Smoking Can Is Hazardous to Your Vision, Don't Ignore the Signs of Damage
Most people know that smoking is bad for their health. There is a direct link between lung cancer and smoking, and most people feel they understand the risks they take by lighting up, but not many people realize the connection between smoking and eye health. We at Oxford Optometry treat patients from Woodstock and the surrounding areas who are dealing with the negative effects of smoking on their eyes and vision.
How Can Smoking Effect Eye Health?
According to The New York State Department of Health, smoking can lead directly to vision loss or blindness. This is due to a variety of factors. First, you must understand what smoking does to your body on a cellular level. It’s clear that the majority of the damage to your body caused by smoking is done to your lungs, but the high blood pressure and other secondary health deficits caused by smoking affects your eye health as well.
People who smoke have three to four times the chance of developing age-related Macular Degeneration and Cataracts over those who don’t. Smokers are more likely to have dry eyes, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy, as well. Smoking carries so many health risks along with it, that it’s always advisable to avoid picking up the habit altogether.
Contact Us to Schedule Your Next Eye Examination
Call us at Oxford Optometry to schedule your next eye exam and to see if your smoking habit has had an impact on your eye health. We perform a full array of eye care services to Woodstock residents and the surrounding areas. Our quality optometry services include comprehensive eye exams, prescriptions for glasses or contacts, and many others. Call today, at (519) 421-3303.