Determine which vision related deficiency you are suffering from

Posted in Eye Problems on April 28, 2010

Have you been facing vision related problems lately? Several vision-related problems arise whenever the lens and the cornea of the eye are shaped irregularly. You can get an idea of your vision problem by understanding the traits of the below mentioned common sight deficiencies.

Myopia or Nearsightedness

This is a common ailment that often affects individuals above a certain age. In this vision related problem, people cannot view images that are situated at a distance. However, they can view objects that are situated nearby quite well. In this refractive error, the lens system is endowed with intense focusing power.

Hyperopia or Farsightedness

In Hyperopia, or Farsightedness as it is regularly called, individuals cannot view images which are situated nearby. They can view distant sights without any problem. This refractive problem is caused when the focusing power is too low.

Astigmatism

In the problem of astigmatism, the shape of the cornea is affected. Therefore, in this refractive error, the light is not focused into a single point as it should be. Thus, the light rays entering the eye form an altogether different pattern.

How to treat these vision problems?

LASIK or laser eye surgery is the only effective solution for this problem. It is one of the most popular vision related surgeries these days. However, it is advisable that you seek the help of an expert LASIK surgeon for achieving the desired results. The surgeon will firstly screen your eyes and identify the exact vision problem. He/she will then determine if you are a suitable LASIK candidate or not.