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What happens during an eye screening test?SCREENING APPOINTMENT
As the drops cause blurred vision for up to 4 hours, you should not drive to or from the appointment. You should use public transport or make arrangements for a friend or relative to drive you – they are welcome to accompany you to the examination. On brighter days, sunglasses may be helpful. HOW WILL MY EYES BE SCREENED?We will bring a special digital camera to your doctor’s surgery to photograph the back of your eyes. This equipment produces an instant image of your retina on a screen. In order to obtain a good image, it is necessary to dilate the pupils with drops. After approximately 15 minutes, 2 images will be taken of each eye. As well as this, your eyes will be examined and your sight tested on a reading chart. The whole screening procedure will take 30-45 minutes. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?Please bring with you your usual spectacles, both reading and TV, if worn. You may also like to bring a pair of sunglasses to wear for comfort in bright light following dilation of your pupils. WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE TEST?The administration of dilating drops may affect your ability to drive or do close up work for up to four (4) hours. It may be best not to drive during this time. WILL I KNOW THE RESULT?After the screening, your images will be further checked by an eye specialist, the result will be sent to you and your GP Arrangements will be made for you to attend an eye clinic at the hospital if necessary. On RARE OCCASIONS, you may experience some discomfort in your eyes following administration of the drops. If, after six (6) hours you are still experiencing pain or discomfort, you should contact your GP. At evenings or weekends, contact your local accident and emergency department.
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When attending for diabetic eye screening, drops will be inserted in your eyes to dilate the pupils so the screener obtains a clear view (these drops can sting at first).
