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Eye Checkup

Rahul notices frequent headaches after long screen hours and visits an ophthalmologist for an eye checkup, ending up with a new pair of glasses.

Rahul, Ophthalmologist, Optician

Key words and phrases

ophthalmologista doctor who specialises in eye careThe ophthalmologist checked his vision carefully.
eye testan examination to check how well someone seesHe hadn't had an eye test in three years.
blurred visionwhen things appear unclear or out of focusHe complained of blurred vision while reading.
power (of glasses)the strength of a lens needed to correct visionHis eye power has increased slightly this year.
eye dropsliquid medicine applied directly into the eyesThe doctor prescribed eye drops for dryness.
prescriptiona written instruction from a doctor for glasses or medicineShe picked up her new glasses with the prescription.
eye straintiredness or discomfort in the eyes from overuseLong hours on the laptop cause eye strain.
framethe structure that holds the lenses of glassesHe chose a black frame for his new glasses.
contact lensa thin lens placed directly on the eye to correct visionShe prefers contact lenses over glasses.
screen breaka short rest from looking at a screenTake a screen break every twenty minutes.
myopiaa condition where distant objects appear blurry, also called near-sightednessHe was diagnosed with mild myopia in both eyes.
hypermetropiaa condition where nearby objects appear blurry, also called far-sightednessHer hypermetropia made reading small print difficult.
astigmatisma condition causing blurred or distorted vision due to an irregularly shaped corneaThe test also revealed a slight astigmatism.
retinathe light-sensitive layer at the back of the eyeThe doctor examined his retina with a special light.
pupil dilationthe widening of the pupil, often done using drops for a detailed eye examPupil dilation allowed the doctor to see inside his eye clearly.
anti-glare coatinga lens coating that reduces reflections and glare from lightHe chose an anti-glare coating for his new lenses.
reading glassesglasses used specifically for close-up tasks like readingHe keeps a pair of reading glasses on his desk.
follow-up visita later appointment to check progress after treatmentThe doctor scheduled a follow-up visit after one month.
waiting rooma room where patients wait before their appointmentHe filled out a form while sitting in the waiting room.
eye charta chart with letters of varying sizes used to test visionShe read the smallest line on the eye chart correctly.

Useful sentences

Dialogue

OphthalmologistWhat symptoms have you been experiencing, Rahul?

RahulFrequent headaches and slightly blurred vision.

OphthalmologistLet's do a quick eye test to check your power.

RahulSure, doctor. I spend most of the day on a laptop.

OphthalmologistThat explains the eye strain. You need a mild prescription.

OpticianLet's find a comfortable frame for your new glasses.

RahulI'd also like an anti-glare coating, if possible.

OpticianSure, that's a great choice for screen work.

RahulUnderstood, doctor. When should I come for a follow-up visit?

OphthalmologistCome back after six months so we can check your progress.

Common mistakes

Quick quiz

1. What is "eye strain"?

2. A doctor who specialises in eye care is called an ___.

3. Complete: "Take a screen ___ every twenty minutes."

4. What is "myopia"?

5. The light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye is called the ___.

6. Complete: "He chose an ___ coating for his new lenses."

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