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What is a Low Vision Exam?
The low vision specialist will ask for a complete personal and family general
health and eye health history. In addition, the optometrist will discuss the
functional problems with the patient, including such things as reading,
functioning in the kitchen, glare problems, travel vision, the workplace,
television viewing, school requirements, and hobbies and interests.
Preliminary tests may include assessment of ocular functions such as depth
perception, color vision, contrast sensitivity, and curvature of the front of
the eye. Measurements will be taken of the person's visual acuity using special
low vision test charts, which include a larger range of letters to more
accurately determine a starting point for gauging low vision. Visual fields are
usually evaluated, and each eye will be examined.
The optometrist may prescribe various treatment options, including low vision
devices, as well as assist the person with identifying other resources for
vision and lifestyle rehabilitation.
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