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27. December 2010 17:19
Presbyopia is an ailment that affects the eyes and causes problems in vision. The affected person is not able to perform tasks that require focus on close objects like reading, sewing, etc. The reading material may have to be lifted up and away from the eyes in order to be able to make out the letters or they can appear out of focus. Generally, corrective glasses or lenses need to be worn to correct vision.
CAUSES: The main cause of presbyopia is a significant reduction in the elasticity of the natural lens present in the eye. This can be a result of genetic factors and may be acquired as hereditary traits from parents. It can also develop as a result of natural ageing. Research also shows a link between lifestyle factors and this disease and many doctors are of the belief that it can be prevented by developing a healthy way of life.
SYMPTOMS: Presbyopia is characterized by constant mild headaches that are like a strain on the eyes. Whenever you have to focus on anything, you may not be able to concentrate and may have difficulty in tasks like reading. You can also experience problems in writing or performing intricate work like embroidering.
TREATMENT: Most people who have presbyopia may also have myopia. In this case, they will need to wear combination glasses that are fitted with bifocal lenses so that they can correct both their near sightedness as well as far sightedness. If they are only suffering from presbyopia however, normal reading glasses that are available over the counter at any optician can be procured.
There are special lenses that can be prescribed for people suffering from presbyopia. You can visit your eye doctor in order to acquire the same. These are multifocal lenses that are available in materials which are gas permeable.
Apart from this, you can also have surgery done to get your vision corrected. There are many options available like getting LASIK done which is a kind of laser treatment. NearVision CK treatment can also be availed that involves the administration of radio waves to correct vision.
For more information on various eye diseases, visit us at Killeen Eyecare Center. We are located at 416 North Gray Street, Killeen, TX 76541.
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