Common Signs You May Need Glasses

Seeing Light Halos

All vision comes from the brain's ability to interpret light. Different light waves bounce off of objects, enter the eyes, and the brain interprets the patterns the eyes pick up. However, glare and light halos can be a sign light is causing issues with your vision. Light halos are bright circles surrounding a light source. You might see them around headlights or street lamps, and they might make it difficult to navigate when you drive. Some light halos can be strong enough to cause discomfort, and you might need to look away to avoid being blinded by them. When the glare and halos are strong enough, the light can become disabling by eliminating your ability to see anything past the brightness. Halos tend to occur when you're in a dark or dim place, like if you're driving on a dark road at night. Nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can all cause the retina to have problems interpreting light signals. All of these can be treated with glasses.

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Reading Material Too Close To The Face

One of the most common signs you need glasses is holding reading material too close to the face. The eye's ability to focus degenerates as you get older, even if you don't have other eye conditions. This natural aging process is called presbyopia, and the majority of individuals begin to see changes when they reach and pass forty years old. Everyone is subject to presbyopia, even if they've had perfect vision for their entire life. The condition is caused by the stiffening of the lens, which makes it harder to focus on close objects. If you're suffering from presbyopia, you might actually benefit from holding reading material farther away rather than closer. If you need to hold reading material close to your face to see it, that's more of a sign of traditional nearsightedness. Trying to focus on material that's too close can lead to eye strain. It's important to talk to a doctor if you think it's becoming harder to read or focus on details.

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