Complete Eye Checkup

A Complete Eye Checkup is a detailed examination of your vision and overall eye health. It helps detect early signs of eye diseases, refractive errors, and other conditions that may not show symptoms initially. Regular checkups ensure timely diagnosis, better treatment outcomes, and long-term visual clarity.

Symptoms & Causes

When Should You Get an Eye Checkup?

• Blurred or fluctuating vision
• Difficulty seeing at night
• Eye strain or frequent headaches
• Dryness, redness, or irritation
• Seeing floaters or flashes
• Family history of eye diseases
• Long screen-time causing discomfort

Common Causes of Vision Problems

• Refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism)
• Aging-related changes
• Diabetes and hypertension
• Genetic predisposition
• Prolonged digital device use
• Environmental dryness or allergies

Treatment

A Complete Eye Checkup includes several tests to evaluate your eyesight and eye health. Based on the findings, the doctor may recommend glasses, medications, further diagnostic tests, or preventive care.

A thorough checkup may include:

• Vision (Refraction) Test
• Intraocular Pressure (IOP) Check for Glaucoma
• Slit-Lamp Examination
• Retina Evaluation
• Cornea Health Assessment
• Dry Eye Testing
• Computerized Eye Power Measurement

The goal is early detection and timely management to protect long-term vision.

Prevention

Regular eye checkups help prevent or slow the progression of many avoidable eye problems. You can support healthy vision with the following habits:

• Get a complete eye exam once a year
• Take regular breaks during screen use (20-20-20 rule)
• Maintain good control of diabetes and blood pressure
• Wear protective eyewear while outdoors or at work
• Eat eye-friendly foods rich in vitamins A, C, and omega-3
• Avoid rubbing your eyes unnecessarily
• Use prescribed glasses or lenses consistently