They are expensive, not always easy
to insert, and may be tolerated for only limited periods. Contact lenses,
however, are constantly being improved, and your eye doctor can advise about
their suitability for you. Exercises for the eyes may be helpful under some
circumstances. They should not, however, be used without first consulting an
eye doctor.
There can be grave danger when exercises are used indiscriminately
to try to correct vision difficulties that in reality may stem from glaucoma or
some other potentially serious disorder that needs attention without delay. An
ophthalmologist-an eye specialist who has had medical school and additional
postgraduate training in the field-has the background to
check not only for eye defects and problems per se but also for any systemic
problems that may show up through the eyes.
It is usually important to see such
a specialist whenever you believe you have an eye problem. His examination and
diagnosis can make a valuable contribution to maintaining your general health
as well as improving your eye health. He can prescribe not only suitable
glasses but also, when appropriate, helpful corrective eye exercises.
