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How often should someone over the age of 50 have a dilatedi eye exam checking optic nerve, etc. as part of the annual eye exam?
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Yearly: A complete ophthalmologic exam includes dilating the pupils to examine the optic nerve and the retina for multiple conditions.
Answered 10/6/2017
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Every 1-2 years: Assuming your eyes are healthy and you have no risk of eye disease.
Answered 11/28/2013
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