Question 1

if you get headache a lot, do you need glasses?

Accepted Answer

Headache: Headaches can be due to eye strain from not seeing as well as you should (inner muscle of eye can strain when trying to read after the age of 40 in many without reading glasses) . An eyemd can take a look to see if you need glasses.

Question 2

can a headache get really bad have new glasses?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Rather than new glasses, i would think that its the new "strain on the eyes".  Contact your optometrist.

Question 3

could my headaches be related to needing glasses?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Strain on eyes can definitely cause headaches.  Contact your optometrist.

Question 4

could my headaches be caused by my need for glasses?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Headaches can be very complicated to address. So we try to start with the simple and obvious causes. If glasses were recommended, try them out and see what happens with the headache. If no improvement, see your primary. At least you will have improved your vision.

Question 5

my new glasses are giving me a headache? is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No: After a period of adjustment, your glasses should not be giving you a headache.  Have the eye doctor double check your prescription and if it is correct have your PCP help with your headaches.

Question 6

how do i know if my headaches are related to needing glasses?

Accepted Answer

Headaches: An eye exam can help confim whether or not you may need glasses.  Eye strain can cause headaches, and can be related to computer use, poor lighting, or other environmental issues.  First see what can be easily corrected, including the need for corrective lenses, and see if the headaches improve.  In the meantime, you may consider seeing your provider to rule out other causes.

Question 7

what do you suggest if my new glasses are giving me a headache?

Accepted Answer

Return to eye doc: There is something wrong with the glasses or glasses prescription.  Return to the doctor who prescribed them.

Question 8

what can i do if my new glasses give me headache. please help.?

Accepted Answer

This problem can: Only be solved by returning to where you got them.  It is likely the glasses have the wrong prescription in them.

Question 9

any reasons why my glasses make my headaches worse when they should help them?

Accepted Answer

Changes in vision: Without more information, one would need to know how old your prescription glasses are, and when was the last time you had an eye examination.  If your glasses are old and your vision has changed, the old glasses could contribute to the problem.  You should consult with your opthamologist or optometrist for evaluation.

Question 10

my new glasses causes me to get headaches. how do i figure out what is wrong with new glasses?

Accepted Answer

Complicated: Soemtimed the correct prescription can give headaches during the adjustment period.  That being said, sometimes the power of the precription needs to be reduced (cut) to enable the patient to adjust, with the full prescription being weaned in over a 6-12 month period. Speak to your ophthalmologist.

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How do i know if my headaches are related to needing glasses?

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What can i do if my new glasses give me headache. please help.?

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My new glasses causes me to get headaches. how do i figure out what is wrong with new glasses?

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