Eye conditions have their specific symptoms (which is beneficial as part of a diagnosis). However, the majority of general symptoms permits us to denote whether a problem or weakenss has arisen and allow us to take both treatment advice and preventative action.

Symptoms pertaining to eye health problems include: 

• Blurred vision
• Vision distortion
• Pain and redness in or around the eye
• Night blindness, visual field constriction
• Excess tearing, stinging, itching or light sensitivity
• Red, swollen eyes or lids, dry eyes, eyelid or eye crusting. 
• Glare from artificial light, dull colours 
• A ‘waterfall’ or ‘halo’ effect in the peripheral vision 
• Watery discharge 
• Heaviness 
• Increased floaters 
• Light flashes 
• Corneal crystals (yellow, shiny deposits on the retina) 
• Headaches or tired eyes. 
• Mouth sores, inflammation in the eye and skin problems are also associated.