Blurred vision: causes and which doctor to see
Blurred vision is often due to a change in your glasses prescription or dry eyes; however, sudden loss of vision is an emergency.
Which doctor should I see for blurred vision?
For blurred vision you can first see: Ophthalmology. If you are not sure, a family doctor can refer you to the right specialist.
What causes blurred vision?
The most common causes are listed below. Only a doctor’s examination can determine the exact cause.
- 1A change in your glasses prescription (short-sightedness, astigmatism, difficulty reading up close)
- 2Dry eye
- 3Looking at a screen for a long time
- 4Fluctuations in blood sugar
- 5Cataract
- 6Glaucoma (raised eye pressure)
When is it an emergency? Call 112 now
- Did your vision drop suddenly, or did a curtain come down over part of your field of vision
- Did a headache, vomiting and eye pain start together
- Is there confusion, fainting or difficulty waking up
- Is there facial drooping, slurred speech or sudden weakness in an arm or leg
- Are you struggling to breathe even at rest
What you can do at home
- Take breaks from the screen; every 20 minutes look into the distance.
- Do not drive until your vision is back to normal.
See a doctor if
- The blurring does not improve within a few days
- You have diabetes or high blood pressure
How long does it last and how is it treated?
Blurring due to screen fatigue and dryness improves quickly with rest. Persistent or worsening blurring needs an eye examination. Sudden loss of vision is an emergency.
Treatment options for blurred vision
See how each treatment is done, how long it takes and which doctors offer it in your city. Your doctor will decide which option suits you after an examination.
Find a ophthalmologist in your city
Ophthalmologists in Turkish cities who can help with blurred vision.
People also describe it as
- “My vision is blurry”
- “My eyesight has got worse”
- “I see things blurred”
Frequently asked questions
Which doctor should I see for blurred vision?
For blurred vision you can first see: Ophthalmology. If you are not sure, a family doctor (general practitioner) can assess you first and refer you to the right specialist.
What causes blurred vision?
The most common causes: a change in your glasses prescription (short-sightedness, astigmatism, difficulty reading up close); dry eye; looking at a screen for a long time; fluctuations in blood sugar; cataract; glaucoma (raised eye pressure). Only a doctor’s examination can determine the exact cause.
How long does blurred vision last and how is it treated?
Blurring due to screen fatigue and dryness improves quickly with rest. Persistent or worsening blurring needs an eye examination. Sudden loss of vision is an emergency.
What can blurred vision be a sign of?
Most often it is a sign of a change in prescription or dry eyes. Diabetes, high blood pressure and glaucoma can also cause blurred vision, so an examination is important.
When is blurred vision an emergency?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, call 112 without delay: “Did your vision drop suddenly, or did a curtain come down over part of your field of vision?” “Did a headache, vomiting and eye pain start together?” “Is there confusion, fainting or difficulty waking up?” “Is there facial drooping, slurred speech or sudden weakness in an arm or leg?” “Are you struggling to breathe even at rest?”
When should I see a doctor for blurred vision?
See a doctor: the blurring does not improve within a few days; you have diabetes or high blood pressure.
Similar complaints
Emergency numbers in Turkey
112: ambulance, emergency (free, 24/7, from any phone). 114: National Poison Information Centre. 182: appointment line for public hospitals (MHRS). Pharmacies on night duty (nöbetçi eczane) are posted on the door of every pharmacy.
Sources
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This page does not provide a medical diagnosis and does not replace an examination by a doctor. If you think it is an emergency, call 112 (Turkey’s free emergency number). For poisoning, call the National Poison Information Centre on 114.