Sight Loss

Vision is one of the most essential senses. It allows us to be independent, safe, and enjoy the beauty around us. Unfortunately, sight loss may deny us our vision. Sight loss may affect one or both eyes and can be partial or complete. Either way, any impairment to vision is terrible for our eyes and general well-being.

Are you experiencing any sight loss symptoms in Kailua-Kona, HI? Our team at Wally Kojima, O.D. and Associates can help you with affordable eye care. We look forward to assisting you and your family in continuing to experience optimal wellness.

Causes of Sight Loss

Sight loss may originate from the eyes themselves or can be caused by various conditions that affect the brain or the entire body. The common causes of sight loss include:

• Macular degeneration: Caused by changes in the Macula (the part of the eye that gives you sharp, clear vision).
• Glaucoma: This eye ailment is caused by high pressure from the fluid located in the eye. The pressure buildup damages the optical nerve causing partial or complete vision loss.
• Diabetic retinopathy: Its affects individuals with diabetes. It occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels in the eyes.

Other causes include:

• Corneal scars
• Eye tumor
• Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
• Trauma or injury
• Infections of the eye
• Some types of medications

Signs of Sight Loss

Being aware of the signs of abrupt vision loss is vital, especially as you are aging. If you experience any of the following symptoms, schedule an appointment with our dedicated optometry experts in Kailua-Kona, HI, immediately. Common symptoms of sight loss include:

• Eye pain or redness
• Blurry, narrowed, or distorted vision
• Seeing flashes of light
• Itching or burning eyes
• Abrupt sensitivity to light and glare
• Swollen, red eyes
• Sudden development of persistent floaters
• The sudden changes in the color of the iris
• Droopy eyelid

Schedule Your Eye Exam in Kailua-Kona Today!

Schedule an appointment with Wally Kojima, O.D. and Associates in Kailua-Kona for quality eye and vision care. Our optometrists will conduct a comprehensive eye examination to determine the wellness of your eyes and help treat any eye diseases before they cause irreparable damage to your vision. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help.