Some people are deterred from getting additional eye exams done for various reasons. These reasons could range anywhere from their insurance potentially not covering the exam, to not feeling like the exam is necessary. Here are a few reasons why you should reconsider getting an Optomap Indianapolis exam done at your next eye appointment:

1. Gives More In-Depth Information 

Optomap eye exams give more information and imaging than a regular eye dilation test. It will digitally scan your retina to provide a clearer diagnosis, from lesions to diseases, that other eye exams simply cannot scan for. 

2. Early Eye Disease Detection 

This type of eye exam can detect ocular and systemic diseases that include, but are not limited to: macular degeneration, retinal detachments, retinal holes and hypertension in the eye. These diseases can be detected before you start feeling the symptoms and if it is caught early on it will save you a lot of discomfort and potentially permanent damage to your vision. 

3. Detects Lesions 

Eye lesions are usually found on the eyelid, and can cause discomfort and vision impairment; however, the eye lesions that Optomap eye exams detect are found in your retina. These lesions could be anything from tumorous, infectious or degenerative, so it is important to get it checked out. 

4. Catch Signs of  Eye Damage 

Eyesight degeneration is common and has many different causes. What the Optomap eye exam can determine is if your eyesight degeneration is due to diabetes. Vision impairment is a common side effect when you first develop diabetes, you may not even realize you have diabetes when the degeneration happens. Although it is still recommended if this is a result from your exam you should still be seen by an endocrinologist for a more accurate lab result. 

5. Diagnose Nighttime Vision Problems

While you are out driving at night and as you come to a stop light you notice halos or starbursts around the light coming from the traffic light? Chances are you have a nighttime vision problem. If you take an Optomap Indianapolis eye exam, we can find the proper diagnosis and help you drive better at night.  

Should one of these issues present itself, your doctor will go over the results and next steps for your prognosis. There are many benefits to getting an Optomap eye exam done every year, and if you think you might have an eye problem we recommend you take this exam so your eyesight isn’t affected. Insurance companies don’t usually cover this exam, but we recommend that you call your insurance provider to see if Optomap exams are included in your plan.