How do I test my rods?

Question: I've been to the optometrist lots of times. I don't think they do a very good job of checking my nightvision. I've tried telling them what I want and they always joke that I want to see like a bat. It would be nice to see like a bad, but I'd settle for seeing like a healthy human. It seems like everyone's nightvision is better than mine. I don't think there's anything wrong with my retina (rods). I think my iris just doesn't dilate as much as other people's. Shouldn't optometrists check the range our pupils will dilate on their own, instead of just using those stupid drops?

Answers:
If you are that concerned, consult an ophthalmologist who is an MD that specializes in diseases of the eye. An optometrist specializes in visual difficulties correctable by glasses or contacts. Big difference.An optometrist is not a medical doctor. An ophthalmologist is. Good luck The midriatic drops are used to dilate the pupil to check for damage associated with disease.The fluericin drops show scratches to the cornea, foreign bodies and such. I may have the two types of drop names misspelled I apologize The physican can help you with nightblindness and give you your options.They do cost more and may require a consultation from your primary physician .Be sure that the doctor is covered on your insurance. Have a great day.

Other Answers:
I was told by my opthalmologist to wear sunglasses or glare free lenses at night to cut down on the glare. That will help you to see better. If you want a good eye exam, you need to go to an opthalmologist, not an optometrist. There is a big difference.

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What do you feel is going on with your nightvision? Does it take too much time for you to adapt your sight to darkness or what?

If you have troubles seeing at night, eat carrots and A vitamin.and if something is fishy yet, go to an ophtalmologist.

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