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Guarding Your Vision Against Hypertension

Hypertension, often silent but potent, doesn’t just impact your heart; it can also cast a shadow on your eyesight. The delicate blood vessels in your eyes are vulnerable to the damaging effects of high blood pressure. Understanding this connection is pivotal for protecting your vision.

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Hypertension and Its Stealthy Impact
on Vision

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, occurs when the force of blood against your artery walls is consistently too high. This increased pressure can damage the small blood vessels in your eyes, leading to various hypertension-related eye conditions. The longer hypertension goes uncontrolled, the higher the risk of vision complications.

Hypertension-Related Eye Conditions

High blood pressure can put you at risk for several eye conditions and complications, including:

arrow-circle-right-3 arrow-circle-right-3-light Hypertensive Retinopathy

Damaged blood vessels in the retina can lead to vision problems, including blindness, if left untreated.

arrow-circle-right-3 arrow-circle-right-3-light Optic Neuropathy

High blood pressure can damage the optic nerve, leading to vision loss.

arrow-circle-right-3 arrow-circle-right-3-light Choroidopathy

Fluid buildup in the layer beneath the retina (choroid) can cause distorted or blurred vision.

arrow-circle-right-3 arrow-circle-right-3-light Retinal Vein Occlusion

It can cause blockages in the retinal veins, leading to vision impairment or blindness in severe cases.

arrow-circle-right-3 arrow-circle-right-3-light Macular Edema

Fluid accumulation in the macula, the central part of the retina, can cause distorted or decreased vision.

arrow-circle-right-3 arrow-circle-right-3-light Increased Risk of Glaucoma

It may increase the risk of developing glaucoma, a condition that damages the optic nerve.

Expert Hypertension Eye Care in Waterbury

At ReFocus Eye Health, we understand the intricate connection between hypertension and your eyesight. Our team specializes in hypertension eye care, ensuring your vision remains crystal clear despite high blood pressure challenges. With personalized care and vigilant screenings, we safeguard your eyes from the risks associated with this condition.

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For urgent eye issues or emergencies, ReFocus Eye Health strongly recommends calling a location nearest to you. Emergency eye care may constitute any of the following: 1. vision loss; 2. different size pupils; 3. double vision; 4. bleeding from the eye; 5. Swelling; 6. eye pain that doesn't lessen on its own; and/ or 7. eye pain accompanied by a headache. If you experience any of the following issues above, we recommend that you seek immediate medical attention.

For after-hour eye emergencies, please visit your local ER or Urgent Care Center, or dial 911.

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Please Note: Many insurance deductibles reset as of January 1st. Our practice requires payment for all deductibles, copays, non-covered services, and any outstanding balances prior to your appointment at the time of check-in.