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Gloucester Point, VA

It seems that since I was diagnosed with Parkinson's my eyes can't focus properly is this happening to anyone else? If so is there a way to correct this?

March 13
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Members responded to a question about vision problems after a Parkinson's diagnosis, with many sharing that blurry vision, double vision, and... Read more

Members responded to a question about vision problems after a Parkinson's diagnosis, with many sharing that blurry vision, double vision, and trouble focusing are common experiences tied to PD. Several members described helpful solutions including prism glasses, eye exercises recommended by ophthalmologists, and lubricating or vital tears eye drops for dry eyes caused by reduced blinking. A recurring theme was the importance of seeing an eye specialist, as many were referred to retinal specialists or given tailored prescriptions, though cost of specialized lenses was a real concern for some.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

The ophthalmologist said this is a common problem with Parkinson patients

March 13
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I do have some issues with vision. My eyes seem blurry and they get really
dry. I use lubricating drops as per optometrist. Hope this helps.

March 14
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

My vision is off too. Dentist treated me for shingles. So Parkinson's affects your vision too?

March 13
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

How do you exercise your eyes? That's probably what I need to do

March 13
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I have that problem also. O was told my muscles for my eyes have gotten weak. Those muscles are like all the rest of them in our body with PD. I do exercises to strengthen them. The ophthalmologist said that is all that can be done. I still have trouble when I try to read or do long term eye work. I have trouble with double vision sometimes also.

March 13

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