Hypertension can cause vision problems Feb. 8, 2021 FacebookTwitterEmail Steinhauer GLEN CARBON — People with hypertension may often suffer from undiagnosed vision issues, according to Dr. Julie Steinhauer, owner of Vision For Life in Glen Carbon. Left unchecked hypertension can cause blurriness, double vision or a complete loss in one part of the visual field. Severe hypertension can restrict blood and oxygen to the brain causing an artery to either be blocked or burst. It can induce a stroke, lead to heart and kidney issues, and potentially eye disease. Those who suffer from hypertension, and their families, should be aware of symptoms of a stroke. According to the National Institute of Health those include sudden numbness or weakness of the face; weakness in the arm or leg especially on one side of the body; confusion and trouble speaking or understanding speech; issues with walking, dizziness, loss of balance and coordination; and problems seeing in one or both eyes.