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October Week 1 • By Admin • Dr. Ashutosh Jaiswal

Presbyopia

1. What is Presbyopia?

Presbyopia is the age-related loss of near vision that typically starts after age 40. It occurs because the eye lens gradually loses flexibility, making it difficult to focus on close objects. Unlike myopia or hyperopia, presbyopia affects nearly everyone as they age.

2. What are the common symptoms?

  • ● Difficulty reading small print or text on smartphones
  • ● Holding books or devices at arm’s length to see clearly
  • ● Eye strain, headaches, or fatigue after near work
  • ● Blurred near vision even if distance vision is normal

3. What causes Presbyopia?

  • ● Natural aging of the eye lens
  • ● Decreased elasticity and accommodative ability
  • ● Lens hardening (sclerosis) over time
  • ● Usually appears after age 40 and progresses gradually

4. How is Presbyopia diagnosed?

  • ● Comprehensive eye examination including refraction test
  • ● Measurement of near point vision
  • ● Evaluation for other eye conditions like cataract

5. What are the treatment options?

I) Corrective Lenses:

  • ● Reading glasses for near tasks
  • ● Bifocals or progressive lenses for both distance and near vision
  • ● Multifocal contact lenses for continuous vision

II) Surgical Options:

  • ● Refractive lens exchange (RLE) or multifocal IOL implantation
  • ● LASIK or PRK monovision for selected patients
  • ● Corneal inlays for near vision improvement

III) Lifestyle Adjustments:

  • ● Good lighting while reading
  • ● Taking frequent breaks from near work
  • ● Regular eye check-ups to monitor changes

6. Why is early correction important?

  • ● Reduces eye strain and headaches
  • ● Improves reading, work productivity, and daily life comfort
  • ● Prevents misdiagnosis of other eye conditions

7. Why choose Netram Eye Hospital, Nagpur?

  • ● Dr. Ashutosh Jaiswal, gold-medalist ophthalmologist, offers personalized presbyopia care
  • ● Advanced multifocal IOLs, contact lens options, and refractive procedures
  • ● Comprehensive eye exams and lifestyle guidance
  • ● Safe, modern procedures to restore near and distance vision

Visit the Experts

Netram Eye Hospital, Nagpur

Address:
G6-10, Sai Krupa Apartment, Next to Chaudhari Hospital, Umred Road, Sakkardara, Nagpur – 440024

Phone:
+91 9859 804 804 / +91 9852 804 804

Website:
www.netramhospital.com