presbyopia

Presbyopia 

What is Presbyopia?

Through the natural aging process, changes occur in the lens of the eye which interfere with our ability to see clearly. The first change begins about the age of forty when the lens loses its elasticity and begins to harden. When this occurs, the lens can no longer change shape to focus properly. As a result, close objects cannot be seen clearly and reading begins to be a problem. This hardening of the lens is called Presbyopia. Presbyopia treatment in Lake Charles is provided by Falgoust Eye Medical & Surgical by one of our doctors.

Why does it occur?

Presbyopia is a natural result of the aging process. Everyone will eventually experience some degree of Presbyopia, beginning about the age of forty. In fact, Presbyopia is one of the most predictable, routine age changes that occurs in the human body.

What are the symptoms?

The most common symptoms of Presbyopia are blurred vision of near objects and difficulty doing close work. Many people find reading difficult and hold the material farther away in an attempt to see more clearly. A slowness in changing focus from near vision to distance vision may be noticed. Eye fatigue and headache after close work are also symptoms of Presbyopia.

In addition, farsighted people will usually notice the symptoms of Presbyopia sooner than those who are nearsighted, as nearsighted persons can simply remove their glasses to see close objects more clearly.

• Blurred vision of near objects
• Difficulty reading or doing close work
• Eye fatigue or headache after doing close work
• Difficulty changing focus from near to far vision

How Is Presbyopia Treated?

Unfortunately, no treatment such as medication, diet or exercise will slow the progression of Presbyopia. However, corrective lenses can be used to bring things back into focus. In many cases, new glasses are required about every two years to overcome blurred vision caused by an increased hardening of the lens.