Question 1

what is the rate of worsening vision at 80?

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Variable: Cannot easily answer this question.  It depends on the patients health and their eye health.  An 80 year old should definitely have an eye exam periodically.

Question 2

could my worsening vision be a result of a scratched lens?

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Probably not: Most lens scratches (on eyeglasses) cause annoying changes in the vision but not overall worsening.  You should seek your ophthalmologist for an evaluation to determine if there is a cause from your eyes.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: worsening vision?

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Vision loss: In simple term it means the vision is changing.  Is the change improved with a refraction or is the vision loss not improved with spectacle lens correction or is there an eye condition causing the change in vision&gt;? An ophthalmologist can answer and treat appropriately.

Question 4

could my worsening vision be a result of cornea?

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Yes: Perhaps you have already been told you have a corneal issue.  Some changes in the cornea, especially a condition usually in young adults termed <keratoconus> can profoundly affect the vision.  See an ophthalmologist or a corneal specialist for a definitive diagnosis.

Question 5

worsening vision of past few months with floater fields. why?

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Floaters: It sounds as if you have had a posterior vitreous detachment.  This is a situation where the vitreous(jelly) of the eye detaches (not a retinal detachment), it then "crumples" up leaving dots, spots, strands of blurry vitreous; i.e. The "floater".  You should have an exam to ensure the incident did not tear the retina, which could lead to a retinal detachment.

Question 6

could worsening vision be a result of a scratched cornea?

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Yes but: Scratched corneas will lower the vision until healed.  But if your vision is dropping and you have to ask the question, then it probably is something else as scratched corneas are extremely painful and will not allow you to ignore them.  For lowered vision see your ophthalmologist for a proper diagnosis and management.

Question 7

worsening vision of past few months. why so many floaters?

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Possible retinal: If you have increasing floaters, especially with light flashes and diminishing vision,  you should see your ophthalmologist without delay as there is a possibility of a retinal detachment which could be serious and needs a quick fix.  Other conditions can also do this so get a diagnosis as soon as possible.

Question 8

worsening vision with corneal abrasion, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Corneal abrasion: It is fairly common for the vision to worsen temporarily as a corneal abrasion heals.  Make sure a doctor follows you to insure you are healing appropriately.

Question 9

what can be done about worsening vision with corneal abrasion?

Accepted Answer

Corneal edema: You must see an Ophthalmologist. Corneal abrasions without infection tend to heal fast. If you are having blurred vision do not delay seeing your Ophthalmologist. He/she are MDs trained specially in Eye disease and surgery.

Question 10

could my eye floater problem be related to my worsening vision?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Eye floaters can be a sign of retinal problems that could lead to worsening vision and would be extremely important to have that evaluated with an ophthalmologist immediately.

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