Don't be hard on your eyes
Regular eye tests at the specialist is necessary for silent eye conditions such as glaucoma
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GOING for regular eye tests is not just about checking if your myopia has worsened or changing prescription glasses.
Jennifer Tan (not her real name), in her 50s, didn't think much of it when her eyes felt very dry one day and then suddenly started tearing uncontrollably during a meeting. An emergency check at a specialist eye centre later showed that she had acute glaucoma which had to be operated on almost immediately.
Glaucoma was a rude surprise to her but it was thankfully treated in time and has made her more aware of glaucoma risks as she ages.
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