Are you experiencing blurred or distorted vision? It could be astigmatism. Astigmatism is a common eye condition that affects millions of people and is often inherited. It occurs when the front surface of your eye, called the cornea, is slightly irregular in shape. This prevents light from properly focusing on your retina, leading to blurred […]
Refractive Errors: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
People who wear corrective devices every day, be it a pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses, have vision problems in which their eyes fail to focus light properly. About 150 million Americans suffer from refractive errors, experiencing symptoms ranging from blurred vision to eye strain. Read on to learn what causes them, and how they […]
Can Astigmatism Worsen Over Time?
Does astigmatism worsen over time? Many adults and children in the country suffer from astigmatism. Many notice that it gets worse as it ages. In this post, let Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry’s experts discuss if astigmatism worsens over time.
