Presbyopia
The gradual loss of your eyes' ability to focus actively on nearby objects is a not-so-subtle reminder that you've reached middle age. A natural, often annoying part of aging, presbyopia usually becomes noticeable in your early to mid-40s and continues to worsen until around age 65.
You may become aware of presbyopia when you start holding books and newspapers at arm's length to be able to read them. If you're nearsighted, you might temporarily manage presbyopia by reading without your glasses. A basic eye exam can confirm presbyopia. You can correct the condition with prescription eyeglasses.
Symptoms of Presbyopia
Common symptoms include:
- Difficulty reading small print
- Holding reading material at arm's length
- Eye strain or headaches when doing close work
- Fatigue from close work
- Need for brighter lighting when reading
What Causes Presbyopia?
Presbyopia is caused by a hardening of the lens in your eye, which occurs with aging. As you age, the lens becomes less flexible and cannot change shape as easily. This makes it more difficult for the eye to focus on close objects.
How is Presbyopia Diagnosed?
An ophthalmologist can diagnose presbyopia with a comprehensive eye exam. The exam will include tests to measure how well you see at various distances and determine the best corrective lenses for your needs.
Normal Vision
Light focuses directly on the retina for clear vision
Presbyopia
The lens becomes less flexible with age, making it difficult to focus on close objects
Treatment for Presbyopia
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