Appearance of Glare

What is it?

Glare is a phenomenon where light reflects or refracts in such a way that bright spots or lines appear on a screen, glass, lens, or in the eyes. This can happen due to various factors such as light sources, optical and physiological features.

Possible Causes

• Strong light source. When the eye is exposed to intense light, such as from car headlights or sunlight, glare can occur.
• Eye problems. Eye disorders like cataracts or glaucoma can contribute to glare.
• Reflections. Reflected light from glass or mirrored surfaces can cause glare.
• Dirty lenses. If lenses of glasses, cameras, or other optical equipment are dirty, glare may appear.

Symptoms

• Bright spots or lines appearing in the field of vision.
• Difficulty seeing details in bright light.
• Light sensitivity, especially when transitioning from dark to light environments.

Diagnosis and Treatment

• Consultation with an ophthalmologist. If glare occurs frequently or is accompanied by other symptoms, it is important to consult a doctor for eye diagnosis.
• Vision tests. Diagnostic tests and eye structure examinations may be required.
• Treatment. Depending on the cause, treatment may involve vision correction with glasses or contact lenses, surgical intervention (such as for cataracts), or lifestyle changes (such as wearing sunglasses).