Share the article: Facebook Twitter May 10, 2013 Fit Facts: Eyeing the Risks for Vision Loss Millions of people in the United States have undetected vision problems and eye conditions. Some of these problems can cause permanent vision loss and even blindness, while others are common problems that can be easily corrected with glasses or contact lenses. Many eye diseases, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, have no symptoms or early warning signs at first. That makes regular eye exams important when you have risk factors for these conditions, such as diabetes or advancing age. Here is a list to help you consider your risks: |