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YOU AND YOUR EYES
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Nearsightedness It is a vision condition in which near objects are seen clearly but distant objects do not come into proper focus. Nearsightedness happens when the eye-ball is too long or the cornea has too much curvature, light entering the eye is not focused properly. Eye glasses and contact lenses correct the problem by altering the way light images enter your eyes, but the procedure does not cure nearsightedness. |
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Farsightedness
Technically called hyperopia, it is a vision condition in which distant objects are usually seen clearly but close objects are not brought into proper focus. The farsighted person subconsciously exerts extra effort at close range. Farsightedness can be effectively diagnosed during a complete optometric examination. Your optometrist may recommend glasses, contact lenses, or vision therapy to correct the problem.
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Cataracts Cataracts happens when the normally clear lens within the eye becomes cloudy and opaque. It varies from extremely small areas of cloudiness to large areas that causes a noticeable loss of vision. Cataracts are most often found in over the age of 55 but they are also occasionally found among the younger generation. |
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Astigmatism This is a condition in which vision at all distances may be blurred or distorted. This occurs when there is an irregularity in the shape of front surface (cornea) of eye. Astigmatism is not a disease but actually a vision condition that is quite common. Nearly all people have some degree of astigmatism, and almost all level of astigmatism can be corrected with properly prescribed and fitted lenses. |
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Presbyopia It is a vision condition in which the crystalline len of the eye loses its flexibility. This causes difficulty in focusing on close objects. Presbyopia, unfortunately is a natural part of the aging process. To compensate for presbyopia, doctors of optometry prescribe reading glasses, bifocals, trifocals or contact lenses. |
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Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the internal pressure of the eye rises to a point where by the optic nerve becomes damaged. It occurs most frequently in individuals over the age of 40. Glaucoma often develops gradually and painlessly; there are no early warning signs. Unfortunately any vision loss as a result of glaucoma is usually permanent and cannot be restored. That is why regular vision examinations are so important.
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