What Your Vision Says About Your Health

The saying goes, 'the eyes are the window to the soul,' and while that may or may not be true, what our eyes truly are is a window into our state of health. That's right, it isn't the soul that an eye exam can figure out but how healthy you are in terms of any underlying health conditions. If you live in the West Des Moines area and are due for an eye exam or check-up, our professional and experienced team at StylEyes can help.

A Window to Our Health

Saying the eyes are the window to our health isn't nearly as poetic or catchy, but it is true. In fact, according to the AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology), there are at least "20 surprising conditions your eye doctor may detect during a comprehensive eye exam...."

That's right, 20, as in two-zero. What is even more eye-popping is the types of potential concerns your eyes can reveal. These include everything from cancers and tumors to diabetes, heart disease, and more. As the AAO is careful to remind us, however, these are also merely indicators of potential or possible problems, but it is not a diagnosis in and of itself.

These concerns and the importance of an eye exam are also why it is a good idea to seek out an optometrist near you to get an exam and check-up. When was your last eye exam? When was the last time you visited an optometrist? 

Find Quality Eye Care in West Des Moines, IA

If you are looking for an eye doctor that West Des Moines residents can rely on or eye care that families need, from eyewear to an eye exam near you and more, StylEyes is here for all your vision care needs. From eye care to eyewear, there are few things more important than your eyes. Contact us today at (515) 225-6447 to learn more and schedule an appointment to see the difference our caring and professional eye care team can make.