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There are a number of conditions that can affect a person's vision, and some of them are more serious than others. While the following is by no means comprehensive, we will now cover some of the most common vision problems people may suffer from as well as their common treatment options. Nearsightedness, Farsightedness, and Astigmatism The most common vision problems that people often face are nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism. People who are nearsighted are able to see objects that are close up clearly but have trouble viewing objects that are further away. People who are farsighted are able to see objects that are further away but have trouble viewing objects up close. People who have astigmatism have a hard time focusing causing blurry vision. In each case, common treatments include prescription glasses or contact lenses or the use of LASIK laser vision correction. Cataracts Involve the build up of proteins that cloud over the eye's natural le