Saturday, November 2nd, 9:55 PM, EBS The episode ‘We will fix your blind eye’ will be aired. EBS is a new concept medical broadcast that focuses on ’prevention’ rather than treatment, and presents 1:1 customized solutions for people at all stages of the disease.
△ Why you shouldn’t miss the signals your eyes send, you don’t know your eyes yet
As the use of electronic devices such as smartphones and computers increases, our eyes tire faster than ever due to close-range work all day long. Symptoms such as out of focus or overlapping when looking at things near and far are now spreading rapidly regardless of age. If symptoms such as blurred vision and blurred vision are simply dismissed as ‘eye fatigue’ and left untreated, although it is temporary, your vision may actually deteriorate. Also, when problems with vision loss occur, simply fitting glasses may not solve the real cause of vision loss. If you experience symptoms such as blurred vision, dizziness, or dimness rather than just a simple decrease in vision, it is a signal that you need a detailed examination rather than glasses. Although you’ve been seeing the world through your eyes your whole life, there’s still a lot you don’t know about them.
△ Only 4 magnifying glasses due to presbyopia! But,,, is presbyopia getting worse?
Dong-ok (69 years old), former biology teacher. As I began to have difficulty seeing things up close, magnifying glasses, which I used in class, were placed throughout the house. Even when reading a book to my grandchildren, reading small print like a manual, or even cutting my nails, I no longer need a magnifying glass. But it doesn’t end here. Recently, abnormal symptoms such as excessive eye mucus and bloodshot eyes have appeared. Did I develop presbyopia quickly because I read a lot of books while teaching students? I even feel like my eyesight is getting worse. Dong-ok, who visited the hospital to check the exact condition of her eyes, is pointed out a problem with ‘this’, which she believed she had been taking good care of.
△ “The letters overlap”, “I don’t recognize my husband” The difficulties faced by couples who can’t see clearly
Gyeong-sik (56 years old), who had been confident that his eyesight was good all his life, began having trouble seeing things up close one day. While I was adjusting to wearing progressive multifocal glasses for the first time in my life because I thought I was developing presbyopia, new symptoms began to appear. Letters that are so close to each other that they appear to overlap, making it impossible to read. Kyeong-sik, who visits the hospital, hears about ‘this’ that he has lived his whole life without knowing about. Seonghee (55 years old), who had poor eyesight since childhood, never wore glasses for her entire life because she felt dizzy when she wore them. Although she can see things close clearly, she can’t see things far away at all, so she often doesn’t recognize her husband or bumps into the glass window. Worried that a major accident might occur, Seonghee went to the hospital to find the exact cause, and was told that this was the cause of her inability to adapt to her glasses.
△ “I just wore lenses and my vision went to -7” A story about wearing only lenses every day for 18 years
Yeji (34 years old), mother of two daughters, has been wearing only contact lenses for 18 years because her eyes get smaller when she wears them and they keep falling down due to the weight of the glasses. Wearing contact lenses all day, sleeping with contact lenses, or wearing disposable contact lenses for 2 to 3 days is a common occurrence in daily life. As a result, I suffered from conjunctivitis like a cold and even developed unexplained pain in my eyes. Then, at an ophthalmologist I happened to visit, I was told that if I neglect my eyes like this, I could go blind… Is it possible to fix my eyes, which are already getting worse? Yeji, who visits the hospital with doubts, is diagnosed with ‘conjunctival stones’ by the doctor and is advised to adapt to ‘this’ instead of contact lenses.
△ “There are different glasses that suit me.” Even “glasses” solutions that make your eyes ‘bright’
Korea’s best ophthalmologists and opticians came together to help four patients who wanted to regain their lost vision! In addition to thorough examinations and diagnosis to check the exact eye condition of the patients, correcting incorrect lifestyle habits, management methods to moisturize the eyes, exercise methods to strengthen eye muscles, and even finding the perfect glasses for me! A two-week solution to regain lost vision and create healthy eyes begins. What kind of change will come to them?
The episode ‘We will fix your blind eye’ will be broadcast on EBS 1TV at 9:55 pm on the 2nd (Saturday) and can be viewed again on the EBS website.
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Interview between Time.news Editor and Eye Health Expert
Editor: Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Kim. With the recent episode of EBS’s medical broadcast 귀하신 몸 focusing on eye health, it’s clear that vision issues are becoming increasingly prevalent in our society. Can you elaborate on why this shift towards prevention rather than just treatment is so crucial?
Dr. Kim: Thank you for having me! The shift towards a preventative approach is essential, especially as our lifestyles change dramatically with technology. More people are spending hours in front of screens, leading to fatigue and deteriorating vision. If we only wait until problems arise, we might miss opportunities to prevent serious long-term damage. Prevention empowers individuals to understand their eyes better and maintain their health proactively.
Editor: That’s incredibly insightful. With so many people experiencing symptoms like blurred vision or difficulty focusing—often attributing them to simple fatigue—what warning signs should they be particularly mindful of?
Dr. Kim: Symptoms such as persistent blurred vision, headaches, and dizziness should never be dismissed. These can indicate underlying issues, not just tired eyes. Any changes in how you see, like overlapping letters or difficulty recognizing faces, deserve immediate medical attention. Proper examinations can detect conditions that basic vision correction may not resolve.
Editor: I understand that certain age-related issues like presbyopia are common, but can lifestyle factors exacerbate these conditions? For example, we heard a touching story about a former teacher experiencing sudden changes in her vision.
Dr. Kim: Absolutely. Our daily habits significantly affect eye health. In the case of that teacher, reading extensively might have contributed to her difficulty. Presbyopia happens naturally, but increased screen time and close-up work can accelerate its progression. It’s essential to take regular breaks and practice good visual hygiene—like the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds.
Editor: Interesting. With many people, like Gyeong-sik and Seonghee in your article, experiencing unique challenges with their vision, how can we better educate ourselves about individual optometric needs?
Dr. Kim: Education is vital. We often assume eye care means just getting a pair of glasses or contacts, but it’s much deeper. Individuals must learn to listen to their visual issues and recognize that it’s okay to seek multiple opinions or treatments, especially when symptoms don’t resolve. Awareness campaigns and informative programs, like 귀하신 몸, are effective tools to promote understanding of eye health and encourage people to not just rely on corrective lenses.
Editor: Lastly, can you share any tips for maintaining healthy vision, especially for those who might not have access to professional eye care regularly?
Dr. Kim: Certainly! Here are a few fundamental tips:
- Maintain a balanced diet rich in vitamins A, C, and E, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables.
- Limit screen time and use proper lighting when reading or working.
- Stay hydrated and ensure you’re getting adequate sleep—fatigue can exacerbate eye care problems.
- Regularly perform eye exercises to strengthen and reduce strain.
- Visit an eye care professional when possible, even if only for a routine check-up.
Editor: Thank you, Dr. Kim. Your insights shed light on the significance of preventive eye care, especially in this digital age. I hope our audience takes your advice to heart to preserve their vision health.
Dr. Kim: Thank you! It’s been a pleasure discussing these important topics. Let’s continue to promote eye wellness in our communities.