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Sometimes, I find it difficult to read small words.I can't also see well in the dark.Tears also do come from my eyes. What should I do? Please help.

AbubakarShaibu (Male, 23)

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Q: How long has the condition/symptoms been going on?
A: about 7years

Q: What is the severity of the issue?
A: Unbearable pain

Q: Past or current treatments (medicine or actions)?
A: I am finding it difficult getting treatment

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Jonathan C. Monis RN MSPH

I think you need to be evaluated by an ophthalmologist. Seems that your vision is getting weaker, you probably need an eyeglass or a contact lens. Tears come from the eye can be a symptom of dry eyes particularly if you are always exposed to computer and your eyes are always tired. Resting your eyes more often, keeping the distance more than a feet away from the computer, and eye lubricants may help you prevent eye dryness.

If you cannot see well in the dark, eating foods rich in Vitamin A such as carrots and squash may help you improve your night vision. Also, use dim lights at night to prevent accidents. For instance, you want to go to the bathroom.

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Cary M. Silverman MD

You are probably farsighted and losing focusing ability. It would be prudent to see an ophthalmologist for diagnosis and treatment, probably a pair of glasses.

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Common Eye Problems

BACKGROUND

The eye is like a fluid filled ball, containing the:

Conjunctiva and sclera — the outer white part of the eyeball.
Cornea — the clear front opening which lets the light in.
Iris — the colored ring that determines the color of our eyes and how much light gets in.
The lens inside the eye (just behind the cornea and iris) which allows us to focus. A cataract is when the lens gets cloudy.
Retina — the nerve layer in the back of the eyeball which captures the images we see and sends them to the brain via the optic nerve.
Macula — a special area of the retina used for reading and fine detail.
Vitreous humor — clear, gelatinous substance filling the central cavity of the eye. This is like the eyes' circulatory system to bring in nutrients and wash out toxins.

Common eye problems include (search for the individual condition):

Conjunctivitis — where the whites of the eye(s) become red and uncomfortable.
Cataracts — where the lens gets cloudy.
Eye Floaters — seeing spots.
Vision Loss — in 1 eye.
Macular Degeneration.
Glaucoma — elevated eye pressure.

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