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 lens. Over time, the cataracts can completely blur and obscure the vision. Cataracts are often caused by the aging process, diabetes and other medical conditions, smoking, eye injuries, steroid use, and exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun. Cataracts can be removed through cataract surgery and the natural lens of the eye may be replaced with
ReZoom IOLs,
ReSTOR IOLs, or
Crystalens IOLs.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a condition that is caused by the build up of excessive pressure on the optic nerve. If undetected and untreated, glaucoma can result in complete vision loss. Treatments for glaucoma will vary from patient to patient depending on the severity of the condition, though in general, the treatments for glaucoma will all involve means of relieving intraocular pressure.
To learn more about other eye conditions,
eye care concerns, and treatment options, it is important to schedule a consultation with skilled
LASIK surgeons in Long Island or a
laser eye surgery office in Long Island.