Vision can change naturally with age, but some changes may be related to treatable or manageable eye conditions.
Conditions that may affect aging eyes
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Retinal disorders
- Diabetic eye disease
- Age-related vision changes
- Dry eye
If an elderly family member has difficulty reading, walking, recognizing faces, watching television, or performing daily activities because of poor vision, an eye examination is recommended.