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Things you might notice if an older adult is having trouble with his eyes

Page 4 of Eye Exams for Older Adults

He's squinting or blinking more than usual, or he tilts his head to see things.
He seems sensitive to light or glare.
His eyelids or eyes have changed in appearance.
His eye often twitches.
He's bumping into or tripping over things, moving hesitantly, or walking close to the walls.
He holds things close to his eyes to see them.
He has trouble distinguishing faces or reading signs.
He often wears clothes that are mismatched or stained.

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