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Is astigmatism surgery recommended for everyone with astigmatism?
No as with any surgery there are some reasons why some people should not have this surgery. It could depend on what medications you are currently taking or other factors.
Are you born with astigmatism?
For some, yes, but for me, it took time to develop as I only started wearing glasses at 8/9, and lots of my relatives took time to develop their astigmatism as well.
What are the best contacts for astigmatism?
I have worn colored contact lenses for years. I just had an eye appointment this last week. My left eye has toric astigmatism. I inquired about being able to continue wearing colored contacts. I was assured I could continue, as long as they fit on my eye and the doctor was satified with the fit. They unfortunatly cost more because they are specially made to fit your eye.
Once you have astigmatism at the age of 5 will you always need glasses?
Not necessarily. Astigmatism can change over time, so the need for glasses may fluctuate. Some people with astigmatism may outgrow it, while others may require ongoing correction with glasses or contact lenses. Regular eye exams can help determine the best course of action for managing astigmatism.
Why do people have astigmatism and Does it mean your eye is messed up?
Astigmatism occurs when the eye is shaped like a rugby ball instead of a football, meaning it has one meridian that is steeper than the other. This is why you have 2 parts to your prescription. It is a very common problem and does not mean your eye is messed up. The vast majority of people have some degree of astigmatism and it can easily be corrected by glasses or contact lenses.
After lasik 100axes normal?
This is an incomplete question but I am guessing that you have some astigmatism left at an axis of 100 degrees. Axis is a direction but not an amount, and if there is not much astigmatism, then this axis should not matter, but if the vision is blurry you may have some residual uncorrected astigmatism. Please discuss this with your eye doctor.
What sort of eye problem are toric lenses designed for?
Toric contacts are specially made contacts for people suffering from astigmatism. This is an eye defect that arises from an eye being unable to focus on objects, resulting in blurry vision. Glasses and laser surgery can also help the vision of people with astigmatism.
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How many people in the us have astigmatism?
Approximately 30% of the U.S. population has some degree of astigmatism. This condition is characterized by an irregular curvature of the eye's cornea or lens, leading to blurred or distorted vision. It can occur in combination with nearsightedness or farsightedness and often requires corrective lenses for proper vision.
What are the pros and cons of astigmatism lasers?
"Some pros of laser astigmatism treatment is that the astigmatism will be cured, as well as no further need for wearing glasses. Cons include the cost, the chance that the correction won't be done right and need further correction, and problems with eye moisture after the procedure."
What are some of the symptoms of astigmatism in the eye?
Astigmatism of the eye usually involves the symptoms of blurred vision. It can also mean a person will have squinting and may soon feel tired or fatigued and suffer from headaches.
Can astigmatism be corrected?
Laser correction surgery can be performed on people with an astigmatism, but check with your eye care professional. Depending on what needs to be corrected, some cases may not be good candidates.
