People with color blindness have difficulty distinguishing specific colors from each other, and it affects millions of people worldwide. Most people have trouble seeing the difference between reds and greens, but others can have issues with blues and yellows. According to eye doctors, there is no cure. Take a look at some more facts about this condition below. 

What Are the Symptoms?

Due to a range of severity, people who are colorblind often don’t know they are until someone says something about it and they have their eyes checked. One of the symptoms people should look out for is difficulty seeing colors and the brightness of colors in the way that most people see them. 

Those with this condition also can't distinguish different shades of certain colors from each other. Most commonly, the colors people with this condition have the most trouble differentiating are red, green, blue, and yellow. Some people report that medical contact lenses and glasses help them tell these colors apart from each other.

What Causes Color Blindness?

Most people are born with color blindness, and it's passed down genetically. Also, it's more common in men than in women. However, your ability to see colors may diminish as you age, or you could become colorblind because of damage to your eyes or brain. Lastly, there are specific medications that may cause the problem. If this is the case, you'll need to talk to your doctor about adjusting your medication. 

For people living in Montgomery, OH, who think they may be experiencing color blindness or know someone who is, the eye doctors at Eye Care Optical can help. For over 40 years, they have served their community by providing world-class eye care. Whether you need help getting contact lenses or a new pair of glasses, their licensed opticians are ready to serve. Call (513) 731-6587 to schedule an appointment with an eye doctor, or visit their website for more information.