The Most Common Eye Conditions

People around the world suffer from vision problems and there are many different types. Our eye care team at Eyes Over Copley in Boston put together this guide to the most common eye conditions and how they can be treated or managed.

Refractive Conditions

Refractive errors, including farsightedness, nearsightedness, and astigmatism, are the most common eye conditions. These can typically be addressed through the use of eyeglasses or contacts prescribed by an eye doctor. Laser eye surgery is also available for more permanent vision correction.

Cataracts

Cataracts are a condition in which a cloudy film develops over the eye and can significantly impair vision. The most common cases of cataracts occur in older people, though some may develop them earlier. Surgery is typically required to address cataracts.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration or AMD is common in people over 60. It’s caused by the thinning of a key component of the retina – the macula. It can lead to the loss of your central vision, but early detection can help prevent or slow the disease.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is also more common in aging adults. It’s due to a build-up of pressure inside the eye that impacts the optic nerve and can lead to complete vision loss. Early detection and treatment with an eye doctor can help slow the progression, so be sure to have regular visits with your optometrist.

Lazy Eye

Amblyopia or lazy eye is a common cause of vision problems in children. It typically occurs when the affected eye’s muscles are weak. Treatment can help strengthen these muscles to prevent lazy eye from becoming permanent.

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetes can affect many things, including the blood vessels in and around the eye. When this happens, it can lead to poor night vision, blurry and distorted vision, difficulty reading, trouble seeing objects in the distance, and streaks or dark spots in your vision field. Treatment typically includes medication and sometimes surgery to repair and shrink the blood vessels.

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If you’re living with vision problems, we can help you see clearly again. Call Eyes Over Copley today at (617) 859-0630 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.

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