In general, women tend to live longer than men. However, this longevity also puts them at a greater risk for age-related vision conditions, such as cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
Another contributing factor is that many women wear eye makeup and may not remove it thoroughly. Oils and other ingredients in makeup can increase the risk of infections.
Hormonal changes during events like menopause, which includes a decrease in estrogen levels, can lead to issues such as dry eye. Postmenopausal women are twice as likely to experience dry eye compared to men. Additionally, hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy can also cause changes in vision.
Women are also more prone to developing autoimmune conditions that can affect vision, including:
• Sjögren's syndrome
• Lupus
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Neuromyelitis Optica
• Graves' ophthalmopathy
Notably, 85% of patients with multiple autoimmune diseases are women.
The good news is that most vision loss is preventable. Here are five steps that both women and men can take to help preserve their vision:
• Get a comprehensive eye exam.
• Know your family history.
• Eat a healthy diet.
• Stop smoking.
• Wear sunglasses and proper eye safety protection.
Sources:
www.wcct.com
www.ncbi.nim.nih.gov
www.aao.org
Photo Sources:
www.theopticalfactory.co.uk/
www.shadygroveophthalmology.com
www.visionsource-cardinal.com
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