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Reasons Behind Eyesight Loss in Seniors

July 1, 2016Blogs by Assisting Hands Home Care Palm Beach, Senior Care in Lake Worth FLAdmin

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Senior Care in Lake Worth FLVision loss is common among the elder population. In fact, about one person out of three over the age of 65 have some form of eyesight loss. The loss of vision makes it extremely difficult for older adults to perform everyday tasks. For this reason, many require the assistance of a senior care provider. Each senior has a different reason for their lack of vision, some of which are related to other health problems. To have a better understanding of why the vision of seniors is much weaker than any other age group, there are some common eye diseases that may be making it difficult for your loved one to see as well as they did in their younger days.

Common Causes of Eyesight Loss

  • Glaucoma: Approximately 1 million Americans over the age of 65 suffer from this condition. Glaucoma is defined as a group of disorders that result in glaucomatous optic nerve damage and the loss of field vision. There are different forms of this disease, but the most popular one is known as primary open-angle glaucoma. It is a slow progressing form of glaucoma, but can cause blindness if not treated right away.
  • Macular Degeneration: Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss for people over 65 years old, and results in degeneration of the macula, also known as the part of the retina that is responsible for central vision. Approximately 90 percent of people with this condition of the nonexudative form of macular degeneration. Some of the risk factors for this disease include aging, cardiovascular health problems, and family history.
  • Cataract: Cataract is the most common cause of blindness worldwide. The risk of developing this eye disease increases significantly by 50 percent for people over the age of 75. Fortunately, fewer people are becoming blind due to the disease because surgery is readily available to any seniors in need of it. Someone with cataracts may notice blurred vision, sensitivity to glare, or a disruption in their vision.
  • Diabetic Retinopathy: This is a prevalent disease among those with diabetes and is known as the leading cause of blindness among middle-aged Americans. Diabetic retinopathy can be categorized into two categories: nonproliferative and proliferative. Nonproliferative retina eyesight loss is defined as abnormalities in the retina’s circulation. Another risk that causes eyesight problems is macular edema. Proliferative retina therapy is the result of newly formed blood vessels in the optic disc. This condition increases the chance of blurred vision or the possibility of microvascular abnormalities.

Coping with a vision loss is very difficult, but with the love and support of elders, and knowing the top 4 eyesight problems, you will be able to help your loved one deal with their condition.

Source:
http://www.aafp.org/afp/1999/0701/p99.html

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