Eye Diseases

Presbyopia

Definition

Presbyopia is the reduction of the accommodation capacity of the natural lens of the eye. It happens over the course of many years. It usually starts showing to people over 45 years old.

It is a normal part of the aging process and everyone will experience it to some extent. Therefore, it can not be prevented.

You should know that Bellevue clinics have all the latest technologies available to diagnose and monitor presbyopia cases.

Troubles de vision

Symptoms

Difficulty to see close objects (e.g. reading)

Difficulty to read in dim light

Eye fatigue

Headaches (in some cases)

Treatments

Adapted glasses or contact lenses

Surgery with multifocal intraocular lenses

Risk Factors

People over 45 years old

Everyone will experience presbyopia to some extent, it is a natural effect of the aging process