I went in for my yearly eye exam and they dialated my eyes. I have had many yearly exams and they have never done that before. It was not a fun experience and I just dont get why they did it.
2007-07-26 09:29:24 · 4 answers · asked by elijahjaye 5 in Health ➔ Optical
I didn't have sunglasses with me. I had no idea my eyes were going to get dialated before I went and had even drove myself to the appointment so it was real fun driving home with my eyes dialated.
2007-07-26 09:40:59 · update #1
My eyes hurt the rest of the day and they feel really tired today still (the appt was yesterday).
2007-07-26 09:46:14 · update #2
I usually pass on the dilation and opt to have my eyes dilated every other year. I do have to sign a statement the years that I do not have dilation that I refused it and that the optometrist is not held accountable as a result.
They need to dilate your pupils so that they can look all around the retina into the "retinal periphery". In this area, there can be problems like mine of lattice degeneration and a lot of tears happen in this area. With your pupils undilated and that bright light from the equipment shining...they just cannot get a real good view due to the pupils constricting with bright light.
I get a headache myself after a dilated exam...and if it's ever recommended to me to dilate every year, I'll do so...I've just not had any reason. Some eye problems require dilation every 3-6 months. But for healthy eyes, my optometrist recommends every 1-2 years for most patients and recommended to me every two.
2007-07-26 12:05:56 · answer #1 · answered by Jennifer 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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Do eye doctors usually dialate your eyes during your yearly eye exam?
I went in for my yearly eye exam and they dialated my eyes. I have had many yearly exams and they have never done that before. It was not a fun experience and I just dont get why they did it.
2015-08-02 04:41:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your eyes should be dilated yearly or every other year. If you are not dilated the Dr can not tell you that your eyes are healthy.
An un dilated exam is like peeking through a keyhole to see into a room and a dilated exam is like opening the door wide. Obviously they can see more with the door open, so they should dilate
2007-07-26 09:50:57 · answer #3 · answered by lisa l 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since I have glaucoma, my ophthalmologist dilates the pupils of my eyes about every 2 years, not yearly. I see him every 6 months in order ti check and control this disease. The dilation helps him to better check the optic nerve and to determine the progress of damage or the stability of my condition. While it is bothersome, I am grateful that my doctor is so thorough.
2007-07-26 13:54:36 · answer #4 · answered by teachingboytoy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It may be that you're older now and they want to start checking inside your eye. Next time call in advance and ask if they're going to do it, and make sure to bring your sunglasses. Our eye dr. dilates our eyes every other year and they give us disposable sunglasses for afterwards. I agree with you, I hate it too and it does make it hard to drive home, but it's important for them to be able to see clearly. Maybe have someone come with you next time.
Take care.
2007-07-26 10:23:00 · answer #5 · answered by mom of 2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most do anymore, they can see into your eyes better. Sounds like your doctor did a good job, and I don't think the experience is all that bad. I hope you had sunglasses with you, that is what causes the discomfort, makes your eyes sensitive to light.
2007-07-26 09:35:22 · answer #6 · answered by Joan H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They do it so they can see differnt parts of the eye that they otherwise would be unable to see. It's a necessary part of checking the overall health of your eyes, and while not always pleasant, its good to have it done at least every 2 years.
2007-07-26 09:38:37 · answer #7 · answered by Caitie123 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the wife has it done annualy for glaucoma -- whatever, it
gives the doc a good look at the inside of your eye.
2007-07-26 09:37:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋