What is Eye exam?
Category: Procedures
An eye examination is a battery of tests performed by an ophthalmologist, optometrist, or orthoptist assessing vision and ability to focus on and discern objects, as well as other tests and examinations pertaining to the eyes.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optic nerve inflammation (optic neuritis) | 20 | 3 | |
| Vision problems | 16 | 3 | |
| General health | 10 | 1 | |
| Blurry vision | 8 | 2 | |
| Diagnostic assessment | 6 | 0 | |
| Increase effect of another treatment | 4 | 1 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 7 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Eye exam
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Blurry vision | 1 | |
| Double vision (diplopia) | 1 |
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