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FARSIGHTEDNESS (PRESBYOPIA)

Symptoms

Fine print that is not clear at normal reading distance
Need to hold reading materials farther out to see clearly
Blurred vision at normal reading distance
Eye fatigue when doing up-close work
Near vision that goes in and out of focus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Presbyopia?
Presbyopia occurs when the lens inside the eye thickens and the muscles that move the lens are unable change the shape of the lens to focus clearly on up-close items.

Why did I suddenly have to hold objects further away to clearly see them?
While presbyopia may seem to occur suddenly, the actual loss of flexibility in moving the lens inside the eye occurs over time. Presbyopia usually becomes noticeable in the early to mid-40s.

What can I do to stop presbyopia?
Presbyopia is a natural part of the aging process of the eye. It is not a disease and is not preventable.

Will wearing bifocals or reading glasses make me more dependent on them?
No. Presbyopia is a progressive condition that stabilizes after several years. Wearing corrective lenses will not hasten the process; nor will avoiding the use of corrective lenses slow the process.

Can presbyopia interfere with my daily activities?
Yes. If you have significant uncorrected presbyopia you may have eyestrain or headaches. Blurry or fuzzy near vision may detract from your ability to perform everyday tasks or enjoy leisure activities requiring clear near vision.

Can I have other conditions associated with my presbyopia?
Yes. Often presbyopia is accompanied by nearsightedness, farsightedness, and / or astigmatism.

What treatments are available for presbyopia?
There is a wide range of options to correct presbyopia. Drs. Agnone and Morrison will perform a full exam to rule out other contributing factors to your symptoms. Reading glasses or bifocals can help; and some people can successfully wear bifocal contact lenses or monofocal lenses. With monofocal lenses, one eye is corrected / used for near vision and one eye is corrected / used for distance vision. There are bifocal lens implants that help with both far and near vision. Make an appointment with Drs. Agnone and Morrison to see if you are a candidate for one of these lenses.

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HOME ABOUT US NEWS CONTACT US	FARSIGHTEDNESS (PRESBYOPIA) Symptoms Fine print that is not clear at normal reading distance Need to hold reading materials farther out to see clearly Blurred vision at normal reading distance Eye fatigue when doing up-close work Near vision that goes in and out of focus Frequently Asked Questions What is Presbyopia? Presbyopia occurs when the lens inside the eye thickens and the muscles that move the lens are unable change the shape of the lens to focus clearly on up-close items. Why did I suddenly have to hold objects further away to clearly see them? While presbyopia may seem to occur suddenly, the actual loss of flexibility in moving the lens inside the eye occurs over time. Presbyopia usually becomes noticeable in the early to mid-40s. What can I do to stop presbyopia? Presbyopia is a natural part of the aging process of the eye. It is not a disease and is not preventable. Will wearing bifocals or reading glasses make me more dependent on them? No. Presbyopia is a progressive condition that stabilizes after several years. Wearing corrective lenses will not hasten the process; nor will avoiding the use of corrective lenses slow the process. Can presbyopia interfere with my daily activities? Yes. If you have significant uncorrected presbyopia you may have eyestrain or headaches. Blurry or fuzzy near vision may detract from your ability to perform everyday tasks or enjoy leisure activities requiring clear near vision. Can I have other conditions associated with my presbyopia? Yes. Often presbyopia is accompanied by nearsightedness, farsightedness, and / or astigmatism. What treatments are available for presbyopia? There is a wide range of options to correct presbyopia. Drs. Agnone and Morrison will perform a full exam to rule out other contributing factors to your symptoms. Reading glasses or bifocals can help; and some people can successfully wear bifocal contact lenses or monofocal lenses. With monofocal lenses, one eye is corrected / used for near vision and one eye is corrected / used for distance vision. There are bifocal lens implants that help with both far and near vision. Make an appointment with Drs. Agnone and Morrison to see if you are a candidate for one of these lenses.