Common vision issues: What to know
Though blurry vision is the main symptom experienced by patients with vision problems, not all blurry vision is created equal. There are four main types of vision issues that can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. Take an online vision test to see how your eyes are shaping up.
What is myopia, or nearsightedness?
Myopia, often called nearsightedness, is a chronic progressive disease where the eye grows longer than it should, causing blurry distance vision.
What is hyperopia, or farsightedness?
Farsightedness, or hyperopia, is where you can see objects clearly at a distance but find it hard to focus on things close up.
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What is astigmatism?
Astigmatism is blurred or distorted vision at all distances caused by an imperfection in the eye's curvature.
What is presbyopia?
Presbyopia is difficulty seeing up close that begins to affect everyone around the age of 40.
Frequently asked questions
It's not common, but it's possible that contact lenses can contribute to the causes of double vision. If you suffer from double vision while wearing contact lenses, you should see an eye doctor, as this could be a sign of something more serious.
It means that you have "normal" vision. People with normal eyesight are able to view an item of a certain size from 20 feet away with clarity and sharpness. If you can do the same, you probably have 20/20 vision. Even so, having 20/20 vision does not mean you have flawless eyesight—it simply gauges the quality of your sight against the standard for other people.
Vision of -7.00 indicates a high level of myopia. With -7.00 vision, the world can look like a blur even at the slightest distance, while objects very close to the eye may appear clear. People with severe myopia are at a higher risk of developing serious eye problems in the future, so regular checkups and prescription glasses or contacts are recommended.
Similar to any part of the body, your eyes need rest. Eye strain is a symptom of overuse of the eyes, for instance, when driving long distances or sitting in front of a computer screen for several hours. In addition to general soreness, eye strain can cause eyes to water, burn, or feel dry. Vision may also be blurred and the eyes may be sensitive to light. If you're experiencing eye strain that is severe, persistent, or recurring, reach out to your eye doctor. If you think our eye strain is related to your ACUVUE® contact lenses, please report it to us.
No, not everyone can wear a -0.0 power contact lens. -0.0 power lenses may sometimes be worn by people who don't need vision correction, but all contact lenses need to be prescribed by an eye doctor. Be sure to consult an eye doctor to make sure your contacts are fitted properly and have the proper prescription for your needs.
Depth perception is one of the factors in measuring eyesight. Rather than how far a person can see, depth is about the way we perceive the location of one object compared to another. One way you're able to perceive depth perception is through the use of both of your eyes, also known as binocular vision. That said, even those with one eye are able to perceive depth through other visual cues.
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