Many people don't realize they have a vision problem. Perhaps they've gone years without glasses and haven't noticed the gradual change in their vision. Regardless of whether you're experiencing problems, make an appointment with your eye doctor to maintain your eye health.

There are many clues that your eyesight needs correcting, such as struggling to read up close, or having trouble seeing street signs. If you're still not sure you need glasses, consider these 6 questions.

Are You Frequently Squinting and/or Experiencing Headaches?

Unless it's unusually bright, there's no reason to be squinting if your vision is clear. Although squinting may briefly enhance your eyes' ability to focus, if done for too long it can tax your eyes and surrounding muscles, which can result in frequent headaches.

Are You Struggling to See Up Close?

If the texts on your phone or restaurant menu look blurry, you may be farsighted. Consider getting progressive lenses, which change gradually from point to point on the lens, providing the exact lens power needed for seeing objects clearly at any distance.

Do You Struggle to See Things at a Distance?

If you're having difficulty seeing objects at a distance, you may be myopic (nearsighted). Myopia is the most common cause of impaired vision in children and young adults.

Do You Have Blurred Vision at Night?

Are objects or signs more blurry at night? Do you experience halos or glare around lights while driving at night? These may be symptoms of a vision issue, such as myopia — though they can also be attributed to more serious ocular conditions, such as cataracts and glaucoma.

Are You Experiencing Double Vision?

If you've been experiencing double vision, contact your eye doctor, who will get to the root of the problem and provide you with a diagnosis.

Are You Losing Your Place or Using Your Finger When Reading?

If you're frequently losing your spot or skipping lines when reading, you may have a vision problem. This could be due to strabismus, lazy eye, or astigmatism.

The Importance of Regular Eye Exams

Contact Optique Family Vision Care in Springfield to make an appointment. The sooner you get your vision checked, the faster you'll be able to see clearly and enjoy a higher quality of life.