Eye exams aren’t just for seniors, ophthalmologist says
An ophthalmologist says younger adults can also develop glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration, so regular eye exams matter at any age.
DEAR ABBY: I’m an ophthalmologist, a physician who specializes in medical and surgical eye care, and I’m hoping you can help me debunk a common myth about eye health.
Many assume eye disease happens only to older adults. While age does increase the risk of developing certain vision-threatening diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and cataracts, younger people can also develop vision-threatening eye conditions.