The causes of this symptom can include unlikely diseases and medications. Furthermore, the causes may vary based on age and gender of the affected person, as well as on the specific characteristics of the symptom such as quality, time course, aggravating factors, relieving factors, and associated complaints. Use the Symptom Analysis option to explore the possible explanations for vision abnormalities, occurring alone or in combination with other problems. Considerations Loss of visual acuity , changes in vision, blurriness or decreased light perception should always be evaluated as soon as possible by a medical profesional. Whatever the cause, visual changes should never be ignored.
Decreased vision is a significant threat to the quality of life.
Professional help is always indicated, but which professional to see is often a question. An optometrist is a doctor of optometry that specializes in evaluating the need for glasses and deciding on what prescription lens will provide the best vision. An optometrist can diagnose and treat many vision problems, although in some states, they can also diagnose and treat other medical problems. An ophthalmologist is a physician that specializes in eye disorders and is the appropriate person to consult for diseases of the eye. Finding the appropriate health professional on the first attempt will save time and money.