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Vision Symptoms: When To Book An Appointment At Our Office
Are you or your child experiencing vision-related struggles like headaches, double vision, or reading difficulties? These symptoms can often be signs of underlying functional vision conditions — many of which are not detected in standard eye exams.
At A B See Optometry and Vision Therapy in Kelowna, we help uncover and treat the root causes of visual discomfort through specialized assessments and therapy.
Below, you’ll find a clear breakdown of common vision symptoms and the conditions they may be connected to.
Vision Symptoms
These are the signs that patients or parents most often notice. If any of the following sound familiar, a functional vision exam may be warranted.
Blurry Vision
Sudden or recurring difficulty seeing clearly—especially when shifting focus between near and far—may signal problems with how the eyes work together.Related conditions: Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD), Convergence Insufficiency (CI)
Headaches and Migraines
Frequent headaches after screen time, reading, or school/work tasks may be due to eye misalignment or focusing strain.
Related conditions: BVD, Accommodative Dysfunction
Double Vision
Seeing two versions of the same object, whether constantly or occasionally, can severely disrupt reading, driving, and depth perception.
Related conditions: Strabismus, Convergence Insufficiency
Reading Problems
Losing your place, skipping lines, slow reading, or difficulty with comprehension may stem from underlying visual processing or tracking issues.
Related conditions: Tracking Disorders, BVD, CI
Burning or Tired Eyes
Eyes that feel dry, itchy, or fatigued after short periods of screen use or reading may indicate visual stress or poor visual endurance.
Related conditions: Digital Eye Strain, BVD
Dry or Watery Eyes
Excessive tearing can sometimes be a response to dry or irritated eyes, which may be caused by poor visual coordination or prolonged focus.
Related conditions: Visual Fatigue, Dry Eye Syndrome
Difficulty Focusing
If it’s hard to maintain or shift focus, the visual system may not be functioning efficiently.
Related conditions: Accommodative Dysfunction, CI
Visible Eye Turn
An eye drifting inward, outward, or upward—especially noticeable in photos—may reflect a problem with eye alignment.
Related conditions: Strabismus, Amblyopia
Post-Concussion Vision Changes
After a concussion or other brain injury, vision changes like blurred vision, light sensitivity, or motion discomfort can occur and persist.
Related conditions: Post-Trauma Vision Syndrome, BVD
Vision Conditions
At A B See Optometry and Vision Therapy, we treat a wide range of common visual conditions. These conditions can impact comfort, performance, and overall quality of life—but many respond very well to treatment.
Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD)
BVD occurs when the eyes struggle to work together properly, leading to symptoms like headaches, dizziness, or blurred vision. It often causes difficulty with reading, driving, or balance.Common symptoms: Headaches, dizziness, eye strain, blurred vision, light sensitivity
Convergence Insufficiency (CI)
This condition makes it difficult for both eyes to turn inward to focus on close-up tasks like reading.Common symptoms: Double vision, reading fatigue, loss of focus, eye strain
Accommodative Dysfunction
This refers to difficulty shifting focus between distances or maintaining focus for extended periods.Common symptoms: Blurry vision, headaches, reading difficulty, eye fatigue
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
Amblyopia results when one eye doesn’t develop normal vision, even with corrective lenses. Often starting in childhood, it can still be improved in adults through vision therapy.Common symptoms: Poor depth perception, favoring one eye, frequent squinting
Strabismus (Eye Turn)
When the eyes are misaligned—turning inward, outward, or in other directions—it can affect depth perception and may lead to double vision.Common symptoms: Misaligned eyes, clumsiness, eye strain, poor coordination
Tracking and Eye Movement Disorders
Poor eye tracking can make it hard to read smoothly or follow moving objects.Common symptoms: Skipping lines, losing place while reading, slow reading speed
Visual Processing Disorders
These disorders affect how the brain interprets visual information. Even with 20/20 eyesight, patients may struggle with comprehension or organization of visual input.Common symptoms: Reading difficulties, poor visual memory, slow processing speed
Post-Trauma Vision Syndrome
Following a brain injury, visual processing may be disrupted, leading to symptoms that can persist without proper intervention.Common symptoms: Motion sensitivity, balance problems, visual confusion, trouble with concentration
Get Expert Eye Care for Vision Problems in Kelowna
If you’ve noticed any of the symptoms above—or received a diagnosis of one of these conditions—we’re here to help.
Schedule a comprehensive functional vision exam at A B See Optometry and Vision Therapy in Kelowna, and let our experienced team uncover the root cause of your visual challenges.
