An optometrist explains how to prevent four common eye conditions

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAging significantly contributes to eye conditions that can lead to blindness, but many are preventable or manageable through early detection and lifestyle choices. Diabetes is a leading cause of preventable blindness, with symptoms like black spots and distorted lines, and regular optometric visits are crucial for early detection and management. Glaucoma, the second leading cause of preventable blindness, often develops unnoticed, causing peripheral vision loss, and requires regular optometric checks for timely treatment to prevent blindness. Cataracts, caused by the eye lens clouding from UV exposure, can be delayed by wearing UV-protective sunglasses from childhood, and are treatable with surgery once they develop. Age-related macular degeneration, influenced by genetics, smoking, and diet, can be managed with supplements like omega-3 and B vitamins, alongside a healthy lifestyle and medical management of underlying conditions. In fullFour common eye conditions that can lead to blindnessThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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