Your genes may hold the key to your
optical health. People may be born with a
hereditary eye condition, or develop one later in life.
Eye conditions and diseases can develop for a number of reasons. However, you may be more prone to certain diseases if it runs in the family.
You should also be aware of the effects of diseases such as diabetes or hypertension can have on vision, which are more prominent in some ethnic groups than others. There are three common eye problems that can be hereditary.
Symptoms of cataracts include blurred or hazy vision after a cloudy areas that develop on the lens of the eye
If glaucoma runs in the family then look out for the symptoms as early as possible to manage effectively. Be aware of blurry vision or tunnel vision.
AGED-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD)
Early warning signs will include gradual loss of central vision. Objects in front of you may look blurred or distorted in the middle.
Contact your nearest optometrist
