What’s eye astigmatism?

Astigmatism is a common condition where the cornea is curved irregularly, causing blurry vision. It can go undetected and worsen over time, but can be treated with corrective lenses or refractive surgery. Annual eye exams are recommended. Ocular astigmatism is a common condition that affects vision. When a person has eye astigmatism, their cornea is […]

Severe astigmatism: what is it?

Astigmatism is a common eye problem that causes blurred or distorted vision due to a deformed cornea or lens. Mild cases can be treated with glasses or contacts, but severe cases may require laser-guided surgery. Symptoms worsen with age and can cause headaches, nausea, and dizziness. LASIK surgery is the most common treatment for severe […]

Myopia vs. Astigmatism: What’s the difference?

Astigmatism and myopia are vision conditions caused by irregularities in the shape of the cornea or eyeball. They can occur together or with other conditions, and can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or laser surgery. Myopia is more common in school-age children and can be caused by eye stress or genetics. Diabetes and antibiotics […]

Types of astigmatism?

Astigmatism can be regular or irregular, with regular astigmatism having five different types based on the level of nearsightedness or farsightedness in each eye. Treatment options include contact lenses, eyeglasses, and refractive surgery. Hereditary factors may play a role in the condition. There are two main types of astigmatism: regular or corneal, resulting from the […]

Irreg. astigmatism: what is it?

Irregular astigmatism is a condition where the surface of the cornea is damaged, causing distorted vision. It is often more difficult to treat than regular astigmatism, but specialized contact lenses and surgery can provide relief. The causes can be genetic or due to injury or infection. Rigid gas permeable lenses and laser surgery may help […]

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