Presbyopia (Age-Related Near Vision Loss)
Presbyopia is a natural part of aging that makes it harder to see things up close—especially reading small print, using your phone, or doing detailed tasks. It typically begins around age 40–45 and gradually worsens with time.
Presbyopia occurs when the lens inside the eye becomes less flexible, making it harder to focus on near objects. Unlike nearsightedness or farsightedness, presbyopia isn't caused by the shape
of the eye but by changes in the eye’s internal focusing system.
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Common Signs of Presbyopia:
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Needing to hold reading material farther away
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Blurry vision at normal reading distance
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Eye strain or headaches after reading or screen use
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Difficulty seeing clearly in low light
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How Presbyopia Can Be Corrected or Managed:
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Reading Glasses: For people who don’t need glasses for distance, over-the-counter or prescription reading glasses may be enough.
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Progressive Lenses or Bifocals: For people who already wear glasses, these lenses provide both near and distance correction in one pair.
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Multifocal or Monovision Contact Lenses: These contact lens options allow clear vision at multiple distances.
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Refractive Surgery: Options like monovision LASIK or corneal inlays may be available for some patients.
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