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    How often should I have my vision checked?

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    Myopia & Hyperopia (shortsightedness & farsightedness)
    How often should I have an eye exam if I believe my vision is fairly stable? I am a 32 year old female and have had the same prescription for the past several years…
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  • Gary Rodney

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    I am a Behavioural Optometrist which means I look at more than just clarity of sight. I specialise in functional and perceptual vision skills that … View Profile

    If everything is stable then you should be rechecked every 2 years.

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    Rowan Prendergast

    Optometrist

    Rowan has over ten years experience as an optometrist and since graduation from Melbourne University has worked throughout Australia and in the UK, in all … View Profile

    Whether a child or an adult, you should have your eyes examined at least every two years.  This is important whether you have symptoms or not.  Some degenerative changes which may not initially have obvious visual symptoms can be prevented if they are diagnosed early and regular eye checks will ensure this.  Older people, contact lens wearers, people with health conditions such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis, or those with a family history of eye disorders may require annual or even more frequent eye checks.

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