Reduced Blood Flow – Heart disease can lead to poor circulation, reducing blood supply to the eyes and causing vision problems.
Retinal Damage – Conditions like hypertension and atherosclerosis can damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina, increasing the risk of vision loss.
Increased Risk of Stroke – A stroke caused by heart disease can affect the optic nerve or brain's vision centers, leading to partial or complete vision loss.
Hypertensive Retinopathy – High blood pressure can cause retinal blood vessel damage, leading to blurry vision or even blindness.
Diabetic Retinopathy – Heart disease often coexists with diabetes, which can cause leaking or swollen blood vessels in the retina, leading to vision impairment.
Macular Degeneration – Poor circulation from heart disease can contribute to age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which affects central vision.
Swelling of the Optic Nerve – Heart conditions may lead to fluid buildup, causing optic nerve swelling (papilledema), resulting in vision disturbances.
Dry Eyes – Heart disease medications, such as beta-blockers, can reduce tear production, leading to dry, irritated eyes.
Increased Risk of Glaucoma – Poor blood flow and increased eye pressure due to heart disease can raise the risk of optic nerve damage, leading to glaucoma.
Eye Stroke (Retinal Artery Occlusion) – Blocked arteries from heart disease can lead to an eye stroke, causing sudden and severe vision loss.