Can an Eye Test and Glasses Prescription Help With Long-Standing Short-Sightedness?

Dear Sk Shahed ji,

If you have had short-sightedness for about 8 years and now want eyeglasses, that is completely fine. The best step is to visit an eye specialist or optometrist for a proper eye check-up and get a new prescription.

What should you do?

• Get your vision checked for both eyes.

• Check the current glasses power for distance vision.

• Have the doctor examine the overall health of your eyes.

• Use the glasses with the prescribed power.

• If you already have an old prescription, carry it to the appointment for comparison.

Please do not buy glasses based only on your old 8-year-old prescription. Your current power may be different.

Precautions

• Avoid using someone else's glasses.

• Do not choose the lens power yourself.

• Take regular breaks during prolonged screen use.

• Keep your glasses clean and handle them carefully.

• If you have sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, flashes of light, or a dark curtain/shadow over your vision, seek urgent eye care.

Wearing the correct prescription glasses does not make your eyesight weaker or damage your eyes.

Wishing you and your family good health always.
Warm regards,
Team HexaHealth