About Presbyopia
Presbyopia is a physiological dysregulation associated with the aging of the eye, resulting in a gradual deterioration of the ability to focus clearly on nearby objects.
Also known as age-related farsightedness, it affects most adults over the age of 40. A common sign of presbyopia is difficulty reading small print, resulting in the need to hold reading material at a distance. Other symptoms include headaches and eye strain. The degree of the problem varies from person to person.
Along with presbyopia, other types of refractive error may be present. This condition is similar to farsightedness or hyperopia, which begins in childhood and presents similar symptoms of blurred vision of objects nearby.
