My eyes are failing me

@Jenaisle (16568)
Philippines
April 20, 2023 7:18pm CST
Lately, I couldn't read small prints even with my glasses on. I know I will have to consult my optometrist but I don't want to because I have headaches when I wear my glasses. I know my glasses may need adjustments but I simply don't have the motivation to go. Hence, you may have noticed my typos in my discussions, which I often edit after posting them, sometimes, after hours. Sorry for that. Anyway, how was your day? Mine panned out well, there were a few minor glitches but I don't want to focus on them. It's our reaction to what happens to us that counts. Right?
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@DaddyEvil (174500)
• United States
21 Apr 23
It's time for me to have my eyes checked again, too. I get a headache if I wear my glasses for too long at a time. Luckily, I only need my glasses when I'm driving. I don't bother wearing them any other time... I try to keep the excursions from the house short to minimize headaches. I'm sure, if you get your eyes checked and get the correct strength prescription, you'll feel better and reading will be easier for you, too.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
That's exactly how I feel. I use them only when I can't really read. The headaches are sometimes too much to bear, so I prefer not wearing them. You're correct. the correct prescription would make me feel and see better.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
@DaddyEvil Thanks for the concern. that would be next on my agenda. Take care.
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@DaddyEvil (174500)
• United States
21 Apr 23
@Jenaisle I hope you have the time and money to get your eyes checked. Seeing is important. I wouldn't know what to do if I couldn't see.
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@RebeccasFarm (91297)
• United States
21 Apr 23
I have not noticed typos but Jena I strongly encourage you to do get your eyes and prescription done. Your eyes are so important. Yes I stayed in today a lot, I think I have cold so no worries.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
Thanks for the motivation. i am not considering it, Have a nice day.
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• United States
21 Apr 23
@Jenaisle I know, I would be not able to see here remember I lost my eyeglass lens?
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
@RebeccasFarm Oh yes,
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@rsa101 (40976)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
Your eyes will abruptly change from using just one pair of reading glasses and one pair of distance glasses when you reach your late 30s to early 50s. As an alternative, you can combine both lenses in one eyeglass. There are also progressive lenses, which are more expensive and require you to change your viewing angle.
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@rsa101 (40976)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
@Jenaisle Wearing two pairs of glasses—one for reading and one for distance—is a little inconvenient, so I tried the progressive pair while I was driving so I wouldn't have to switch them out every time. The first few months may be a little disorienting, but if you learn the proper technique for reading and seeing far away, it gradually becomes convenient.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
@rsa101 I will ask the doctor if I could avail of that. thanks for the information.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
I see. I don't know much about glasses. Thanks for the information.
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@mayka123 (17083)
• India
21 Apr 23
You should get your eyes checked soon.
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@mayka123 (17083)
• India
22 Apr 23
@Jenaisle Have you gone for your check up or still waiting?
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
22 Apr 23
@mayka123 Next week, it's a weekend here.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
I really should before it's too late.
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@ShyBear88 (59342)
• Sterling, Virginia
21 Apr 23
I bet your headaches will go away if you get new glasses. It's not uncommon for people to get headaches when their script is wrong or needs readjustments. It'll also help with your vision and seeing clearly especially small print. I get mine check yearly and changed it as need it. Otherwise, my day was good I didn't do much with my second edition edits, but I did take a nap to catch up on some lost sleep. The kids are home tomorrow on a student holiday.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
I think I'm simply too lazy to move my body in this heat. But thanks for the motivation. I should do it yearly too. I'm glad your day was alright. Have fun with your kids tomorrow.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
@ShyBear88 You're right, I have no excuse. It's my health, I should take care of it.
@ShyBear88 (59342)
• Sterling, Virginia
21 Apr 23
@Jenaisle lol no fun today no car so the kids are stuck home with me unless they deciede to go outside and play at some point. It’s not about not being motivated irs about taking hold of your Heath. I do so I can see and it get into a car accident. I also do it so I can see my kids. No eye doctors my sight tow into the crapper
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@rakski (156506)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
It is quite hot. I am sleepy but I do not want to sleep
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
It is hot. I got dizzy just walking outside.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
@rakski Indeed it is so hot, hot.
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@rakski (156506)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
@Jenaisle in the news I watched a while, some students fainted during class in Pangasinan
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@AmbiePam (120840)
• United States
30 Apr 23
I know that you don’t want to go, but if you get the prescription of your glasses updated those headaches will probably go away. It’s a pain in the rear to keep up with, but I think it will be worth it. You can do it.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
30 Apr 23
Thank you for the kind words, I know I should go.
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@snowy22315 (208962)
• United States
21 Apr 23
Yep, sounds like you need to go. My vision has changed little since I got my glasses 4 years ago maybe. However, sometimes small lettering on the TV I can't read. The main reason I would go is to get a new pair of glasses. These are OK, but have never been crazy about them.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
I should go, indeed. All of you are saying I must go, So, I must go. What option does a poor woman have?
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@allknowing (153530)
• India
22 Apr 23
You better get your eyes tested without any further delay I only use glasses if the print is too small.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
22 Apr 23
That's good. I really have to. Thanks.
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• Philippines
21 Apr 23
This is why I need to sleep early. Its starting to get me every time i sleep late. Maybe tonight I could get my time to sleepo early.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
Sleep well tonight and sweet dreams.
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@jstory07 (148734)
• Roseburg, Oregon
21 Apr 23
Get your eyes checked. New glasses will make your eyes better.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
So, they say. I have to.
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@innertalks (23741)
• Australia
21 Apr 23
Glasses cost a lot of money, so it's something that we have to weigh up about. Going to the dentist also costs money, and I am delaying that now, as money is short, but I did get a new pair of glasses, recently. I was annoyed that they had to make my prescription stronger than before. I spend too much time on my computer, and that tends to dry my eyes out, and worsen their condition. We need to look away, off into the distance, and change our focus from what we are doing, from time to time. Eye drops have also helped my eyes too. As to headaches, I usually just take a Panadol tablet, or I sit with my hand palms over my eyes, looking into the darkness, which rests the eyes, and relaxes one too.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
Great pointers. I think I need to rest my eyes every now and then as you suggested and buy some eye drops too. I've been meaning to do that for some time now. I am taking Eyeberry now, which is supposed to clear my eyesight within a month. Such practical suggestions. They are well-taken. Thank you/
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
@innertalks Yes, I do walk every morning and evening. I hope too that the Eyeberry works. What I need now is to rest my eyes now and then and visit my optometrist.
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@innertalks (23741)
• Australia
21 Apr 23
@Jenaisle I think getting out and exercising the body also gets blood flowing, and is good for the eyes too, as being inside all of the time, has tended to weaken my eyes too. I hope the Eyeberry works. I usually just take a general natural-based multi-vitamin chewable tablet, consisting of superfoods, greens, and fruits.
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@LindaOHio (222417)
• United States
28 Apr 23
You really need to have your eyes checked. I hope you go.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
28 Apr 23
I will. Thank you.
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@LindaOHio (222417)
• United States
28 Apr 23
@Jenaisle That's good to hear. You must protect your eyes!
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@yoalldudes (35028)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
My eyeglasses also need adjustment but I am too lazy to go. And I have been battling with allergy these last few days.
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
It's a 'bother' to stay healthy.
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@sol_cee (38669)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
I have very bad runny nose now huhu
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@Jenaisle (16568)
• Philippines
21 Apr 23
That's not so good. Have a good rest and I hope you get better the soonest.