Getting Better Glasses

Speaking with an eye doctor promptly whenever you have vision issues, pain, or injury is the best way to avoid potentially worse complications down the road. Even if you don't have eye problems or a family history of them, it's wise to know when you need to schedule a trip to an eye doctor's office. People dealing with any of these five symptoms or situations should make an appointment as soon as possible.

Blurry Vision 

Blurred vision is a symptom of a wide range of issues. Even the more innocuous problems like astigmatism still require medical attention and may need correction. Distortions also could be signs of degenerative diseases that affect the retina. If you experience blurred vision after an eye or head injury, it could be a sign that you've suffered a retinal injury. Every instance of blurry vision is something for you to discuss with an eye doctor.

Redness

People often dismiss redness, especially if they work in dry or hot environments that can irritate the eyes. Even in those situations, an eye doctor may be able to prescribe something to try to relieve the symptoms. Redness also could be a sign of an eye infection. Likewise, it could be a sign that you're not producing enough natural tears.

Some people develop dry-eye syndrome due to diseases or the side effects of medications. Even if the disease or medicine has nothing to do with your eyes, there could be a connection. An eye doctor can consult with your regular practitioner to see if there are treatment options or alternatives.

Pain

All eye pain is bad. In the best-case scenario, it could be a sign of a headache. In the worst-case scenario, it could be a sign of damage to the eye. Especially if you recently suffered a head or eye injury, go to an eye doctor's office and discuss your concerns with a professional.

Perceived Flashes of Light

Unexplained flashes of light are often connected with retinal tears. If you see flashes of light when others around you don't, contact an eye doctor's office immediately.

Light Sensitivity

If you can't stand being near light, you could have a sensitivity that indicates a bigger medical concern. Migraines often cause sensitivity. Also, corneal damage can trigger the condition. This is another case where you should be especially worried if you experience the condition following an eye or head injury. Even if the sensitivity is mild or comes and goes, consult with an eye doctor.

Contact a local eye doctor to learn more.