for most women, and these changes are temporary that will return to normal after delivery.
If the blurring of the eyes during pregnancy is accompanied by a blood pressure of above 140/90, it is considered to be a danger sign thus immediate medical attention must be given to the pregnant woman.
Blurry Vision and Diabetes
There is a correlation between diabetes and blurry vision. Others might ask, why. Simply because high blood sugar can cause eye problems related to diabetes. If a person is diabetic, a regular check up to the ophthalmologist is important to prevent and somehow avoid eye problems. The increase in glucose level in the blood causes the eyes to swell thus resulting to changes in vision.
Glaucoma, Cataracts and Retinopathy are the 3 major eye problems related to diabetes and should be further evaluated.
Blurry Vision Treatment
Blurry vision can have a wide variety of treatment options that also depends on the factors or the cause of the condition. If blurring vision is due to diabetes, controlling blood sugar levels to correct the condition. This can also be done by maintaining a normal blood glucose level that ranges from 60-110mg/dl. In the case of pregnancy, wearing of glasses can be helpful. This does not only help clear visions, but clearing vision also prevents accidents.
Most importantly, preventing, correcting and treating blurry vision greatly rely on the individual to eat healthy foods such as those rich in Vitamin A, which is known to be a vitamin for the eyes.
References
http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/symptoms/blurred_vision/causes.htm
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003029.htm
http://www.patient.co.uk/doctor/Blurred-Vision.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blurred_vision
