Living With Low Vision
Not being able to drive safely, read quickly, or view a television or computer screen easily makes everday tasks challenging. Individuals with low vision or visual perceptual dysfunction may be unable to get around town independently, earn a living, or even shop for food and other necessities. Some visually impaired people become completely dependent on friends and relatives, while others suffer alone.
Many low vision devices and strategies exist to help people overcome vision impairment and live independently. The first step is to visit an eye doctor who provides low vision care, such as Dr. Nedrow. He or she can evaluate the degree and type of vision loss, prescribe appropriate low vision aids such as magnifiers, telescopes, and video magnifiers, and train the patient to use them.
If you are having any difficulty seeing, make an appointment with Dr. Nedrow for a complete exam. This could be the first signs of a serious eye disease such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, or retinitis pigmentosa; or they could mean that you have a cataract that needs removal. Either way, you need to take action before further vision loss occurs.
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