Add dimmer switches and three-way bulbs to get the right wattage you need. Use pre-set timers to turn on lights to avoid having to enter darkened areas. Ask for large-print materials with a minimum 14 point type size. Try magnifiers, glasses attachments, or telescopic aids. Schedule eye exams every year Vision often changes slowly over many years.
Regular exams can help detect changes early.
Ask your doctor to test you for glaucoma when you have your eyes . Tests are painless, quick, and inexpensive. Remember, early glaucoma has no symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment can save your vision. If your doctor prescribes glasses, use them.