| Symptoms | Condition | Advice |
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Vision problems |
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Reduced tolerance of contact lenses
Increased dryness |
Corneal Edema:
The cornea becomes more susceptible to irritation. |
Decrease or discontinue contact lens wear if symptoms persist. Keep a pair of comfortable glasses handy. This is not the time to be fitted for contact lenses. |
| Blurred vision |
Changes in the retina:
This can be due to pre-existing conditions, such as diabetes |
Be sure to have your blood sugar levels monitored if you are diabetic. |
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Distorted vision | Central Serous Choriodopathy:
This is caused by a leakage of fluid between the fine layers of the eye. | See your eyecare professional. |
| "Tunnel Vision" | Pituitary Adenoma:
A hormone secreting tumor. | The condition is very rare but if symptomatic, see an eyecare professional. |
| Pre-existing symptoms of glaucoma improve | Glaucoma (pre-existing condition):
High pressure in the eye. | Eye pressure decreases. In some instances, however, medication is still required. As with all medications, glaucoma treatments should be used with extreme caution in pregnant women. |
| Vision problems that may indicate a more serious condition |
| Blurred vision | Gestational Diabetes:
An elevation of blood sugar levels during the last half of pregnancy | Follow your obstetrician's advice. |
Blurred vision
Spots in front of eyes | Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH)
| PIH generally resolves itself after delivery, but early treatment is vital to minimizing complications with the pregnancy. |
| Detached retina | Preeclampsia and Eclampsia:
This condition is caused by elevated blood pressure reaching dangerous levels. | Your obstetrician should closely monitor you. Consult with an ophthalmologist regarding any effects on your vision.
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