How does hypertension affect the eyes?
• Chronically high blood pressure, or hypertension, can hurt patients' eyes and vision which can lead to:
◦ Damaged retinal blood vessels, called retinopathy
◦ Fluid accumulation beneath the retina, called choroidopathy
◦ Nerve damage, called optic neuropathy
• These issues can cause blurry vision, bleeding in the eyes, and even sight loss. 1. Hypertension is also linked to cataracts, high intraocular pressure, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic eye complications. 2. If you have high blood pressure, you should have a dilated eye exam at least once a year or as directed by your eye doctor. If you notice any type of vision loss or have persistent eye pain, it is important to schedule an appointment with an eye doctor as soon as possible.
Annual comprehensive eye exams help to catch high blood pressure early. In fact, an eye doctor may be the first to detect hypertension. The longer it goes untreated, the more damage hypertension can do to your body, resulting in a greater risk of vision loss and the development of other serious conditions. This is why detecting high blood pressure early is crucial (909)596-6756 2443 Foothill LaVerne CA 91750 (909) 982-0100 1637 Mountain Ave Upland CA 91784 #drkennethboyerOD #drbrianboyerOD #eyewear #sunglasses #worldhypertensionday www.drboyeroptometrist.com
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