08/07/2025
Your eyes say more about your health than you might think. During a comprehensive eye exam, your optometrist isn’t just checking your vision—they're also looking for signs of systemic health conditions like:
✔️ High blood pressure – visible through changes in your retinal blood vessels
✔️ Diabetes – early signs may show up in your retina, even before other symptoms appear
✔️ Autoimmune diseases – inflammation in the eye can signal conditions like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
Because the eyes are the only place in the body where blood vessels can be seen directly, optometrists can often detect these issues early, sometimes before you even feel unwell.
It’s just one more reason why regular eye exams are essential for your overall health. 💙
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