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What is Myopia (Nearsightedness)?
Purpose: Myopia is a vision condition where you can see objects up close clearly, but distant objects appear blurry.
How it works: This is typically caused by the eyeball being too long or the cornea (the front surface of your eye) being too curved.
What is Hyperopia (Farsightedness)?
Purpose: Hyperopia is the opposite of myopia. It's a condition where distant objects appear clear, but close-up objects look blurry.
How it works: This occurs when the eyeball is too short or the cornea is not curved enough, causing light to focus behind the retina.
What is Astigmatism?
Purpose: Astigmatism is a condition that causes blurred or distorted vision at all distances.
How it works: This happens when your cornea or the lens inside your eye has an irregular, mismatched shape.
What are the different types of treatments for these conditions?
The most common treatments are corrective lenses (glasses and contact lenses) and refractive surgery, such as LASIK.
How does laser eye surgery (like LASIK) work to correct vision?
Laser eye surgery reshapes the cornea to change how light is focused on the retina, which can correct conditions like myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
How frequently should you schedule an eye exam?
The frequency of eye exams depends on your age, risk factors, and overall health. Generally, it's recommended to have a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years.
What are the common symptoms of these conditions?
Symptoms can include blurred vision, eye strain, headaches, and squinting to see more clearly.