The light is collected by our eyes and focused on the retina, where it is converted into nerve impulses and sent to the brain, where it is formed into images. Also, note that a or call is required as the last element of text sent to window you are opening. The locnm code lets us get the local or server file path to the file or image desired. After age 50, most people can expect their eyes to become drier. This happens because tear production decreases naturally with age, says David Cockrell, O.D., a spokesperson for the American Optometric Association.
Fewer tears can cause problems for some contact lens wearers.
They can also contribute to a dry eye condition in some older adults with symptoms such as itching or burning eyes or the sensation of having something foreign in the eye. Contact lens wearers over age 50 and older adults with dry eye symptoms need to see their optometrist, who can assess the situation and provide the appropriate treatment. All Rights Reserved.