Astigmatism is a common eye condition characterized by the eye’s inability to focus, causing blurred vision. It’s caused by an irregular curvature on the surface of the cornea (corneal astigmatism) or the lens of the eye itself (lenticular astigmatism).
Astigmatism commonly develops with age but it’s common for patients to be born with it as well. It can be accompanied by near-sightedness or far-sightedness, causing uneven, blurry vision.
The symptoms of astigmatism include difficulty reading & focusing on print, especially if it causes headaches, tiredness, and poor concentration. To properly diagnose astigmatism, schedule a vision test with our Curtis Vision optometrists.
Once we determine the severity of your condition, we’ll discuss all of the treatment options available to you. These are the most common treatment courses:
What is the best way to treat astigmatism?
Though it depends on the severity of your condition, corrective contacts and eyeglasses are the preferred treatment method for most cases of astigmatism.
Can astigmatism be cured?
It cannot be cured just by wearing contacts or glasses. But refractive surgeries are the best permanent solution to astigmatism, though they can’t quite offer a full cure.
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